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Lexington-Fayette County Health Department Declares Whooping Cough Outbreak with Nine Confirmed Cases
The Lexington-Fayette County Health Department has officially declared pertussis, also known as whooping cough, as an outbreak in the Lexington area. Since late April, nine cases have been confirmed, with three new cases reported on Monday, May 20. 
The Lexington-Fayette County Health Department has officially declared pertussis, also known as whooping cough, as an outbreak in the Lexington area. Since late April, nine cases have been confirmed, with three new cases reported on Monday, May 20. -
Microplastics Found in All Human and Canine Testicles, Raising Concerns About Male Fertility
A new study has revealed that microplastics were found in every human and canine testicle examined, raising concerns about the potential impact on male fertility. The research, published in the journal Toxicological Sciences, tested 23 human testes and 47 testes from pet dogs, discovering microplastic pollution in every sample. 
A new study has revealed that microplastics were found in every human and canine testicle examined, raising concerns about the potential impact on male fertility. The research, published in the journal Toxicological Sciences, tested 23 human testes and 47 testes from pet dogs, discovering microplastic pollution in every sample. -
Candy Recall Due to Salmonella Risk, Alert Issued
Palmer Candy has issued a significant recall of its white-coated confectionary products due to potential Salmonella contamination, impacting approximately 37,000 cases distributed across Texas and New Mexico. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced the recall on Friday, highlighting the potential health risks associated with the contaminated products. 
Palmer Candy has issued a significant recall of its white-coated confectionary products due to potential Salmonella contamination, impacting approximately 37,000 cases distributed across Texas and New Mexico. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced the recall on Friday, highlighting the potential health risks associated with the contaminated products. -
Major Noodle Recall Issued Over Undeclared Allergen: Impact on Four States
Sun Noodle, a well-known manufacturer of noodle products, has issued a significant recall of its S&S Cup Saimin-Noodles with Soup & Garnishes due to the presence of undeclared egg white powder. The recall affects over 37,000 cases of the frozen noodle product, which were distributed across four states: Hawaii, California, Nevada, and Utah. 
Sun Noodle, a well-known manufacturer of noodle products, has issued a significant recall of its S&S Cup Saimin-Noodles with Soup & Garnishes due to the presence of undeclared egg white powder. The recall affects over 37,000 cases of the frozen noodle product, which were distributed across four states: Hawaii, California, Nevada, and Utah. -
CDC Warns of Potential Spread of Deadlier Mpox Strain from Africa to the US
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a warning about the potential spread of a deadlier strain of mpox (formerly known as monkeypox) from Africa to the United States. In a newly released report, CDC officials state that the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is experiencing its largest-ever mpox outbreak, with cases reaching an all-time high from 2023 to 2024. 
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a warning about the potential spread of a deadlier strain of mpox (formerly known as monkeypox) from Africa to the United States. In a newly released report, CDC officials state that the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is experiencing its largest-ever mpox outbreak, with cases reaching an all-time high from 2023 to 2024. -
Schreiber Foods Recalls Cream Cheese Spreads Due to Salmonella Risk, Affecting Aldi and Hy-Vee Stores in 30 States
Schreiber Foods, a cream cheese manufacturer, has issued a voluntary recall for select cream cheese spreads distributed to multiple stores and sold in 30 states and Washington, D.C. due to a potential risk of salmonella contamination. The recall, which was announced on May 7, comes after Schreiber Foods was informed by one of its suppliers that an ingredient used in several cream cheese spread formulas could contain salmonella. 
Schreiber Foods, a cream cheese manufacturer, has issued a voluntary recall for select cream cheese spreads distributed to multiple stores and sold in 30 states and Washington, D.C. due to a potential risk of salmonella contamination. The recall, which was announced on May 7, comes after Schreiber Foods was informed by one of its suppliers that an ingredient used in several cream cheese spread formulas could contain salmonella. -
Sun Unleashes Largest Solar Flare in Nearly a Decade, But Earth Avoids Impact
The sun produced its most significant solar flare in nearly two decades on Tuesday, marking the largest outburst of its kind in the current 11-year solar cycle. The flare, categorized as an X8.7, was captured by NASA's Solar Dynamics Observatory, delivering a spectacular display without posing a direct threat to Earth. 
The sun produced its most significant solar flare in nearly two decades on Tuesday, marking the largest outburst of its kind in the current 11-year solar cycle. The flare, categorized as an X8.7, was captured by NASA's Solar Dynamics Observatory, delivering a spectacular display without posing a direct threat to Earth. -
Canadian Wildfires Cause Unhealthy Air Quality in Four U.S. States
Hazy skies and poor air quality have become a persistent issue across parts of the United States, with Minnesota bearing the brunt due to the smoke from over 80 active wildfires burning across Canada. 
Hazy skies and poor air quality have become a persistent issue across parts of the United States, with Minnesota bearing the brunt due to the smoke from over 80 active wildfires burning across Canada. -
Colorado Monitors Dairy Farm Workers for Bird Flu Symptoms Following Exposure
Approximately 70 dairy farm workers in Colorado are being monitored for possible symptoms of avian flu after being exposed to the virus while working at two dairy farms in the state. 
Approximately 70 dairy farm workers in Colorado are being monitored for possible symptoms of avian flu after being exposed to the virus while working at two dairy farms in the state. -
New FLiRT COVID-19 Variants Dominate U.S. as Vaccine Efficacy Wanes
The recent emergence of two COVID-19 variants, collectively referred to as FLiRT, has taken center stage in the U.S., accounting for a significant portion of new cases and introducing fresh challenges for public health officials and the community. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has identified these variants, KP.2 and KP1.1, as the dominant strains, overtaking the previously predominant JN.1 variant. 
The recent emergence of two COVID-19 variants, collectively referred to as FLiRT, has taken center stage in the U.S., accounting for a significant portion of new cases and introducing fresh challenges for public health officials and the community. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has identified these variants, KP.2 and KP1.1, as the dominant strains, overtaking the previously predominant JN.1 variant.
