One dead and hundreds ill in UK salmonella outbreak
A salmonella outbreak in the UK has resulted in one death and sickened hundreds of people, with authorities investigating a suspected link to imported eggs.
Fauci adviser David Morens pleads guilty to avoiding records requests, conspiracy to defraud government
David Morens, a former senior adviser to Anthony Fauci at NIAID, pleaded guilty to charges involving concealment of records from Freedom of Information Act requests and conspiracy.
Children’s stunted lungs show recovery in ultra low emission zone
Researchers found that children’s lung growth improved significantly after London introduced an Ultra Low Emission Zone in 2019, with lung capacity in affected children catching up to less-polluted areas.
Accrediting body considers changes to racism curriculum standards for public health schools
The Council on Education for Public Health is considering revising curriculum standards that currently require schools to teach about structural bias, racism, and social inequities, with finalized language expected in 2027.
Striking hospital employees sound alarm over workplace violence
Healthcare workers at hospitals nationwide are striking over escalating workplace violence, demanding better staffing and safety measures to address what hospital leaders call a “national epidemic.”
What are the symptoms of meningitis and how is it spread?
A vaccination programme targeting one million teenagers and young adults is being launched to address concerns about meningitis B infections, which officials say pose high immediate risk to this population.