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Jun 17 2025HEALTH

Summer Camps: The New Frontline in Measles Prevention

Measles is making a comeback in certain regions, and summer camps are now in the spotlight. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has issued a call to action. They want camps to verify that all kids, staff, and volunteers have proof of measles immunity. This could be through vaccination or a past infection. Why the fuss? Measles is highly contagious. It spr...

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Apr 18 2025HEALTH

Measles Returns: Michigan Faces First Outbreak in Years

Measles is back in Michigan. The state has seen its first outbreak since 2019. Health officials have confirmed seven cases so far this year. Three of these cases are in Montcalm County. This is a big deal because measles is highly contagious. One infected person can spread it to nine out of ten people who are not protected. Measles is a serious disease. Before the v...

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Mar 21 2025HEALTH

Measles Surge in Texas: A Wake-Up Call for Vaccination

Measles is making a comeback in Texas, with 309 cases reported in just two months. This number has already surpassed the total cases reported across the entire United States last year. The majority of these cases are among individuals who have not been vaccinated or whose vaccination status is unknown. This raises serious questions about the effectiveness of current ...

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Nov 24 2024HEALTH

Fluoride in Water: A Healthy Controversy

Fluoride naturally exists in soil, plants, and water. Adding it to drinking water is a debate that's been brewing, especially with figures like Robert F. Kennedy Jr. expressing concerns about health impacts. Here’s a quick look at what's happening. In the U. S. , fluoridation was introduced in 1945 to boost oral health in an affordable way. The CDC praised it as one...

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