Nestlé has taken a big step by recalling some of its baby formula products. They think these products might have a toxin that could make babies sick. The recall is for specific batches of SMA infant formula and follow-on formula. The toxin in question is called cereulide. It can cause vomiting and
Bird flu has shown up in a small chicken group in Franklin County. This news came out on Tuesday from the North Carolina Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services. The specific type of bird flu, called High Path Avian Influenza (HPAI), is very contagious among birds. However, it poses a low risk
New York is dealing with a tough flu season, with a lot of people getting very sick. In just one week, over 4, 500 people were hospitalized with the flu. That's a big jump from the week before, where around 3, 600 people were hospitalized. This is the highest number of flu hospitalizations in a sing
A serious health alert has been issued in Rhode Island due to a growing outbreak of infant botulism. This outbreak is linked to a specific baby formula, ByHeart, which has now been recalled. At least 15 babies across 12 states, including Rhode Island, have fallen ill since August. The good news is t
A recent measles case at Philadelphia International Airport has sparked concerns. The virus can spread easily through the air. This is a reminder of how quickly diseases can travel. The health department issued a warning. Anyone in terminals A and B between 8:50 a. m. and 4 p. m. on Sunday might ha
In a recent discovery, health officials in Atlantic County found that mosquitoes in the area carry a virus called Jamestown Canyon virus (JCV). This news came out on a Wednesday, revealing that the sample was taken from Morris Avenue in Egg Harbor Township. The sample was collected on October 1 and
Health officials in Macomb County have found West Nile Virus in mosquitoes, marking the first time this summer. No one has gotten sick yet, but they want everyone to be careful. West Nile Virus can make people sick, but not everyone gets symptoms. Some might feel achy, have a fever, or headache. Ot
A person in Wayne County has become the first in Illinois to be diagnosed with West Nile Virus (WNV) in 2025. This news comes as a reminder that mosquitoes are not just annoying—they can be dangerous. The virus is spread when infected mosquitoes bite humans, and while many people don't get sick, som
Wildfires have a big impact on air quality. This is especially true in the Kaladar, Bannockburn, and Bon Echo Park areas. Environment Canada issued a Special Air Quality Statement. This means smoke from wildfires is making the air unhealthy to breathe. This warning came out on June 5, 2025, just bef
Colorado has a problem with its fish. The Colorado Department of Health and Environment has put out a warning. It is about rainbow trout from Runyon Lake. These fish have high levels of a chemical called perfluorooctane sulfonate (PFOS). This chemical is a type of PFAS. PFAS are harmful to humans. T
