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6-Year-Old Wisconsin Girl Bitten by Rabid Bat, Undergoes Treatment
A young girl from Shawano County, Wisconsin, is receiving rabies treatment after being bitten by a bat that tested positive for the virus.
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Nearly 300 Ebola Patients Unaccounted for in DR Congo
The whereabouts of almost 300 individuals who tested positive for Ebola in the Democratic Republic of the Congo remain unknown, amid challenges accessing displacement camps.
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Experts Warn of Potential Disease Spread at 2026 FIFA World Cup
Health experts identify measles and other infectious diseases as potential risks during the World Cup, while monitoring systems are in place to track outbreaks.
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Health Risks of Dirty Sodas and Alcohol: A Comparative Analysis
Both dirty sodas and alcohol pose significant health risks, including increased chances of chronic diseases. This article examines the potential impacts of each.
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Google Seeks EPA Approval for Mosquito Release in California
Google's parent company Alphabet has applied for an EPA permit to release 32 million lab-bred mosquitoes in California and Florida. The initiative aims to reduce disease-spreading mosquito populations.
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U.S. Implements Enhanced Airport Screening Amid Ebola Outbreak
The United States has initiated enhanced travel screening and entry restrictions to prevent the spread of Ebola, following outbreaks in East and Central Africa.
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Beans and Meat: Comparing Complete Protein Sources
Beans and meat offer different benefits as protein sources. While meat is a complete protein, beans can be combined with other foods to achieve a complete amino acid profile.
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WHO Declares Ebola Outbreak in Congo and Uganda a Public Health Emergency
The World Health Organization has declared the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda a public health emergency of international concern. The outbreak is attributed to the Bundibugyo virus, a rare Ebola variant.
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Study Suggests 8,500 Daily Steps May Aid in Weight Maintenance
New research presented at the European Congress on Obesity indicates that walking 8,500 steps daily can help maintain weight loss. The findings challenge the widely held belief that 10,000 steps are necessary.
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CDC Monitoring Hantavirus Outbreak Linked to Cruise Ship
The CDC is monitoring U.S. travelers following a hantavirus outbreak aboard the MV Hondius. The outbreak has resulted in three deaths, but the CDC has not confirmed a 'Level 3' emergency response.