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A drug-resistant fungus dubbed a “superbug” is confirmed in 23 states, including Ohio, where hundreds of cases have been reported this year

Former CDC Director Dr. Robert Redfield discusses the widespread cyclosporiasis parasite outbreak, noting its resistance to typical washing and chlorine. He stresses that cooking produce to 158 degrees is effective in eliminating the pathogen. Redfield explains the parasite transmits through fecally contaminated water or vegetables, requiring environmental exposure to become infectious to humans

The past month has offered a stark reminder that fire season is underway. States across the country, including Washington, Alaska, Florida, Utah, and Arizona face numerousactive, destructive, and life-threatening wildfiresimpacting both rural and urban communities. These fires destroy homes, businesses, and infrastructure, while also creating poor air quality that has lasting effects on public health. Together,…

Eli Lilly & Co. (LLY)’s reign atop the red-hot GLP-1 weight-loss drug market is getting fresh validation from surging U.S. consumer adoption, as new polling shows usage nearly tripling in two years. With the drugmaker’s market value now topping $1 trillion and its stock up more than 400% over half a decade, investors are weighing…

Cases of cyclosporiasis, which causes miserable bouts of “explosive” diarrhea, continue to surge in several states as authorities race to identify a potential source