Health officials are currently investigating a rise in cyclospora infections, also known as cyclosporiasis, a foodborne illness causing severe diarrhea. Multiple states have reported outbreaks, with Michigan noting an unusually high number of cases. Understanding Cyclosporiasis This illness stems from the microscopic parasite Cyclospora cayetanensis. As per the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC),...
Nearly 1,000 individuals in Michigan have been diagnosed with a parasitic infection known as cyclospora. This outbreak is the largest in the state’s history and among the largest in the United States in recent years. Fortunately, no deaths have been reported so far, though the source of the infection remains unidentified. Investigations into similar outbreaks...
Mininyx Doodle/iStockphoto//Getty Images Should surgeons perform euthanasia by removing organs from patients while they are still alive? This idea, known as “Death by Organ Donation,” allows euthanasia patients to donate organs in a way that makes them more viable for transplantation. However, it would also result in the death of the patient. Dr. Robert Truog,...
Several groups of rafters who paddled the Colorado River through the Grand Canyon have reported a cluster of unexplained illnesses. These symptoms include fever, chills, fatigue, and fluid accumulation in their lungs. The National Park Service has initiated an investigation to determine if there might be an environmental factor, such as water contamination or airborne...
Public health systems heavily depend on data. Accurate information is crucial for tracking the effectiveness of flu vaccines, monitoring blood lead levels nationwide, and estimating diabetes prevalence. Such data underpins choices like expanding diabetes screening and identifying communities most vulnerable to flu complications. Recent changes in how communities collect data risk the trust essential for...
For the fourth time, the Trump administration has prevented the United States Preventive Services Task Force from meeting as scheduled. The task force, a crucial panel in public health, has not convened in person since March 2025. It traditionally holds three annual meetings to assess scientific evidence related to preventive tests and medications for conditions...
Murine typhus, a flea-borne disease, is experiencing a resurgence in parts of Texas and could infiltrate homes via domestic pets. Recent research highlights a direct link between fleas on cats and the bacterium responsible for this illness, once considered almost eradicated. A Disease Making an Unwelcome Comeback Flea-borne typhus is caused by Rickettsia typhi. Humans...
A dental hygienist’s inspiring storyTaylor Greenhagen, a dental hygienist from Kansas City, Missouri, shares the compelling journey behind her two children, Owen and Dylan, conceived simultaneously through in vitro fertilization (IVF), yet born three years apart. Together with her pharmacist husband, Justin, Greenhagen cherishes the close-knit bond between her children. Sibling Bond Owen and Dylan...
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) usually appears in winter, but summer SAD is less common. Warmer weather can affect your mood, leading to summer SAD. A meta-analysis of 24 studies with over 32,000 participants found 0.57% of people experience summer SAD. In comparison, winter SAD affects about 5% of individuals. Summer SAD can include feelings of...
A new study reveals that older adults who keep a brisk walking pace are less likely to endure cognitive decline. Researchers examined data from nearly 4,000 participants aged 80 and above. Those walking faster, termed ‘super movers,’ maintained better mental acuity compared to their slower counterparts. Qualifying as a Super Mover Walking speed was a...