A new study provides evidence that a spillover of avian influenza from birds to dairy cattle across several U.S. states has now led to mammal-to-mammal transmission—between cows and from cows to cats and a raccoon. "This is one of the first times that we are seeing evidence of efficient...

New study confirms mammal-to-mammal avian flu spread

A remarkable revelation is brought to us courtesy of Diego Diel, an associate professor of virology, and director of the Virology Laboratory at the Animal Health Diagnostic Center in the College of Veterinary Medicine, Cornell University. The team found that the highly pathogenic avian flu can now efficiently spread among mammals.

Avian flu is now spreading from mammal-to-mammal, alarming health officials

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Many deadly infections are transmitted via water, including cholera, typhoid and brain-eating amoebas.

7 scary diseases you can get from the water

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The threat to humans is low. But the status quo is still pretty troubling.

There Are No Good Options Left With Bird Flu

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The bird flu is now jumping between species of mammals, a step that draws the virus closer to hopping into human beings, a new study warns.

Bird flu transmits mammal-to-mammal in new study

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A serious rodent-borne illness with no available treatment has recently surfaced in the U.S., causing multiple deaths and triggering health advisories. The disease, known as hantavirus, is transmitted to humans from rodents through exposure to their urine, saliva, or feces. This transmission occurs when individuals come into contact with these viral droplets, often from handling contaminated materials.

Rat-Borne Disease Without Cure Spreads To Humans, Claims Four Lives

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Three Mexican suspects were arrested with two South Africans when elite police units raided a multimillion-dollar crystal meth lab hidden in a remote farm north of Johannesburg, police said Tuesday.The owner of the farm near Groblersdal, about 125 miles from Johannesburg, was among four men arrested on Friday, police said.A third Mexican was picked up on Monday, the spokeswoman for the elite Hawks unit told AFP."The drugs were obviously intended for local and international sale," Brigadier Thandi Mbambo told AFP, adding that the manufacturing facility was operating "at a large scale."Authorities also seized large quantities of chemicals used to manufacture...

Multimillion-dollar crystal meth lab found hidden in remote farm

With the USDA cancelling its regularly scheduled July cattle inventory report due to budget cuts, a question that many would like to have answered is: How big is the U.S. cattle herd?. Fortunately, historical relationships between changes in prior and subsequent inventories and levels of cow slaughter in between or...

How big is the U.S. cattle herd?

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Keeping a gun in your car may be your right, but it can land you in trouble if you're not careful. 
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You Can Get Arrested for Having a Legally-Owned Gun in Your Car

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Another day, another unfortunate national recall. This time, a few pet food brands are up on the chopping block. Per Newsweek, the recall hails from the online pet food subscription site, Viva Raw. Reportedly, five Viva Raw products were exposed to harmful bacteria. "Listeria monocytogenes" is a health risk to both humans and pets. Be on the lookout for the following products. Viva Turkey for Dogs Ground, Viva Turkey for Dogs Chunked, Viva Turkey for Cats, Viva Pure Turkey, and Viva Beef & Turkey for Puppies.

If You Have A Pet, Pay Attention: Several Pet Food Brands Are Being Recalled Due To Bacteria

USDA - Al-Safa US LLC, the importer of record located in Mississauga, Ontario, Canada, has recalled approximately 2,010 pounds of imported frozen ready-to-eat chicken products that may be adulterated with Listeria monocytogenes, according to USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS). The frozen ready-to-eat chicken products were produced in...

Chicken Recalled

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WEDNESDAY, July 3, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration said Tuesday it is now investigating nearly 50 illnesses and one death that may be linked to eating Diamond Shruumz edibles. Of the 48 people in 24 states who said they got sick after eating the chocolate bars, cones and gummies, one patient has died and 27 have been hospitalized, the FDA noted in an updated health alert. Those who fell ill reported seizures, agitation, abnormal heart rates and loss of consciousness. The latest illness was reported Monday, FDA officials said. Last week, the company that makes the edibles issued a full recall of all its edibles after discovering high levels of a mushroom toxin in the products.

FDA Warns of 48 Illnesses, One Death Linked to Diamond Shruumz Edibles

An uptick of cases of an illness related to the use of nonstick cookware known as "Teflon Flu" have been reported of late, according to the Washington Post. More than 250 cases of Teflon Flu, which is a reference to the trademarked chemical compound used to make the popular nonstick coating, were reported in the past year -- the most since 2000.

Cases of 'Teflon Flu' Are on the Rise. Here's What to Know About Nonstick Cookware

We've created a Harris vs. Trump polling map. This will replace the Biden vs. Trump polling map that is no longer being updated. The polling map does not consider forecasts of how the election will go in November. It is best thought of as an 'if the election was today' view of things.

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The Food and Drug Administration recently classified a recall of rice as a "Class II" recall. The rice is believed to be contaminated by objects of "rodent origin."

Rice sold in 7 states recalled due to possible contamination of 'rodent origin'

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Backyard chicken flocks in North Carolina harbor almost twice the prevalence of the foodborne bacterium Campylobacter compared to commercial farms, according to a new study. The findings come amid a larger context of public health concerns regarding backyard poultry. Public health officials are investigating multistate Salmonella outbreaks linked to contact with backyard poultry. As of the latest update by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on June 27, 195 cases of illness have been reported across 38 states, with 50 hospitalizations. The investigation remains active, highlighting the risks associated with backyard poultry handling.

Study finds backyard chicken flocks show higher rates of Campylobacter and Salmonella

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The mantis shrimp is one tough customer. Beautiful and deadly are two words you don’t typically use to describe shrimp, but the mantis shrimp is definitely in a class of its own; earning a reputation as the ‘savage boxer of the sea’ and one of the most fearsome creatures in the ocean. And, they're right at home here in South Carolina.

Savage Boxer of the Sea: The Deadly Beauty of Mantis Shrimp

The H5N1 bird flu has spread across US livestock, infecting 100 million birds and now reaching both cows and humans, with virologists warning of a potentially massive outbreak. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) confirmed three additional human cases in the ongoing H5N1 bird flu outbreak in the...

H5N1 Virus Spreads Rapidly in Farms, 3 More People Test Positive Raising Concerns

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In Arizona, cases of valley fever — a disease spread by a fungus that lives in the dirt — have more than doubled in the past year, Arizona's 12News reported. The spike in cases may be related to conditions brought about by the ongoing overheating of our planet, officials said.

Mom raises critical warning to parents after son contracts serious disease spreading across state: 'It ravaged his body'

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In a wave of unexpected newsunexpected newsunexpected newsunexpected news, Piggly Wiggly has shuttered its store in Brookfield, Wisconsin, leaving customers feeling as if they've lost a family member. The closure, originally set for June 15, was moved up abruptly, catching shoppers off guard as the aisles emptied out with a clearance sale offering 50% off all merchandise.

500-store Grocery Chain Closes Location, Shoppers Cry.

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H5N1 Avian Flu Now Infecting Cows, Cats, and Raccoons: What You Need To Know

Cornell University research reveals avian influenza’s mammal-to-mammal transmission in the U.S., involving dairy cattle, cats, and a raccoon, raising concerns about possible mutations and human transmission....

H5N1 Avian Flu Now Infecting Cows, Cats, and Raccoons: What You Need To Know

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