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Thomas Smith

Spotting a few bugs in the house is typically a nuisance, but there's one in particular that should ring alarm bells for homeowners. If you come across the bug in the photo above, it's time to call in a professional.

Study This Photo--If You Find This Bug In Your House, You Need To Call in a Pro

Colorado State

Denver7 News KMGH

A mountain lion euthanized in Colorado last year had the first recorded case of “staggering disease” in the species in North America, Colorado Parks and Wildlife announced Tuesday.

CO mountain lion confirmed to have 1st case of ‘staggering disease’ in N America

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All Things NC

Insects are a vital part of our ecosystem, but some can be incredibly dangerous to humans. From venomous stings to disease transmission, here are the top five deadliest insects in the United States.

The Top 5 Deadly Insects in the USA

Have you ever wondered which animals pack the most venomous punch? From the depths of the ocean to the dense jungles, nature has crafted some truly fascinating and dangerous creatures. Venom, a potent biological weapon, serves various purposes like hunting or self-defense. Some of these animals are tiny, yet their venom can incapacitate or even kill much larger prey. Others are more familiar but still possess a sting or bite that commands respect. Ready to meet the 25 animals with the most powerful venoms? Buckle up, because this journey through the animal kingdom’s deadliest members is bound to be both thrilling and eye-opening.

25 Animals with the Most Powerful Venoms

USA TODAY

Guinea worm takes refuge in a dwindling number of remote villages in Africa.

Millions had this disease in the 80s. Jimmy Carter's goal to end it now in sight.

New York City, NY

Cheryl E Preston

Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

BroBible

“Cocaine bear” may have been a viral sensation thanks to the movie of the same name awhile back, but “cocaine sharks” are a real thing that keeps popping up in coastal countries around the world. The latest “cocaine shark” discovery comes in the form of a study conducted from September 2021 to August 2023 and […]
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Researchers Have Now Discovered ‘Cocaine Sharks’ Off The Coast Of Brazil

Virginia State

Suffolk, VA

On July 12, an unvaccinated, 8-year-old Arabian mare in Suffolk, Virginia, tested positive for Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) after developing clinical signs on July 9, including fever, tachycardia, depression, severe ataxia, and facial paralysis. The horse was euthanized. EDCC Health Watch is an Equine Network marketing program that utilizes information...

Virginia Horse Positive for EEE

Pueblo County, CO

Heads up if you live in the state of Colorado, because a resident there has contracted the plague. In a statement published on Tuesday, the Pueblo Department of Public Health and Environment (PDPHE) “confirmed a human case of plague in a Pueblo County resident.” Yes, this is the same plague, caused by Yersinia pestis bacteria, […]
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Colorado Health Officials Confirm The Plague Has Been Contracted By A Resident Of Their State

The Current GA

Since 2020, the condition known as long COVID-19 has become a widespread disability affecting the health and quality of life of millions of people across the globe and costing economies billions of dollars in reduced productivity of employees and an overall drop in the work force .

Expert: Long COVID puzzle pieces are falling into place – picture is unsettling

Shin

In an awe-inspiring feat, a 14-year-old prodigy from Ethiopia, now based in Virginia, United States, has crafted a groundbreaking soap with the potential to combat skin cancer.

14-Year-Old Prodigy Develops Anti-Cancer Soap at an Affordable Price

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?

MONDAY, July 25, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- With five months still to go, the number of U.S. measles cases reported so far this year already triple that of all the cases seen in the country last year, federal health officials report. A total of 188 cases have been confirmed in...

U.S. Measles Cases Are Already Triple Those of Last Year

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. A recent study by Cornell University reveals that avian influenza has spilled over from birds to dairy cattle across multiple U.S. states, resulting...

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

Maine State

Talker

A new survey analyzed case rates for 11 dog illnesses and eight cat illnesses across all 50 states, and Washington, D.C.
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Which states have the highest and lowest risk of pet illnesses?

Chicago, IL

Foodie in Chicago

Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

Ronkonkoma, NY

The New York Post reveals that two men who died in a plane crash at MacArthur Airport were from Virginia. The men had been visiting friends in Long Island and were returning home when the tragedy occurred.

Life partners from Virginia have been identified as the victims of a New York plane crash

Scientists at the University of Massachusetts Amherst-based New England Center of Excellence in Vector-Borne Diseases (NEWVEC) have published new findings on Powassan virus, an emerging tick-borne illness that can cause life-threatening encephalitis and meningitis. The study reports that people bitten by black-legged (or deer) ticks that tested positive for the virus did not show signs or symptoms of disease.

Few People Get Sick After Bites From Ticks Infected With Powassan Virus, Study Finds

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

"Who are we and where do we come from?" This quintessential question has intrigued humanity for millennia. Currently, the "Out-of-Africa (OOA) theory" is prevailingly accepted regarding the origin of modern humans, as a line of evidence indicates that Homo sapiens originated in Africa. It is inferred that a small group...

An out-of-Africa story hiding in our DNA

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COVID-19 Virus Is Widespread in U.S. Wildlife

MONDAY, July 29, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- The virus responsible for COVID-19 is widespread among wildlife, a new study finds. SARS-CoV-2 was detected in six common...

COVID-19 Virus Is Widespread in U.S. Wildlife

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