Georgia State

Fulton County, GA

New Hampshire State

Hampstead, NH

A healthy 41-year-old man in New Hampshire has died after contracting eastern equine encephalitis, a rare but serious virus spread by mosquitoes. The man, identified by his family as Steven Perry, tested positive for the virus known as EEE or triple E, and was hospitalized with severe central nervous system disease, the New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services said on Tuesday.

Healthy 41-year-old man dies from mosquito-borne virus EEE: 'Sudden and rare'

CBS DFW

More cases of mosquito-borne diseases — including West Nile virus and eastern equine encephalitis — are being reported in the U.S., prompting questions about where exactly the illnesses have been detected.Eastern equine encephalitis, also called EEE or Triple E, is a rare but potentially deadly virus that is typically spread by mosquitoes in certain swampy areas, including red maple and white cedar swamps in Massachusetts. Experts think horses may be a host animal of the virus, hence the word "equine" in the name.Last month, a 41-year-old New Hampshire man, who was healthy and had no underlying conditions, died of the virus. Now...

Maps show states with West Nile virus and EEE cases

Best Life

West Nile Virus cases surge across 31 U.S. states. Learn about the outbreak, symptoms, and prevention measures to stay safe.

West Nile Virus Rising In These 31 States, as Dr. Fauci Hospitalized

Massachusetts State

The Independent

 A New Hampshire father is fighting for his life after contracting three different mosquito-borne illnesses.Joe Casey, 51, has been hospitalized since August 8 after testing positive for Eastern Equine Encephalitis virus, West Nile virus, and St. Louis Encephalitis virus.His sister-in-law, Andrea Barker, shared the news on a GoFundMe page, writing that the family wasn’t initially sure what the problem was. But, after several days, she said Casey’s antibodies had tested positive for all three viruses. They still do not know which of the three are causing his sickness.Casey is in the Intensive Care Unit, and on a ventilator. Barker...

New Hampshire dad fights for his life after contracting three different mosquito-borne illnesses

Los Angeles, CA

RadarOnline

Richard Simmons was covered in cuts and bruises and had a broken leg when he died the day before his 76th birthday.RadarOnline.com exclusively obtained a copy of Simmons' autopsy report revealing the extent of the "blunt traumatic injuries" credited with causing the fitness guru's accidental death. Simmons, who disappeared from the public eye in 2014 after a prosperous career in exercise media, suffered the injuries during a "ground level fall" at his Hollywood Hills home. The date of injury was listed as "unknown" by the Los Angeles Medical Examiner.On the evening of July 11, "he experienced an episode of dizziness...

Richard Simmons' Autopsy Report Reveals 76-Year-Old Fitness Guru's Body Was Riddled With Cuts and Bruises

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently issued a health advisory as the parvovirus B19 respiratory disease is spreading across the United States. In an August 13 press release, the CDC said it was issuing a Health Alert Network Health Advisory to “notify healthcare providers, public health authorities, and the public about current increases in human parvovirus B19 activity in the United States.”

Pic: Highly contagious disease spreading in the US, CDC warns

This program, Supplemental Security Income (SSI), is very important to about 7.5 million people who depend on it for their money. These benefits are usually given out by the Social Security Administration (SSA) on the first of every month, but there are times when this plan is changed. Due to the payment date falling on a weekend in September, this will be one of those rare cases.

Goodbye to SSI Payments in September Official Changes Take Effect

The recall of Boar's Head deli meat continues. On Aug. 28, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued an update on the ongoing recall, which has resulted in dozens of illnesses and some deaths due to the listeria outbreak linked to deli meats. Since the last update on...

Check Your Fridge: CDC Reports 9 Deaths and 57 Hospitalizations Linked to Deli Meat Recall

Scripps News

The Centers for Disease Control says cases of the highly contagious human parvovirus B19 are on the rise. What is it and how can we prevent it?

CDC warns cases of highly contagious parvovirus B19 are on the rise. What is it?

Dehydration affects 20% to 30% of older adults and is usually caused by insufficient water intake. It may also be caused by excess water loss through diarrhea, vomiting, sweating, high fever, or side effects from medication. Dehydration occurs when a person loses more water than they take in. Water serves...

Symptoms of Dehydration in Adults Older Than 65

Arizona State

Health officials in Arizona have grown concerned after seeing an increase in a rare virus spread by rodents that can cause serious health issues. As explained by Physician's Weekly, the Arizona Department of Health Services announced in an alert that the state has seen an uptick in hantavirus infections, with seven confirmed cases and three deaths over the past six months.

Officials offer critical warning after US state confirms cases of rare but serious infection spread by animals: 'It is transmitted by various rodents'

Wide Open Country

A Walmart employee sprang into action to try to stop a suspected shoplifter. And all he got for his trouble was stabbed and then fired from the store. John Zalesky spoke with The New York Post about his recent firing from Walmart. He said he formed a partnership with a Walmart cashier inspired by TV's Starsky & Hutch. The two were on the lookout for potential shoplifters during his 10 months there. He said the company even gave him an award. They gave him a a glass "Shrink Buster of the Month" award in February.

Walmart Employee Stabbed Then Fired After Trying To Stop Shoplifter

Coffee County, GA

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Daily Coffee Press

Last week, two individuals from Coffee County were charged with trafficking methamphetamine following a search at a residence on Willacoochee Highway. On August 13, detectives with the Coffee County Drug Unit conducted an operation involving Charles Black, which led to a search of his residence on Willacoochee Highway. According to the report, Black left his residence before the warrant was served and was subsequently detained.

Two Charged with Trafficking Methamphetamine After Search in Coffee County

USA TODAY

The U.S. is experiencing its largest wave of COVID-19 cases since January. CDC data shows the increase across regions; we break it down.

A COVID-19 wave has surged in all US regions. Know the symptoms and new variant

North Carolina State

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Eden, NC

Town Talks

North Carolina is the 28th largest state by area but boasts the seventh-highest number of counties in the country. If you’re searching for an affordable place to call home in North Carolina, you’re in luck. This diverse and picturesque state offers a range of options that won’t break the bank.

North Carolina City Has Been Named the Cheapest Place to Live in The State

Maine State

Sagadahoc County, ME

Lewiston, ME

The Maine Monitor

Editor’s note: This story contains references to suicide. When a bill to strengthen Maine’s yellow flag law went into effect earlier this month, Sagadahoc County Sheriff Joel Merry said he felt a sense of relief.

Law enforcement officers can now get a warrant to take someone into protective custody

NewsNation

Dr. Anthony Fauci was recently hospitalized after a case of West Nile virus.

These states have the most cases of West Nile

Denver, CO

David Heitz

A Denver City Council committee will consider Tuesday changing the term “feminine hygiene products” to the more inclusive “menstrual hygiene products” in city sales tax documents.

Denver considers name change for feminine hygiene products

IFLScience

It’s the first human case of “Triple E” disease in the state for 10 years.

New Hampshire Resident Dies After Catching Rare Mosquito-Borne Virus

Dengue is a viral infection that’s on the rise, with many countries reporting a record number of cases this year. “Dengue is the most prevalent mosquito-transmitted pathogen in the world, with 400 million infections globally each year,” says Bobby Brooke Herrera, Ph.D., assistant professor, Rutgers Global Health Institute, and assistant professor, department of medicine at Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. “It’s most localized to the tropics and subtropics around the equatorial belt.”

7 Symptoms of Dengue to Watch For, According to Experts

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West Nile virus found in metro Atlanta, cases rise in Georgia

Health officials are urging people to take precautions after mosquitoes carrying West Nile virus have been identified in parts of Georgia. At least a half dozen...

West Nile virus found in metro Atlanta, cases rise in Georgia

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