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Cucumbers Linked To Salmonella Outbreak That Sickened Hundreds In 31 States

The Africa CDC or centres for Disease Control has declared its first ever public health emergency over the most recent mpox outbreak that began in DR Congo last September but has since spread to other countries. Over 38,000 cases and more than 1,400 deaths have been attributed to the virus on the continent since the start of 2022.

Africa's top health body sounds alarm over mpox outbreak

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‘This is a game changer.’ Ordering off the kid’s menu comes with a certain set of expectations. Small portions, lower prices—possibly an age restriction—but generally, nothing too off-base as far as ordering food.

‘For $6, who cares?’: Applebee’s customer shocked after ordering both adult and kids’ cheeseburgers

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

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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

The Biden administration is bringing back free at-home COVID-19 tests by mail. At the end of September, each household will be able to order up to four rapid tests through COVIDtests.gov. The tests, which will detect newer COVID-19 variants, will be good for use until the end of the year.

A new round of free COVID tests is coming soon

Summer still has a few weeks left, but tell that to those big-box stores - jackets, costumes, huge bags of candy, orange, orange everywhere, and the scent of pumpkin spice - it's in the air. NPR's Juliana Kim explains why fall vibes are creeping up so early. JULIANA KIM, BYLINE:...

It's somehow pumpkin spice season already. Why fall vibes are here earlier than ever

Body lice (Pediculus humanus corporis) are different from head lice or pubic lice . Body lice bites are small, discolored, and accompanied by a rash that looks like a scrape. There are many ways to eradicate an infestation, described ahead. This article discusses how to recognize body lice bites, where...

Body Lice Bites: Steps to Identifying and Treating Them

Did Eric Garcetti, a powerful Democrat, lie under oath about a #MeToo scandal in his office?. That's the question at the center of a new investigation from NPR. For sponsor-free episodes of Consider This, sign up for Consider This+ via Apple Podcasts or at plus.npr.org. Email us at considerthis@npr.org.

Looking The Other Way Pt 1: A powerful Democrat and a #MeToo scandal

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Rats are a diverse group of medium-sized rodents with long tails. There are rat species all over the Rodentia order, but the ones most people picture live in the genus Rattus. Neotoma, Bandicota, and Dipodomys are also rat genera. Size is the most obvious identifying feature of rats compared to mice. Since rats are such adaptable […]

Rat Population: 5 US States With the Most Rats

"They get more than us, Why nobody told me about this?". If you're looking for a tasty option that won't break the bank, a Chick-fil-A's kids' meal might be just what you're after. It seems like a great deal. In fact, some people argue it's a better deal than a regular adult meal. This TikToker took the audience through the ins and outs of this meal.

Chick-fil-A customer says they’ll never order a full meal again after seeing kids’ meal

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The new school year has started with tragedy at two Alabama high schools, where teenage football players have died in the past two weeks. On Friday, Caden Tellier, 16, suffered a severe head injury while playing quarterback in the opening game for John T. Morgan Academy in Selma. His death was announced the next day.

A high school quarterback dies after brain injury, Alabama’s 2nd death in 2 weeks

This week we check back in on our running list of the year's best songs — they're contenders for a spot on the inevitable best-of 2024 lists we'll post at the end of the year. Our latest update includes some pro-tips for staying engaged with life as we get older, how to be happy in a world you can't control, the art of letting go and more from Arooj Aftab, Great Grandpa, Japandroids and more.

The Contenders, Vol. 15: The songs we can't stop playing this week

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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a health alert in response to an ongoing mpox outbreak in Central African involving a strain of the virus that causes more severe infections. The CDC said Wednesday it was issuing a health alert to provide “additional information” about the...

CDC warns of more severe mpox strain spreading in Central Africa

ABDULLATIF KUCAR: (Through interpreter) I've experienced unbelievably difficult days. I do not know whether it's a test from God or what. RASCOE: This is Abdullatif Kucar. In her series, Emily tells the story of how Chinese authorities detained his wife and his young children. Kucar spent years trying to get his family back. Since then, Emily has kept reporting on Uyghurs like the Kucar family, and she joins us today to talk about some of her latest work and the revealing view it gives us into how the Chinese government has been targeting Uyghurs. Emily, thank you for being here today.

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Audio will be available later today. The death of a high school student in a football game Friday has saddened his Alabama community and once again raised concerns about the sport. Days earlier a 14-year-old player had died.

Alabama's school year begins with tragedy after 2 football players die

A rare but potentially lethal mosquito-borne virus has prompted nearly a dozen towns in the US to close public parks at night and restrict outdoor activities, when mosquitoes are most active. Ten communities in Massachusetts are now designated at high or critical risk for eastern equine encephalitis, or EEE, that...

'Very serious' mosquito virus prompts US towns to close parks

An international team of infectious disease researchers with the World Mosquito Program, working with colleagues from WeRobotics, has developed a way to release large numbers of mosquitoes infected with a mosquito-killing bacteria into the wild much more efficiently than current methods. In their paper published in the journal Science Robotics,...

Using a drone to release mosquitoes infected with deadly bacteria into the wild

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Virgo season will progress well on August 27. Three struggling zodiac signs will tap Gemini’s immense energy which will help them end their grief. The Half Moon will test their resolve to heal and desire to continue facing hardships. Still, Gemini’s healing vibe will inspire them to end their hardships and change existing circumstances.

3 Zodiac Signs Whose Hardships End on August 27, 2024

Fifteen years after Oasis imploded, the dueling brothers at the heart of the beloved British band have confirmed fans' far-fetched dreams of a reunion tour. On Monday, Noel and Liam Gallagher — the band’s main songwriter and singer, respectively — each tweeted out an 11-second video with the date and time of Aug. 27 at 8 a.m., flickering in the Oasis font. The Oasis Instagram account shared it, too.

The Gallagher brothers are reviving Oasis. Here's a look at their decades-long feud

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Worms are infecting Colorado's sweet corn. Moths with STDs could help

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Worms are infecting Colorado's sweet corn. Moths with STDs could help

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