Doctor says Texas measles outbreak is "a problem of unvaccinated children"
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Energy and Commerce Committee's Medicaid problem just got tougher
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California’s Problem Now Isn’t Fire—It’s Rain
Torrential rain is expected this week in Los Angeles, which risks producing flash flooding and landslides in areas stripped of vegetation by the recent wildfires.Wired - 12h -
The New York Stock Exchange is launching an exchange in Texas
The NYSE Chicago will reincorporate in Texas and be renamed NYSE Texas.CNBC - 12h -
Doctor charged with arson for allegedly setting another doctor's home on fire: Police
An Ohio doctor has been charged with arson after allegedly setting fire to another doctor's house, officials said.ABC News - 9h -
United Airlines flight returns to Chicago due to cockpit windshield problem
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Measles outbreak in Texas was "completely preventable," disease expert says
As Gaines County, Texas, deals with a measles outbreak, experts are reminding Americans that outbreaks like these can be avoided with available safe and effective vaccines.CBS News - 13h -
British woman shot dead on holiday in Texas
Police in Texas have conducted a "thorough investigation" into the death of Lucy Harrison.BBC News - 13h -
Argentina presents a cautionary tale for America’s children
Milei's incapacitation of the Argentinian government has been a disaster for children, just as Musk’s campaign — and Trump’s economic agenda more broadly — inevitably will be.The Hill - 13h -
Rats! NYC takes novel approach to controlling vermin problem
ABC News looks at New York City’s fight against rats as city officials and residents take matters into their own hands, uncovering new methods to curb the rat population.ABC News - 14h -
Measles outbreak expands in West Texas
At least two dozen cases of measles have been reported in a West Texas county with one of the highest rates of vaccine exemptions in the state. All of the confirmed cases there involve unvaccinated ...CBS News - 15h -
Doctor with "lust for murder" suspected of killing 10 patients
The two latest cases include the alleged killing of a 25-year-old woman in her apartment in 2021 and the alleged murder of a 57-year-old woman in 2024.CBS News - 17h -
Doctor arrested in Germany over patients' deaths is now suspected of 10 killings
A doctor in Berlin who was first arrested in August on suspicion of killing four elderly patients is now suspected of killing a total of 10 patients, investigators said Tuesday.NBC News - 1d -
New York doctor says he'll continue providing transition care despite Trump executive order
As legal battles are fought over an executive order restricting transgender care for patients younger than 19, some clinics are continuing to provide the care while others are backing off.NBC News - 1d -
King of Jordan says his country could take in 2,000 children from Gaza
President Trump met with King Abdullah of Jordan and was asked about his plan for the Gaza Strip. The king said his country would be prepared to take in 2,000 Palestinian children in need from ...NBC News - 1d -
Trans doctor used female changing rooms after row, tribunal hears
A tribunal hears Dr Beth Upton and nurse Sandie Peggie argued on Christmas Eve 2023, with Ms Peggie calling the doctor a man.BBC News - 1d -
A doctor arrested in Germany over patients’ deaths is now suspected of 10 killings
German investigators say a doctor in Berlin who was first arrested in August on suspicion of killing four elderly patients is now suspected of killing a total of 10 patients and, in five cases, ...ABC News - 1d -
Almost half of school-age children in Australia found to have problems with sleep
Among those aged five to 12, 45% had a problem with sleep patterns compared with 37% of those between 13 and 17. Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news ...The Guardian - 1d -
Small town in Florida offers big perks to attract a new doctor
With a physician shortage hitting small communities hard, the town of Havana, Florida, is seeking a new family doctor. Incentives include rent-free office space and medical equipment.CBS News - 1d -
Dirty water and endless wars: why cholera outbreaks are on the rise again
The number of cases globally has surged since 2021, as war and the climate crisis pile pressure on vaccine supplies. Cholera, the scourge of the Victorian era, is staging a comeback fuelled by ...The Guardian - 1d -
Two children die in Detroit cold while sleeping in van, police say
Two children in Detroit died of suspected exposure to the cold after being found unresponsive in the van where the family was living Monday, police said.NBC News - 1d -
Measles, polio outbreaks could reemerge as vaccination rates fall
The vaccination rate for Florida kindergartners has fallen to 88.1%, the lowest in decades.CBS News - 2d -
India’s stock market has an influencer problem
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Falling vaccination rates among children have doctors worried
Vaccination rates are declining, jeopardizing the country's herd immunity from widespread outbreaks. Manny Bojorquez takes an in-depth look at the impact.CBS News - 2d -
Beware of ill-fitting menstrual cups, warn doctors
Doctors have reported a rare case where the use of a menstrual cup was linked to kidney problems.BBC News - 2d -
Tesla’s stock falls again, and this analyst explains how Elon Musk is a problem
Tesla’s stock continues to pullback, as the souring of public opinion toward CEO Elon Musk fuels worries of lower sales.MarketWatch - 2d -
Fifteen measles cases reported in West Texas county with high rate of vaccine exemptions
Fifteen measles cases — mostly in school-aged children — have been confirmed in a small county in West Texas with one of the highest rates of vaccine exemptions in the state.NBC News - 2d -
Indiana doctors sue to protect abortion patients' health information
A pair of Indiana doctors are trying to stop the state’s Department of Health from releasing personal information on abortion patients. Obstetrician-gynecologists Caitlin Bernard and Caroline ...The Hill - 2d -
'I'm only asking for basic respect' says trans doctor in NHS changing room row
A tribunal hears Dr Beth Upton denied being a man multiple times in a row over who can use women's changing rooms.BBC News - 2d -
The growing problem of child homelessness in the US
Many feel forced to hide their status through shame or fear of being taken into careFinancial Times - 2d -
More WW2 bombs found under children's playpark
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Trump’s ‘interesting problem’ with Treasuries
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Doctors, Nurses in Oregon Still on Strike
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Poet Amanda Gorman helps children find their voice with new picture book
Amanda Gorman made her voice heard in January 2021 while reading the poem for President Joe Biden’s inauguration.NBC News - 3d -
Bird flu outbreak has Americans desperate for eggs
Bird flu is causing soaring egg prices that have American consumers stressed out, leading to a rush at stores and thefts. Ali Bauman has more details.CBS News - 4d -
Trump says he won't deport Prince Harry: 'He’s got enough problems with his wife’
President Trump said on Friday that he is "not interested" in deporting Harry, who currently resides in Montecito, Calif., with his wife, Meghan Markle. “I don’t want to do that,” Trump told the ...The Hill - 4d -
Parents suing TikTok over children's deaths say it 'has no compassion'
Four families who say their children died after taking part in a viral trend in 2022 speak to the BBC about their legal fight against TikTok.BBC News - 4d -
How the football world is trying to tackle the problem of concussions
In an effort to reduce concussions among players, the NFL is teaming up with helmet manufacturers to create safer equipment.CBS News - 4d -
Doctor fears "vaccine hesitancy" is contributing to worst flu season in 15 years
This year is shaping up as the worst flu season in more than 15 years. Flu cases are in every state, but the virus is most active in 43, including Indiana and Kentucky. Janet Shamlian reports from ...CBS News - 5d -
E3’s Organizers Are Back With a New Event. This Time, Doctors Are Invited Too
The days of trailers and demos are done as the ESA broadens its horizons. The newly minted “iicon” conference will bring together the many industries impacted by video games, from Hollywood to ...Wired - 6d
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Department of Education in limbo amid Linda McMahon's confirmation hearing
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