Tag: CDC
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CDC Updates Immunization Guidelines: Informed Consent Returns as COVID-19 Strategy Shifts
Overview: A Shift Toward Individual-Based Decisions The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has released updated immunization schedules that mark a pivot from universal COVID-19 vaccination recommendations to a framework emphasizing informed, individual-based decision-making. In a move described by health officials as returning autonomy to clinicians and patients, the 2025 updates place emphasis…
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Diabetes Eye Exams Save Vision: Why 60% Skip Dilated Checks
The Eye Health Gap in Diabetes Diabetes significantly raises the risk of serious eye diseases, including diabetic retinopathy, cataracts, and glaucoma. Yet many people with diabetes do not receive the annual, dilated eye examinations that can preserve vision. An ongoing concern in the United States is whether patients are consistently engaging in the eye care…
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Are Diabetics Skipping Eye Exams That Protect Sight? New Findings
Diabetes and the risk to your eyes In the United States, roughly one in ten adults with diabetes will develop eye diseases that threaten vision. Regular eye care complements diet and exercise in protecting ocular health, yet many patients overlook this essential safeguard. The study behind the findings A collaboration between the CDC and Wills…
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Six in Ten Diabetics Do Not Get Vision-Saving Eye Exams
Why Diabetes Eye Exams Matter Diabetes increases the risk of several serious eye diseases and vision loss. Even people who manage blood sugar well can develop diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma, or cataracts at higher rates than non-diabetics. Medical groups advocate for a dilated eye exam each year so an ophthalmologist can detect early changes before vision…
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Live Updates: US Government Shutdown Stalls Federal Services
What happened and why the shutdown began The United States government entered a full shutdown at midnight after Democratic and Republican leaders failed to agree on a short-term funding bill. The stalemate came as top lawmakers and President Donald Trump could not bridge the gap over funding and policy terms, leaving the nation facing a…
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First Death from Eastern Equine Encephalitis in South Carolina in 20 Years
Introduction: A Rare Health Concern In a startling development, South Carolina has reported its first human death from Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) in over two decades. This tragic case has raised alarms and led health authorities to intensify their warnings regarding mosquito bite prevention. The victim, a resident of Beaufort County, contracted the virus through…
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COVID-19 Falls from Top 10 Causes of Death in the U.S.
Introduction In a significant development for public health, new data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reveals that COVID-19 is no longer one of the top 10 causes of death in the United States. This marks the first time since the pandemic began that the virus has fallen off this critical list,…
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Coldplay Kiss-Cam Husband Breaks Silence on Chagas Disease
Introduction In a touching moment that went viral during a Coldplay concert, a husband’s reaction on the kiss-cam not only captured hearts but also sparked important conversations about a serious public health issue: Chagas disease. As experts warn that this life-threatening disease is spreading, understanding its implications has never been more crucial. What is Chagas…
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Understanding the Rise of Kissing Bug Disease in the US
Introduction to Kissing Bug Disease The recent warning from the CDC about the increasing prevalence of Kissing Bug disease is alarming. These blood-sucking insects have been found carrying a deadly parasite responsible for Chagas disease, which has now spread across 32 states in the United States. Health officials estimate that hundreds of thousands of people…
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Understanding Chagas Disease: The Rising Threat of Kissing Bugs
Introduction to Chagas Disease and Kissing Bugs The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has raised alarms regarding the rise of the kissing bug disease, specifically Chagas disease, which is spreading across 32 states in the United States. These blood-sucking insects are carriers of a harmful parasite, Trypanosoma cruzi, which can lead to serious…