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August 3, 2026

iceberg lettuce recall

America July 18, 2026

Iceberg lettuce recalled in 27 states because of cyclospora contamination

A single shredded head of lettuce has managed to trigger a nationwide scramble, as produce giant Taylor Farms recalls iceberg…

By Rihem Akkouche

Editorial illustration of Taylor Farms shredded iceberg lettuce beside a microscope and a magnified depiction of Cyclospora contamination.

Health July 17, 2026

Taylor Farms Linked to Third Major Produce Outbreak

Taco Bell became the public face of a massive Cyclospora outbreak after more than 1,600 people reported eating at the…

By Michallie Harrison

Health workers responding to the Congo Ebola outbreak during the Trump Ebola funding request.

Breaking News June 26, 2026

Trump Seeks $1.4 Billion as Congo Reports 1,118 Ebola Cases and 291 Deaths

The Trump Ebola funding request would provide more than $1.4 billion to confront a rapidly expanding outbreak in Central Africa.…

By Michallie Harrison

CDC Hepatitis B Shot end suit

America December 5, 2025

CDC Hepatitis B Shot End Suit: Vaccine Panel Votes to Scrap Universal Newborn Dose, Igniting Fierce Debate

In a decision that has sent shockwaves through the public health world, a federal vaccine advisory panel on Friday voted…

By Rihem Akkouche

HHS Job lawsuit

America September 18, 2025

First Circuit Blocks Trump Administration’s HHS Job Cuts in High-Stakes Battle

The First Circuit on Wednesday shut down the Trump administration’s attempt to slash 10,000 jobs at the U.S. Department of…

By Rihem Akkouche

HHS To Cut 10,000 Jobs

America March 27, 2025

HHS to Cut 10,000 Jobs in Sweeping Workforce Overhaul

In a seismic shift that will reshape the landscape of federal health agencies, the U.S. Department of Health and Human…

By Rihem Akkouche

RFK Jr. confirmed as HHS secretary

America February 13, 2025

RFK Jr. confirmed as HHS secretary

In a razor-thin 52-48 vote, the U.S. Senate confirmed Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as the new Secretary of Health and…

By Rihem Akkouche

Public Health Webpages Restoration

America February 11, 2025

Judge Orders Public Health Webpages Restored After Controversial Takedown

In a stunning rebuke of a Trump-era policy, a D.C. federal judge has ordered the immediate restoration of public health…

By Rihem Akkouche

Norfolk Southern Hit With Derailment Suit

America February 5, 2025

Norfolk Southern Hit With Derailment Suit as Residents Seek Justice

Hundreds of residents from Ohio and Pennsylvania have launched a legal battle against Norfolk Southern and several government agencies, accusing…

By Rihem Akkouche

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America October 23, 2024

E. coli Outbreak Tied to McDonald’s Burger: CDC

Health officials are investigating an E. coli outbreak in 10 states involving the McDonald’s franchise. The US Centers for Disease Control and…

By Cynthia Ikekhua

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