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Shigella Outbreak Highlights Urgent Hygiene Gaps in South Island’s Unhoused Community
A shigellosis outbreak among South Island’s unhoused population exposes deep sanitation gaps, with health authorities and outreach workers sounding alarms over systemic failures and the spread of drug-resistant bacteria.
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Canada Loses Measles-Free Status After Year-Long Outbreak: What Went Wrong?
Canada has lost its measles elimination status after over 5,000 cases were reported in 2025, marking a major setback for public health. Experts point to declining vaccination rates, access issues, and systemic failures, with the US at risk of following…
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Norovirus Outbreak Disrupts Royal Caribbean Cruise, Nearly 100 Affected
A severe norovirus outbreak struck a Royal Caribbean cruise ship, sickening nearly 100 passengers and crew. The incident highlights ongoing challenges in cruise ship health management and passenger safety.
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Measles Could Become Endemic in the U.S. Amid Rising Cases, Experts Warn
Experts warn that measles could become endemic in the U.S. as vaccination rates decline and cases surge across multiple states.