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  • Measles Outbreak Surges in US with 588 Cases Across 17 States in Early 2026

    Measles Outbreak Surges in US with 588 Cases Across 17 States in Early 2026
    2026/02/05
    Listeners, as of early February 2026, the top public health alert in the United States is a surging measles outbreak. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports 588 confirmed cases across 17 states as of January 29, with 416 cases noted by Seattle Children's Hospital as of January 23, marking the worst start to a year since 1991. The Pan American Health Organization issued an epidemiological alert on February 4, highlighting 171 new U.S. cases in the first three weeks of 2026 alone, part of 1,031 regional cases, mostly among unvaccinated individuals. Outbreaks are ongoing in places like South Carolina, Florida's Ave Maria with 20 cases, and California with nine confirmed. PAHO stresses that 78% of cases with known status were unvaccinated, and vaccination coverage lags below the 95% needed for herd immunity.

    The CDC also issued a nationwide Health Alert on January 20 about the New World screwworm outbreak expanding in Mexico near Texas, urging vigilance for animal infestations that could spread, though none reported in U.S. people or animals yet. Pet owners and handlers should check for wounds daily, use ectoparasite prevention, and seek vet care immediately if suspected.

    Other concerns include rising pertussis statewide, moderate norovirus and rotavirus levels, and a CDC-investigated gastrointestinal outbreak on a luxury cruise sickening 27 people. Local trends from Seattle Children's show steady influenza, declining RSV, low COVID-19, and increasing mpox in King County.

    To stay safe, get two doses of the MMR vaccine, especially before travel or mass events like the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Infants, unvaccinated kids, and travelers to outbreak areas need extra protection. Check vaccination status and consult healthcare providers.

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  • US Public Health Alerts Multiple Disease Outbreaks Including Measles Flu and Meningococcal Cases

    US Public Health Alerts Multiple Disease Outbreaks Including Measles Flu and Meningococcal Cases
    2026/02/03
    Listeners, here's the latest on public health alerts across the United States as of today. ProMED reports an illicit laboratory discovered in Las Vegas, Nevada, raising possible bioterrorism risks, with authorities requesting more information. Measles cases continue to surge, with ProMED noting outbreaks in Texas at a migrant detention center where quarantine measures are in place, confirmed cases in ICE facilities in Texas and Arizona, and additional instances in Idaho, Oklahoma, North Carolina, and California. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention confirms 52 pediatric flu deaths this season, with 90 percent among unvaccinated children, and new data shows flu infections rebounding due to influenza B. Chicago's Department of Public Health reports two deaths and at least seven adult cases of meningococcal disease in the last two weeks, higher than usual. The FDA and CDC are investigating a salmonella outbreak linked to Live It Up and Why Not Natural superfood supplements, sickening 65 people in 28 states. Norovirus hit a university dormitory in Connecticut, per ProMED. Legionellosis cases include fatalities in Vermont continuing care facilities and New York City, according to ProMED updates. Pertussis appears in Oregon and Arizona, and tuberculosis in a San Francisco high school with three active cases. ProMED also flags varicella at a Hawaii elementary school and hepatitis A in Utah. The CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices is reviewing long-term effects of repeated flu vaccines and reconsidering all vaccine recommendations, while concerns rise over shifts away from universal hepatitis B birth dose vaccination, potentially increasing perinatal transmission risks.

    Stay vigilant, get vaccinated if eligible, practice hand hygiene, and monitor symptoms. Thank you for tuning in, listeners—please subscribe for more updates. This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quietplease.ai.

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  • Measles Cases Surge to 588 in US as MMR Vaccination Rates Drop Below 93 Percent

    Measles Cases Surge to 588 in US as MMR Vaccination Rates Drop Below 93 Percent
    2026/01/31
    Listeners, as of January 30, 2026, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports 588 confirmed measles cases across the United States through January 29, with cases in 17 jurisdictions including Arizona, California, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Kentucky, Minnesota, Nebraska, North Carolina, Ohio, Oregon, South Carolina, South Dakota, Utah, Virginia, Washington, and Wisconsin. Contagion Live details that three additional cases involve international visitors, marking a sharp rise from 285 cases in 2024 and following 2,267 cases in 2025, the highest since 2000. The CDC notes dropping MMR vaccination rates at 92.5% for kindergartners in the 2024-25 school year, down from 92.7% previously, alongside rising vaccine exemptions at 3.6% nationally, with 17 states over 5%, threatening the US measles elimination status achieved in 2000.

    In Orange County, California, health officials issued a CD Health Alert on January 30 for measles in a toddler with no travel history or known exposures, urging vigilance for symptoms like fever, rash, cough, and red eyes. The CDC emphasizes confirming cases only after lab verification, but probable reports suggest numbers could be higher.

    On lead exposure, Unleaded Kids reports ongoing CDC challenges under the current administration, including past disruptions to the Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program, though Congress allocated $51 million for grants starting October 2026. The CDC's Lead Exposure Prevention Advisory Committee failed to meet in 2025, delaying key recommendations on adult exposure and blood lead levels.

    Respiratory virus data from the CDC shows ongoing national tracking of COVID-19, influenza, and RSV through wastewater and emergency visits, with no new elevated alerts today. Monkeypox prevention continues with JYNNEOS vaccine recommendations, stressing avoidance of close contact with cases.

    Stay vaccinated, monitor symptoms, and consult healthcare providers for exposures. Listeners, thank you for tuning in—please subscribe for more updates. This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quietplease.ai.

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  • US Public Health Alerts 2025 Measles Surge Vaccination Meningococcal Disease Outbreaks CDC Recommendations

    US Public Health Alerts 2025 Measles Surge Vaccination Meningococcal Disease Outbreaks CDC Recommendations
    2026/01/29
    Listeners, as of today, key public health alerts in the United States focus on rising infectious disease threats and vaccination concerns. ProMED reports meningococcal disease cases in Illinois, specifically Chicago with serogroup Y, and legionellosis outbreaks in Nevada at a resort and in Illinois at a developmental center. Measles cases are surging nationwide, with 416 confirmed as of January 23 according to the CDC via Acheson Food Safety Consulting, 94 percent among unvaccinated or unknown status individuals, putting the US on the verge of losing elimination status after 2,255 cases in 2025.

    The American Academy of Pediatrics' 2026 immunization schedule strongly recommends routine vaccines for 18 diseases, including RSV, hepatitis A and B, rotavirus, influenza, and meningococcal disease, despite CDC changes moving some to shared decision-making. AAP and AMA endorse this to protect children, noting last flu season's 280 pediatric deaths were mostly preventable. Institut Pasteur criticizes the US shift away from universal childhood shots for these diseases, stressing their proven efficacy like 95 percent for hepatitis A.

    Other alerts include a resolved Listeria outbreak in pasta meals sickening 27 with 6 deaths per CDC via Food Safety News, and a chikungunya autochthonous case in Florida per ProMED. No Nipah virus cases in the US, officials confirm via Uniladtech. Avian influenza impacts poultry, as noted in Farm Progress America.

    Stay vigilant: Ensure vaccinations are up to date, practice hand hygiene, and monitor symptoms like fever or rash. US life expectancy hit a new high with falling overdose and COVID deaths, per NPR.

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  • California Endorses 2026 Immunization Schedule as Measles Cases Hit 30 Year High Across United States

    California Endorses 2026 Immunization Schedule as Measles Cases Hit 30 Year High Across United States
    2026/01/27
    Listeners, as of today, the California Department of Public Health endorses the 2026 American Academy of Pediatrics Recommended Child and Adolescent Immunization Schedule, highlighting its science-based approach to protecting against 18 diseases amid recent CDC changes. This schedule, similar to prior years, emphasizes vaccines' safety and benefits, with CDPH Director Dr. Erica Pan warning of rising measles cases—the highest in over 30 years—risking the U.S. elimination status achieved in 2000 due to low vaccination rates. The California Medical Association and West Coast Health Alliance also back this AAP guidance for families and providers.

    Meanwhile, ProMED reports ongoing measles outbreaks in U.S. states including Arizona, Utah, Washington, Florida, and South Carolina, with cases soaring and marking the highest numbers in decades. A recent autochthonous chikungunya case appeared in Florida, and a botulism case was confirmed in Montana. Legionellosis struck an Illinois developmental center.

    The European Society of Cardiology notes wildfire smoke exposure linked to 17,000 strokes across the U.S., urging caution for those in affected areas.

    Weather-related alerts include delayed openings: Worcester County Health Department in Maryland at 10 a.m., Northwest Georgia Health District offices until 10 a.m. (Walker County at 11 a.m.), and Alexander T. Augusta Military Medical Center closed except for emergency and inpatient services.

    For polio and MMR vaccines, CDC's advisory chair Dr. Kirk Milhoan questions broad recommendations given improved sanitation, but experts like Dr. Paul Offit counter that sanitation actually heightened polio risks historically, with last year's 2,255 measles cases and first deaths in over a decade underscoring vaccination needs.

    Stay vaccinated, monitor local weather impacts on health services, and protect against respiratory risks from smoke. Consult your healthcare provider for personalized advice.

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  • CDC Health Alert: Screwworm Outbreak in Mexico, Elevated Flu Cases, and Measles Concerns in January 2026

    CDC Health Alert: Screwworm Outbreak in Mexico, Elevated Flu Cases, and Measles Concerns in January 2026
    2026/01/24
    Several significant health alerts are currently affecting the United States as we move through January 2026.

    The most pressing concern involves a New World Screwworm outbreak in Northern Mexico that has prompted a CDC Health Advisory. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 1,190 cases and seven deaths in people have been reported across Central America and Mexico as of January 20th. Mexico has documented 24 hospitalizations and 601 active animal cases. While no screwworm infestations have been identified in the United States yet, the CDC warns of potential geographic spread, particularly in Texas and border regions. Clinicians should consider screwworm infection in patients presenting with visible larvae or egg masses in wounds or body openings like ears, eyes, nose, or mouth. The CDC recommends that healthcare providers ask patients about recent travel to affected areas and immediately notify local epidemiology units of suspected cases.

    Influenza activity remains elevated nationally, though the CDC reports it has declined for three consecutive weeks. According to the most recent CDC FluView report for the week ending January 17th, positive flu tests declined to 17.7 percent from 18.6 percent the previous week. However, the 2025-26 flu season has been severe, with the CDC estimating at least 19 million illnesses, 250,000 hospitalizations, and 10,000 deaths. The dominant strain is influenza A-H3N2, with over 90 percent belonging to a variant that has evaded current vaccine immunity.

    Measles continues to pose a concern, with the United States potentially losing its measles-free status. ProMED reports a continuing rise in cases in South Carolina, with additional cases reported in North Carolina. The CDC is examining whether recent outbreaks in South Carolina, Utah, Arizona, and Texas represent continuous viral circulation between January 20, 2025 and January 20, 2026, which would result in loss of the nation's measles elimination status achieved in 2000.

    RSV activity is moderate and decreasing nationally, though elevated in some regions, particularly affecting children under five years old and infants under 12 months. COVID-19 activity remains low and decreasing nationwide.

    An ongoing infant botulism outbreak linked to ByHeart Whole Nutrition powdered infant formula has affected 51 cases, though the CDC reports no new cases have been added since December 10th, 2025.

    Listeners should monitor CDC guidance closely, particularly regarding travel to Mexico or Central America, and ensure their vaccinations are current, especially for measles and influenza.

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  • CDC Issues Multiple Health Alerts: Screwworm Risk, Severe Flu Season, and Measles Outbreaks Across US

    CDC Issues Multiple Health Alerts: Screwworm Risk, Severe Flu Season, and Measles Outbreaks Across US
    2026/01/22
    Listeners, here's the latest on public health alerts across the United States as of today. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued a Health Alert Network advisory on January 20 warning about New World screwworm cases in Mexico's Tamaulipas state, right across the Texas border. According to the CDC, no infestations have been found in people or animals in the US yet, but the risk of spread is real. This parasitic fly lays eggs in wounds or body openings, causing potentially deadly myiasis, especially in cattle, horses, and humans. Clinicians should check travel history for symptoms like visible egg masses. Treatment involves surgical removal of larvae, as no specific medications are proven effective.

    Hospitals are reporting one of the worst flu seasons in years, per Chief Healthcare Executive. A powerful influenza A H3N2 strain has led to high patient volumes, especially among kids under eight, with the CDC estimating 230,000 hospitalizations and 9,300 deaths so far, including 32 pediatric deaths. Blood supplies are down 35% due to the surge, and some facilities are delaying elective procedures. Vaccination rates are lower amid recent changes dropping universal flu shot recommendations for kids.

    RSV cases remain elevated nationwide, the CDC notes, with rising emergency visits for young children. New immunizations like maternal vaccines and infant antibody shots are available, and public awareness is growing according to an Annenberg Public Policy Center survey.

    Measles outbreaks continue in at least nine states, with over 640 cases in South Carolina mostly among unvaccinated children, as reported by Public Health Watch. The US risks losing measles elimination status.

    The CDC is updating the childhood immunization schedule to focus on 11 core vaccines like MMR and polio, following a HHS review aligning with peer nations, while keeping all covered by insurance.

    Stay vigilant, get vaccinated where recommended, and consult your doctor. Thanks for tuning in, listeners—please subscribe for more updates. This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quietplease.ai.

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  • US Health Alert January 2025 Salmonella Outbreak Measles Cases Surge Amid Vaccine Schedule Changes

    US Health Alert January 2025 Salmonella Outbreak Measles Cases Surge Amid Vaccine Schedule Changes
    2026/01/20
    Listeners, here's the latest on public health alerts across the United States as of today. Federal and state health agencies, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, or CDC, are investigating a multistate Salmonella Typhimurium outbreak linked to Live it Up Super Greens supplement powders. As of January 14, 45 cases have been reported in 21 states, with illnesses starting between August 2025 and December 2025. Twelve of 41 patients with data were hospitalized, but no deaths occurred. Eighty percent of interviewed patients consumed the supplement, and the company initiated a voluntary recall on January 14. The CDC urges you to avoid eating, selling, or serving these products.

    Flu levels hit a 25-year high earlier this month, per the CDC, amid controversy over recent changes to the childhood immunization schedule announced by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services on January 5. The update shifts some vaccines like flu, COVID-19, rotavirus, hepatitis A and B, and meningitis from universal recommendations to shared clinical decision-making or high-risk only, reducing targeted illnesses from 17 to 11 for all children. The American Lung Association expresses deep concern, noting these changes bypassed rigorous scientific review and could confuse families, especially with flu surging. More than 200 medical organizations denounce the revisions, calling for congressional oversight, while a majority of states and institutions like Seattle Children's Hospital reject them. Marshall County Public Health Director Sydney Grewell emphasizes vaccines remain the best protection and urges talking to providers.

    Measles cases continue rising, with over 2,200 confirmed in 2025—the highest in 33 years—per CDC data reported by ABC News, including three deaths in unvaccinated individuals. New cases in Texas today mark one year since the outbreak began there, potentially signaling continuous transmission that could end U.S. elimination status, as warned by experts like Dr. Richard Besser.

    A resurgence of whooping cough, or pertussis, is also underway nationwide, according to the American Lung Association, stressing infant vaccinations.

    Stay vigilant, consult healthcare providers, and check official sources for updates.

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