Connect with us

News

US State in Measles Panic Mode—4 Cases Confirmed! 

US State in Measles Panic Mode—4 Cases Confirmed! 

United States: The state health department has confirmed four current cases of measles within Tennessee. 

The Tennessee Department of Health declared the first official measles case on March 21. 

More about the news 

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Tennessee belongs to the group of 20 jurisdictions reporting measles cases. 

Health officials have updated their count to four confirmed measles cases because three patients received new diagnoses. 

The second confirmed measles case links directly to the first detected case, as per health department records, wkrn.com reported. 

US State in Measles Panic Mode—4 Cases Confirmed! 
US State in Measles Panic Mode—4 Cases Confirmed! 

The Tennessee Department of Health has not shared additional information regarding positive measles cases with the public. 

According to the health department, all recovering patients with newly confirmed measles cases remain in their home environments. 

Public health officials dedicate efforts to determining more potential sites where the virus has been transmitted to diverse individuals. 

CDC Reports Nationwide Measles Spike 

Of all confirmed measles cases in the United States reported on March 27, the CDC identified 483 cases distributed across Alaska, California, Florida, Georgia, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York City, New York State, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Tennessee, Texas, Vermont and Washington. 

Texas holds the top position for active cases at 422, as per reporting from the Texas Department of Health and Human Services. 

Roughly 42 patients needed hospital care because of Texas’s measles outbreak, and one schoolchild passed away from the disease. 

The measles outbreak has triggered two deaths, as confirmed by state health officials, wkrn.com reported. 

Vaccination Clinics Canceled  

Because of the immediate loss of federal public health grant funding, Mayor Freddie O’Connell, together with Dr. Joanna Shaw-KaiKai of the Metro Public Health Department, made the decision to cancel multiple upcoming MMR vaccine clinics. 

US State in Measles Panic Mode—4 Cases Confirmed! 
US State in Measles Panic Mode—4 Cases Confirmed! 

The budget cuts disrupted the MPHD Strike Team’s vaccination service delivery system to areas requiring medical support. 

Additionally, “Disruptions like these can cause real public health issues as any one person who is unvaccinated is more susceptible to contracting and spreading the disease they would have otherwise been protected against,” Shaw-KaiKai noted. 

Continue Reading
Click to comment

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

News

FDA Chief Steps Down Amid Vaccine ‘Misinformation’ Battle 

FDA Chief Steps Down Amid Vaccine 'Misinformation' Battle 

United States: Dr. Peter Marks, the leading FDA vaccine official, resigned from his role while expressing disagreement with the nation’s health leader who let false information steer his vaccine safety decisions. 

Resigrantion over misinformation conflict 

Acting FDA Commissioner Sara Brenner received Dr. Peter Marks’ retirement notice as head of the Center for Biologics Evaluation and Research before his transition date of April 5. 

The Associated Press obtained a notification from Marks that displayed his willingness to join forces with him on vaccine safety matters, according to Robert F. Kennedy Jr. 

“It has become clear that truth and transparency are not desired by the Secretary, but rather he wishes subservient confirmation of his misinformation and lies,” he noted. 

The FDA sources say Marks got two options from Kennedy: to step down voluntarily or to be terminated from his position. Although Kennedy delivered statements against vaccine misinformation at his Senate confirmation hearings, he maintained a continuous history of spreading such misinformation. 

Kennedy gave his word to the Senate Health Committee chairperson that he would maintain all current vaccine recommendations without alteration. 

Under his new position as secretary, Kennedy announced he would review vaccine safety, although evidence has demonstrated childhood vaccines to be protected for many years and that they have successfully saved numerous lives. 

Mark administered a rapid vaccine and treatment review process for COVID-19 under his FDA leadership during the pandemic. 

Through his leadership, Marks created both the name and the conceptual framework for “Operation Warp Speed,” which President Donald Trump established to accelerate vaccine production before complete safety and effectiveness testing. 

Trump launched attacks at the FDA many times over their delayed approval of early COVID vaccines, although the operation achieved its intended success. 

Donald Trump argued to his close advisors that receiving COVID-19 vaccines before the 2020 Election Day would have secured his reelection as president. 

Furthermore, “RFK Jr.’s firing of Peter Marks because he wouldn’t bend a knee to his misinformation campaign now allows the fox to guard the hen house,” Offit stated. 

“It’s a sad day for America’s children,” he maintained. 

Continue Reading

News

Vomiting, Diarrhea, Chaos: NOROVIRUS Terror on Luxury Cruise 

Vomiting, Diarrhea, Chaos: NOROVIRUS Terror on Luxury Cruise 

United States: Norovirus transmission occurs through contact with contaminated surfaces along with ingesting infected liquids or through consumption of food items carrying the virus. 

The viral transmission occurs through both person-to-person spread and surface contact, which transmits the virus. 

A norovirus outbreak on Cunard’s Queen Mary 2 made 183 passengers and 14 crew members sick with vomiting and diarrhea symptoms. 

The CDC reported that 7% of passengers aboard the ship experienced symptoms among the 2,538 people traveling, as reported by Yahoo. 

A Luxury Voyage Takes an Unpleasant Turn 

From England, the Queen Mary 2 embarked on March 8 for a voyage that included stops across New York, Barbados, St. Lucia, and Grenada before the outbreak affected the ship. 

Despite Cunard’s initial statement that a small number of people became sick, the company adopted rigorous cleaning protocols and added health measures to stop additional cases

What is Norovirus & How Does It Spread? 

The United States reports 2,500 annual outbreaks of the highly infectious Norovirus that remains the top reason for vomiting and diarrhea within the country. 

The virus can be transmitted by eating tainted food and via surfaces that pathogens have touched. Moreover, close contact exposure with ill individuals also spreads the virus, businessinsider.com reported. 

The CDC declares that although people sometimes refer to it as a cruise ship, virus outbreaks mainly develop in schools, healthcare facilities, and restaurants. 

Not an Isolated Incident 

This isn’t the only cruise-related health concern. A recent Seabourn Encore voyage saw Norovirus sicken seven passengers and 22 crew members. 

Meanwhile, Cunard’s new Queen Anne ship recently implemented security measures while passing through piracy-prone waters in Southeast Asia, as reported by Yahoo. 

Continue Reading

News

Immunization Crisis—Federal Cuts END State’s Vaccine Program! 

Immunization Crisis—Federal Cuts END State's Vaccine Program! 

United States: A withdrawal of COVID-19 vaccination funding from the Trump administration triggered the Minneapolis Health Department to announce this decision on Wednesday. 

According to the Minneapolis Health Department, vaccination clinics, together with immunization education, will permanently stop. 

Immunization funding cut 

The funding supported citywide vaccination operations through educational programs and cost-free adult and pediatric clinics with record updates for students at Minneapolis Public Schools. 

The city immediately stopped working with MHealth Fairview Odam Medical Clinic and neighborhood HealthSource through the established contacts. 

The city official claims funding shortages require the support of three Health Department employees who work from alternative budget sources until better options are identified. 

What are the officials stating? 

According to Minneapolis Health Commissioner Damón Chaplin, “The impact on our community is substantial. We are canceling five free vaccine clinics scheduled for April, and the future of our vaccine services in underserved communities is uncertain. Decisions at the federal level threaten public health now and in the future,” fox9.com reported. 

Furthermore, “Decisions at the federal level are impacting lives and hurting employees dedicated to making Minneapolis a healthy place to live. Their work on our vaccine program has saved lives and prevented illnesses throughout the city. Eliminating federal support for these positions hurts our community and puts more burden on Minneapolis to deliver our mission to improve the health and well-being of every community member,” the commissioner noted. 

Immunization Crisis—Federal Cuts END State's Vaccine Program! 
Immunization Crisis—Federal Cuts END State’s Vaccine Program! 

The Minneapolis Health Department worked jointly with community organizations to run 87 vaccine clinics at underserved locations that delivered approximately 800 COVID-19 vaccines, with 700 flu shots and 500 MPOX vaccines. 

The health department organized 21 vaccine clinics, which led to 1,475 vaccinations that benefited 501 patients who received 12 available vaccines for youth, fox9.com reported. 

The Minneapolis Health Department reports that out of all 6-year-old children in the city, only 70% received all their recommended vaccinations in September 2024. 

Continue Reading

Sign Up for Our Newsletter

Join our subscribers list to get the latest news, updates and special offers delivered directly in your inbox.

Trending