C.D.C. Links Measles Outbreaks in Multiple States for First Time

If the outbreaks cannot be extinguished by January, the anniversary of the first cases in Texas, the United States will lose what is known as “elimination status” as determined by the World Health Organization.

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Infant Formula Company Tied to Botulism Outbreak Had Known Problems

A Pennsylvania plant run by the company, ByHeart, was shut down this year after inspectors found mold, a leaking roof and more than 2,500 dead insects in a food production area.

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Government Shutdown Ends and Federal Workers Return

Government employees were expecting to see paychecks again as early as Nov. 20 after six weeks in limbo.

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Infant Formula Recalled Amid Botulism Investigation

Health agencies asked caregivers to stop using two batches of ByHeart Whole Nutrition Infant Formula after they found an increase in cases of infant botulism.

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Behind the Dismantling of the C.D.C.: Reform or ‘Humiliation’?

The agency has lost a third of its work force this year. The Trump administration maintains that the losses are necessary, but critics say that there is no real plan, only animosity.

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Three Cases of Mpox Strain Tied to Severe Illness Worry Health Experts

None of the patients, all California residents, had traveled abroad, suggesting the Clade 1 virus strain was transmitted locally.

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Covid Vaccines in First Trimester Not Tied to Birth Defects, Study Finds

The results of a large study in France are consistent with previous research indicating that Covid vaccination is safe and effective in pregnancy.

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Trump Rattles Vaccine Experts Over Aluminum

The president’s call for removal of the metal from childhood inoculations set off alarms. About half of shots for polio, whooping cough and other diseases would be affected.

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They Fought Outbreaks Worldwide. Now They’re Fighting for New Lives.

Hundreds of infectious disease specialists have been let go by the Trump administration. Here are four who focused on keeping pandemics at bay.

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C.D.C. Layoffs Included 2 Top Measles Experts Amid Rising Cases

Scientists who focused on other infectious diseases, like an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo, also were let go.

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