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USA Today · 22h

Free COVID tests return as CDC says this one variant now accounts for nearly 60% of cases

As free tests are now available, one COVID-19 variant continues to be the most prevalent in the United States.

CNN on MSN · 4d

How the CDC tests wastewater for Covid — and what it found in your state

The agency now tests sewage to keep tabs on the virus. See how the process works and how viral activity in your state compares to the national trends.

COVID-19 tests, variants and updated vaccines: Here’s what you need to know

The newest update to the COVID-19 vaccine reached pharmacies as infections in Indiana began to rise. Members of our audience had questions about the COVID-19 vaccine, tests and variants.

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CDC warns against potentially counterfeit meds sold by online pharmacies

The search for more affordable medications might cause people to access dangerous counterfeit drugs sold as genuine products by online pharmacies, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention warned on Wednesday.

U.S. News & World Report · 51m

CDC Warns of Fake Drug Dangers From Online Pharmacies

In its warning, the CDC noted that the counterfeit pills frequently contained fentanyl, a synthetic opioid that is up to 50 times stronger than heroin and 100 times stronger than morphine, and methamphetamine.

US CDC warns of overdose risk from fake prescription medicines online

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Wednesday alerted public health officials and clinicians about the potential risk for drug overdose among individuals ordering counterfeit prescription medicines from online pharmacies.

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Can You Get Your COVID and Flu Shots at the Same Time? Doctors Explain

Yes, you can get your COVID and flu shots at the same time. In fact, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) ...

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Required vaccine coverage among US kindergartners dips again, new CDC data shows

A record share of US kindergartners had an exemption for required vaccinations last school year, leaving more than 125,000 ...

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Lyme disease and ticks that carry it spread across the US

Lyme disease is one of the most prevalent insect-borne diseases in the country, with far more cases each year than other ...

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CDC Announces $176M in Funding for 48 Public Health Partners

CDC public health partners will receive $176 million in funding to bolster the ability of various agencies and organizations ...

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Flu deaths in children hits new record as vaccination rates decrease: CDC

There were 200 pediatric flu-related deaths in the 2023-2024 season, compared to the previous high of 199 during the ...

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CDC communicates with health authorities amid Marburg virus outbreak in Rwanda

The U.S.Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Monday said it was in conversation with Rwandan health officials amid ...

CDC: Get Vaccinated by Halloween for Maximum Protection by November

The colder months are almost here and so are your chances of getting COVID, Flu, and RSV that’s why the Centers for Disease ...

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