Measles Cases Hit 700, Soars To Highest In 5 Years! Whooping Cough Tally Close Behind

Measles Cases Hit 700, Soars To Highest In 5 Years! Whooping Cough Tally Close Behind

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Updated Apr 15, 2025 | 02:33 AM IST

SummaryMeasles cases in the U.S. have surged past 700, marking a five-year high, while whooping cough infections have doubled year-on-year, both driven by plummeting vaccination rates nationwide.

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Amid Rising Pollen, Britons Advised To 'Keep Windows Shut Between 10am–3pm' To Prevent Hay Fever

Amid Rising Pollen, Britons Advised To 'Keep Windows Shut Between 10am–3pm' To Prevent Hay Fever

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Updated Apr 16, 2025 | 11:22 AM IST

SummaryOver 10 million people in the UK suffer from hay fever. With birch pollen levels “very high,” experts urge residents to keep windows shut from 10am to 3pm to minimize exposure.

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One In 31 Kids Diagnosed With Autism, CDC Reveals Alarming Data Contradicting RFK Jr.'s Claims

One In 31 Kids Diagnosed With Autism, CDC Reveals Alarming Data Contradicting RFK Jr.'s Claims

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Updated Apr 16, 2025 | 09:00 AM IST

SummaryCDC data contradicts RFK Jr.’s claims, showing that the rise in autism diagnoses is due to improved screening and early detection—not harmful environmental exposures. In 2022, 1 in 31 U.S. 8-year-olds were diagnosed with autism, a jump from 1 in 36 in 2020, with higher rates among boys, children of color, and underserved communities.

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Whooping Cough Cases Are Rising Across US- How Long Is The Infection Contagious?

Whooping Cough Cases Are Rising Across US- How Long Is The Infection Contagious?

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Updated Apr 16, 2025 | 07:00 AM IST

SummaryWhooping cough cases in the U.S. surged over 1,500% since 2021, with 35,435 cases in 2024 and infants under one year facing the highest risk of severe complications. With this alarming resurgence of pertussis, know its symptoms, contagious period, and the crucial role of vaccinations in preventing a national health crisis.

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