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Health Alerts - United States

Health Alerts - United States

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 Stay informed with the latest public health updates across the United States. 'US Public Health Alerts' brings you critical information on health advisories, disease outbreaks, and safety recalls that matter to you. Whether it's emerging diseases, vaccine updates, or food safety alerts, we keep you informed and prepared. Tune in daily for concise, accurate, and trustworthy health alerts to protect you and your loved ones.

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  • FDA Warns of Lead Risks in Cookware and Cinnamon, CDC Reviews Vaccine Policies Amid Public Health Concerns

    FDA Warns of Lead Risks in Cookware and Cinnamon, CDC Reviews Vaccine Policies Amid Public Health Concerns
    2025/09/16
    Listeners, for today, September 16, 2025, the United States is monitoring several public health alerts and advisories. The Food and Drug Administration has just issued public health warnings after discovering that some imported cookware may leach lead, posing a risk to those who use these products for food preparation. The FDA has also expanded an alert on ground cinnamon products due to elevated lead levels and urges listeners to check their pantries and avoid any products affected by the recall, as exposure to lead, especially in children, can lead to long-term health issues.

    The CDC, through its MedWatch program, continues to report on medical device safety. Recent alerts include corrections and recalls for certain insulin pumps, ventilators, and continuous glucose monitor applications. Health professionals and consumers are encouraged to review any notices related to their devices for the latest safety information.

    Outbreak investigations remain active. The American Academy of Pediatrics highlights ongoing multistate outbreaks, including salmonella linked to frozen foods, pet geckos, and home delivery meals. Listeria outbreaks tied to supplemental shakes have also been under investigation. Pediatricians are advised to be on high alert for measles outbreaks, and there’s an ongoing warning regarding mpox, particularly in children with international travel history or exposure to affected individuals.

    According to KFF Health News and Biopharma Dive, this week’s most significant development is the upcoming meeting of the CDC’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices. The newly appointed panel, reorganized under Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., is considering major changes to vaccine recommendations. Of particular note is a potential vote to delay the hepatitis B vaccine from birth to age four. Medical groups, former CDC officials, and pediatricians are raising alarms that postponing this vaccine could expose more children to the risk of hepatitis B, a virus that can be transmitted in early childhood environments and not just through high-risk behaviors. The hepatitis B vaccine has virtually eradicated the disease in American children since its introduction at birth over 30 years ago. Also on the panel’s agenda are reviews and possible updates regarding the vaccines for measles, mumps, rubella, varicella, and COVID-19. Pediatricians are warning that restricting access to these vaccines could make children more vulnerable to preventable diseases at a time when outbreaks are reemerging.

    Meanwhile, the FDA reminds the public about a new dashboard for real-time adverse event reporting for cosmetic products, enhancing transparency so consumers can stay informed about product safety.

    Listeners should also be aware of ongoing concerns about highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1, which continues to impact wild birds and U.S. dairy cows, with multiple cases in agricultural workers reported this year.

    Finally, the FDA is hosting a number of public sessions this week, including on pediatric drug labeling and novel endpoints for rare disease treatment trials. These meetings signal continued efforts to improve drug and vaccine safety protocols even amid current policy controversies.

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  • Public Health Alert: West Nile Virus Surges, Multiple Disease Outbreaks Reported Across US States with Vaccine Concerns Emerging

    Public Health Alert: West Nile Virus Surges, Multiple Disease Outbreaks Reported Across US States with Vaccine Concerns Emerging
    2025/09/13
    Today, public health alerts in the United States include several developing issues that listeners should know about. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, West Nile virus cases are running 40 percent higher than usual, with more than 770 cases nationwide so far this year and most infections clustered in August and September. Health officials are urging the public to protect themselves from mosquito bites, especially in high-incidence areas.

    State health authorities from Iowa, Vermont, Missouri, Minnesota, Texas, and Wyoming are tracking various outbreaks, including a Legionnaires’ disease outbreak in Iowa’s Marshall County, which has been possibly linked to contaminated cooling towers and has resulted in at least one fatality. Vermont has confirmed its first human case of Jamestown Canyon virus, a mosquito-borne disease, and Missouri scientists are calling for Chagas disease, also known as “kissing bug disease,” to be classified as endemic after human cases were reported in multiple states and insects found in Missouri and Illinois. Additionally, health officials report that Oropouche virus, common in South and Central America, has been found in travelers returning to the United States from countries with active outbreaks, especially among those who visited Cuba and Florida. There is no vaccine currently available for Oropouche virus, and travelers are advised to consult healthcare providers if they develop symptoms such as high fever, headache, or muscle aches after travel.

    There are also concerns about the United States’ approach to vaccines. The American Medical Association is closely monitoring federal policies after the Department of Health and Human Services released the Make America Healthy Again Strategy Report, which calls for changes to childhood vaccine frameworks. This includes increased investigation of vaccine injuries and provider choice, as well as efforts to modernize vaccine schedules with transparency and best science. States are acting independently to guarantee vaccine access, particularly in anticipation of the fall flu season, and are urging the public to get vaccinated as measles outbreaks and related tragedies have recently occurred, including the death of a child in Los Angeles County from complications of measles contracted prior to vaccination eligibility. The AMA continues to advocate for robust immunization access to prevent the resurgence of vaccine-preventable diseases.

    Public confidence in federal vaccine policies is low, according to a Reuters/Ipsos survey, which finds only a quarter of Americans trust that current recommendations are based on science, particularly amid changes that exclude certain groups from COVID-19 vaccine recommendations. The loss of broad vaccine confidence could lead to increased risk and higher health costs, as noted in an editorial by The Washington Post.

    For older adults, rising fall deaths have been linked to certain prescription drugs, especially fall risk-increasing drugs; care providers advise regular medication reviews to reduce risks. Meanwhile, health insurance premiums are set for their largest increase in five years as drug costs and policy changes drive up expenses, according to The Washington Post.

    The Department of Health and Human Services is also increasing enforcement against information blocking in health care and prioritizing research into the use of artificial intelligence for disease management. Environmental health remains a focus, particularly with the scrutiny of PFAS, or "forever chemicals," in consumer products and their link to liver damage, as well as ongoing concerns about wildfire smoke residue in communities like Los Angeles.

    In policy news, federal lawmakers continue to negotiate extending Affordable Care Act subsidies and the future of telehealth coverage for Medicare, with key deadlines approaching that could impact millions of Americans. Listeners in Wyoming should note that the state stands to receive significant federal funds for rural healthcare improvements and public input is requested.

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  • US Health Alert West Nile Virus Surges Amid COVID Vaccine Access Changes and Measles Outbreak Concerns

    US Health Alert West Nile Virus Surges Amid COVID Vaccine Access Changes and Measles Outbreak Concerns
    2025/09/11
    Listeners, here is today’s public health update for the United States as of September 11th, 2025. Health officials are ramping up warnings about the growing spread of West Nile virus. According to the Associated Press, cases are running about 40 percent higher than usual for this time of year, with more than 770 cases reported so far, including nearly 500 severe cases. Most infections happen in late summer and early fall, so the risk remains elevated. Massachusetts and Colorado are seeing higher case counts, with Colorado reporting more than double the cases typically expected. To reduce risk, people should wear long-sleeved shirts and pants when outside and use EPA-registered insect repellent. West Nile virus is transmitted by mosquitoes, and while many infections are mild or symptomless, severe illness can cause brain or spinal cord inflammation and even death. As of now, CDC officials have not identified why infection rates are so high, but weather and bird infection rates could be factors.

    New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Connecticut are taking steps to keep COVID-19 vaccines widely accessible. KFF Health News reports these states are allowing residents to get vaccinated without a doctor’s prescription, expanding eligibility and easing access at pharmacies, especially for children as young as three in some places. At the federal level, there has been some confusion about guidance on COVID vaccines, but these measures ensure continued protection during respiratory virus season.

    Public attention is also on measles. This year, the CDC is tracking record-breaking numbers of measles cases and outbreaks despite high overall immunity. CDC guidance emphasizes immediate recognition and mitigation, especially in communities with low vaccine coverage. The CDC continues to recommend the MMR, or measles, mumps, and rubella vaccine, with particular focus on maintaining high immunization rates to prevent further outbreaks.

    There is ongoing debate and uncertainty about vaccine policy. According to advisory.com and TurnTo23, significant leadership changes at the CDC and new appointments to the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices are reigniting debate over school vaccine requirements, including for hepatitis B, chickenpox, and meningitis. The Committee is due to meet September 18th and 19th to discuss possible changes to recommendations for several vaccines, including COVID-19 and MMR.

    In other advisory news, AP has issued a warning about alternative Lyme disease testing and treatment. Experts urge people to avoid unproven diagnostic methods and treatments, which have proliferated due to complex symptoms of this tick-borne illness. Only federally-approved testing and treatment should be used.

    A hand soap and personal care product recall is expanding. The Hill reports that DermaRite Industries has broadened the recall to more than 30 products over concerns about contamination with Burkholderia cepacia complex, a bacterium that can cause life-threatening infections, especially in people with weakened immune systems. Listeners should check product labels and consult FDA announcements for recall details.

    For listeners affected by the 9/11 attacks, there are urgent concerns about the World Trade Center Health Program. Newsweek and ABC7NY highlight that this program, which serves over 140,000 survivors and first responders, is facing funding issues and could have to ration care or deny new enrollees by 2028 without additional Congressional support. Advocacy for swift legislative action is ongoing.

    Lastly, while not currently detected in the United States, international health agencies are monitoring a new Ebola outbreak in the Kasai region of the Democratic Republic of Congo, according to STAT News. There is no indication of threat to U.S. listeners, but CDC and global partners are actively tracking developments.

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