US Federal

Virginia Reports Confirmed Measles Case and Lists Exposure Sites

The Virginia Department of Health has confirmed a measles case in Northern Virginia and identified several public exposure sites. Residents who may have been exposed are advised to report their exposure, check their vaccination status, and monitor for symptoms.

Virginia Health Officials Announce Measles Case and Exposure

The Virginia Department of Health (VDH) has confirmed a measles case in a preschool-aged child and identified potential exposure sites in Northern Virginia and at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport. VDH is advising individuals who may have been exposed to report their exposure and check their vaccination status.

CDPHE RSV Immunization Reminders for Families

The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) is sending reminder texts and emails to approximately 24,000 families of infants under 8 months old regarding RSV immunizations. The messages encourage parents to schedule appointments for their children to receive the immunization, which offers immediate protection against RSV.

Avian Flu Response in Weld County Concluded

Colorado state health and agriculture officials have concluded their response to an avian flu detection at a commercial egg layer operation in Weld County. No human cases were identified, and precautionary health monitoring of workers yielded negative results. The incident response has been demobilized.

Raw Milk Outbreak Linked to Dairy Farm

The Florida Department of Health issued an update regarding a raw milk outbreak linked to Keely Farms Dairy, reporting 21 cases and 7 hospitalizations. The notice highlights the risks of consuming raw milk and the department's work with the farm to improve sanitation practices.

Florida Department of Health 2025 Public Health Accomplishments

The Florida Department of Health has highlighted its major public health accomplishments for 2025. Key initiatives included a statewide ban on community water fluoridation and the initiation of rulemaking to remove childhood immunization mandates, alongside expansions in telehealth maternity care and newborn screening programs.

Florida Infant Formula Testing Results Released

The Florida Department of Health announced the release of infant formula testing results, which found elevated levels of heavy metals like mercury in 16 out of 24 tested products. This initiative aims to provide transparency and accountability regarding products marketed to infants.

Florida Candy Testing Finds Arsenic in 28 Products

The Florida Department of Health released results from its Healthy Florida First initiative, finding arsenic in 28 out of 46 tested candy products. This initiative aims to increase transparency regarding food safety and product accountability for items marketed to children.

Florida Bread Testing Finds Glyphosate in 6 of 8 Products

The Florida Department of Health released results from its Healthy Florida First initiative, finding glyphosate in six out of eight tested bread products from national brands. The initiative aims to increase transparency and accountability for food products available to Florida families.

Public Health Alert: Warning Against 7-OH Products

Texas health officials have issued a warning against the use of products containing 7-hydroxymitragynine (7-OH), a chemical found in kratom. The alert highlights a significant increase in reported exposures and serious health issues linked to concentrated 7-OH products, urging the public to avoid them.