Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is reportedly planning to dismiss members of the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force, alarming medical experts and organizations about the potential risks to preventive healthcare standards.
Philadelphia health officials have detected West Nile virus in mosquitoes near Pennypack Park, urging residents to take precautions against the disease. Symptoms to watch for include neurological issues, and medical providers have been alerted to test patients as the health department expects more positive cases.
A measles outbreak in North Dakota has led to nine confirmed cases in Williams County. Health officials urge vaccinations and caution for those exposed at local schools and Walmart.
