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The US may change its approach to COVID vaccinations: the updated vaccine will be offered only to risk groups

The CDC is considering recommending the updated COVID vaccine only to risk groups, which may affect sales of Pfizer and Moderna vaccines. A final decision is expected in June.

News of the World • April 16, 03:10 PM • 10482 views

Diabetes in pregnant women may increase the risk of autism in children - study

Diabetes in pregnant women increases the risk of brain development disorders in children by 28%, including autism and ADHD. The risk is higher with diabetes before pregnancy.

Health • April 8, 08:34 AM • 10174 views

An outbreak of avian influenza has been recorded in Mariupol: about 700 chickens infected

An outbreak of avian influenza has been recorded in occupied Mariupol, the virus was detected in chickens from the private sector. According to the occupation authorities, about 700 chickens are infected.

Society • April 2, 04:04 PM • 16411 views

Trump imposes new tariffs on imports from Mexico, Canada and China over drugs

The United States is imposing additional duties on imports from Mexico, Canada (25%) and China (10%) due to the fentanyl problem. The new tariffs will take effect on March 4 amid a crisis that claimed more than 72,000 lives in 2023.

News of the World • February 27, 11:08 PM • 29378 views

A child dies of measles in the United States for the first time in 10 years

In West Texas, an unvaccinated child died of measles, the first fatal case in the United States in a decade. The outbreak has spread to two states, infecting more than 130 people, mostly children.

News of the World • February 26, 08:02 PM • 32978 views

Vaccination reduces risk of long-term Covid in children and does not cause sudden death - report

Vaccination reduces the risk of long-term COVID in children by 57-73%. The study also refutes the link between vaccines and sudden cardiac death in young athletes.

Health • February 25, 09:03 AM • 27771 views

Musk demands that US government employees report on their work under threat of dismissal

Employees of US federal agencies have to report on 5 main tasks for the past week by February 24. Failure to comply may be considered a voluntary resignation, although the legality of such a decision is questionable.

News of the World • February 23, 10:04 AM • 24538 views

H5N1 avian influenza can spread between animals and humans without obvious signs - study

The CDC has identified cases of H5N1 infection in three veterinarians who worked with cows. The study shows that the virus can spread asymptomatically, bypassing surveillance systems.

Health • February 14, 10:12 AM • 25010 views

Pre-vaccination is planned in Ukraine to avoid infection outbreaks: Ministry of Health has named the deadlines

Additional rounds of vaccination will be held in Ukraine due to insufficient vaccination coverage. The Anticipation Center will organize mobile vaccination teams for remote communities in the coming months.

Society • February 11, 09:17 AM • 27388 views

WHO head calls on world leaders to put pressure on Washington over Trump's decision to withdraw from the agency

Tedros Ghebreyesus called on WHO member states to put pressure on Washington to reverse the decision to leave the organization. The United States plans to officially leave the WHO on January 22, 2026.

Health • February 3, 02:12 PM • 30820 views

CDC withdraws research papers due to Trump's new gender policy directive

The US Center for Disease Control has ordered the withdrawal of all scientific papers for review in accordance with Trump's decree to recognize only two articles. Experts and editors of scientific journals criticize this decision as unconstitutional.

Health • February 3, 07:43 AM • 31398 views

One case of metapneumovirus has been recorded in Kyiv: what you need to know about HMPV

One laboratory-confirmed case of human metapneumovirus has been recorded in the capital. The incidence of HMPV is lower than in previous years. A total of 14 cases have been detected in Ukraine since the beginning of the epidemic season.

Kyiv • January 9, 10:25 AM • 48945 views

Metapneumovirus in Ukraine: Public Health Center assured that the situation is under control

The Center for Public Health reports that the situation with metapneumovirus in Ukraine is under control. There have been 13 cases of the disease, which is milder than the flu and rarely causes complications.

Society • January 6, 11:18 AM • 25302 views

China records outbreak of metapneumovirus-related diseases: hospitals are overcrowded with children

China has recorded a significant outbreak of metapneumovirus, which causes symptoms similar to influenza and COVID-19. The virus mainly affects children under 14, causing a high rate of hospitalizations.

Health • January 5, 08:43 AM • 35467 views

China responds to WHO that it shared information on COVID “without holding anything back”

The WHO has called on China to provide more data on the origin of COVID-19. Beijing denies the accusations and claims that it shared all the information “without concealment.

COVID-19 • December 31, 12:18 PM • 23251 views

Will bird flu become a new pandemic? CDC monitors “red flags”

The CDC reports alarming mutations in the avian influenza virus after the first severe case in the United States. A total of 65 cases have been reported in 10 states, including 37 in California.

Health • December 31, 08:28 AM • 24621 views

Avian influenza virus likely mutated in US patient - CDC

The CDC has reported a possible mutation in the avian influenza virus in the first seriously ill patient in the United States. The virus has changed to better bind to human airway receptors, but the risk to the public remains low.

Health • December 28, 09:57 AM • 20347 views

First human case of avian influenza reported in Los Angeles

The first case of human infection with H5 avian influenza after contact with sick livestock has been detected in Los Angeles County. The patient has mild symptoms and is recovering at home after being treated with antiviral drugs.

Society • December 24, 06:27 AM • 17204 views

Trump chose a critic of quarantine due to Covid for the post of head of the main US health agency

Donald Trump has elected Jay Bhattacharia, a well-known skeptic of quarantine measures, as NIH Director. Bhattacharya is the author of the controversial Great Barrington declaration offering an alternative to lockdown.

News of the World • November 27, 07:39 AM • 14635 views

Massive recall of organic carrots in the US due to dangerous E. coli

Grimmway Farms recalls organic carrots due to E. coli contamination in 18 US states. There have been 39 cases of the disease, 15 hospitalizations and one death.

Health • November 18, 06:44 AM • 17199 views

The first case of human infection with a new strain of monkeypox was recorded in the United States

The first case of clade I monkeypox infection was reported in California after a patient returned from East Africa. The patient has been treated and is in self-isolation at home, and the CDC is monitoring his contacts.

News of the World • November 17, 02:47 AM • 23538 views

Ukraine has received 270 thousand doses of tetanus and diphtheria vaccine: what you should know

UNICEF has delivered 270,000 doses of tetanus and diphtheria vaccine to Ukraine, purchased by the French government. Distribution of the vaccine among the regions has begun and will be completed in November.

Society • November 5, 12:55 PM • 16537 views

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Public Health Center explains whether there is a risk of Marburg virus epidemic in Ukraine

Epidemic security experts estimate the risks of a Marburg epidemic in Ukraine to be low. No cases of this disease have ever been registered in the country, and there are no conditions for complicating the situation.

Society • November 4, 11:31 AM • 159789 views

Shares of McDonald's have fallen by 9% amid E. coli outbreak in the US

The U. S. Centers for Disease Control is investigating an E. coli outbreak linked to Quarter Pounder hamburgers. 49 cases and 1 death have been reported. McDonald's temporarily removed the burgers from the menu in the affected regions.

Economy • October 23, 09:59 AM • 16017 views

Two cases of West Nile fever detected in Khmelnytsky region

Two laboratory-confirmed cases of West Nile fever have been reported in Khmelnytsky Oblast. The patients - a 55-year-old man and a 21-year-old girl - sought help on August 31 and are currently undergoing inpatient treatment.

Society • September 19, 10:29 AM • 19344 views

In just one week, 6 cases of Lyme disease were recorded in Zaporizhzhia

From 26. 07 to 02.08.2024, 6 cases of Lyme disease were registered in Zaporizhzhia. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention warns about the season of tick activity and urges to be careful outdoors.

Society • August 7, 12:02 PM • 15618 views

U.S. President Joe Biden falls ill with COVID-19

Joe Biden tested positive for COVID-19 after an event in Las Vegas. The US President has been vaccinated, has mild symptoms, and is self-isolating at home in Delaware, continuing to perform his duties.

Politics • July 17, 10:34 PM • 103498 views

More than 13% of water samples from bathing places on rivers and reservoirs do not meet sanitary standards - Kuzin

As of the end of June, more than 13% of 490 samples of water from surface water bodies in Ukraine did not meet sanitary standards due to exceeding levels of E. coli, which creates risks of intestinal infections, urinary tract inflammation, and potentially life-threatening conditions such as hemolytic uremic syndrome.

Society • July 1, 05:33 PM • 20852 views

An outbreak of acute intestinal infection occurs in Kyiv: all patients are children

An outbreak of acute intestinal infection was detected in 14 children who arrived at a hotel in Kyiv, which led to an investigation and a temporary suspension of food production at the suspected facility.

Kyiv • June 17, 05:10 PM • 51117 views

Kyiv steps up food safety controls amid salmonella outbreaks

Kyiv is stepping up food safety controls due to an increase in the number of salmonellosis cases and the risk of food spoilage due to high temperatures and power outages.

Kyiv • June 16, 01:47 PM • 59685 views

Anniversary of "Ramstein": challenges and transformations that the format has undergone

Five incredible long-awaited premieres of May: what to watch

General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine refuted Russian claims about the end of fighting in the Kursk region: the operation continues

"We hope for a result from all the things that were said": Zelenskyy called the meeting with Trump "good"

Day of the Chornobyl Tragedy: All About the Environmental Disaster

Meetings may take place in the coming days that should bring silence closer to Ukraine - Zelensky

Delayed by at least three weeks: Trump says Ukraine has not signed a mineral agreement

Departure of Ukrainians abroad: sociologist talks about new trends

Ukraine has not received official signals from the US about their withdrawal from the peace process - Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Salaries will grow by 3-4% annually in 2025-2027 - NBU forecast

Zhytomyr region under drone attack: houses damaged, police officers injured

India and Pakistan: Shooting continues on the line of control for the third night in a row

Pope Francis' tomb opened to visitors for the first time: details

Explosion in Iranian port: at least 25 dead, 800 injured

Duda on Zelenskyy and Trump's meeting: the most important thing is the interests of Poland and the Poles

Day of the Chornobyl Tragedy: All About the Environmental Disaster Exclusive

Funeral of Pope Francis: who will attend the ceremony and how the mass will be held

Seeing off 2025: how to commemorate the dead and what are the safety measures this year

“Trakhtibidokh”, forensics and analytics since 2018: a master class in reforming the pharmaceutical market from the National Academy of Legal Sciences of Ukraine

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