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Health Duncan

Two More Screwworm Cases Confirmed in Arizona

On November 4, Arizona officials reported screwworm infections affecting one horse and one ram near Duncan in Greenlee County, bringing the state’s total to four cases.

Health World

British Ebola patient evacuated from Congo to London

A British man being treated for Ebola in Congo is being evacuated to the UK, the government said on November 5. He is expected to receive care at the Royal Free Hospital in London.

Health Jefferson County

Pennsylvania Confirms Sixth Measles-Associated Death

Pennsylvania health officials confirmed on November 4 that an unvaccinated Jefferson County resident died in connection with the state’s measles outbreak. The state has recorded 1,467 cases this year and is investigating a separately reported death in Franklin County.

Health U.S.

Hailey Bieber Describes Struggle With PMDD After Son’s Birth

On November 3, Hailey Bieber discussed experiencing premenstrual dysphoric disorder after giving birth to her son in August 2024, saying that talking about it has helped her feel less alone.

Health Cochise County

Second Screwworm Case Prompts Arizona Animal Warning

Arizona officials confirmed a New World screwworm infection in a horse near Hereford, Cochise County, and imposed movement restrictions around the property. The case was announced on November 2, less than a week after the state’s first case.

Health Chicago

Shedd Details Health Problems in Two Rescued Belugas

On November 2, Chicago’s Shedd Aquarium released necropsy findings for Osiris and Caspian, two belugas rescued from Canada who died after arriving at the aquarium. The examinations found signs of long-term nutritional deficiencies and organ damage.

Health U.S.

Christina Applegate Faces New Testing After MS Misdiagnosis

On November 3, Christina Applegate said on her podcast that she is frustrated and undergoing tests to find the cause of her symptoms after learning she was misdiagnosed with MS.

Health World

Twice-Yearly HIV Prevention Drug Remains Scarce in Uganda

On November 3, access to long-acting HIV-prevention drug lenacapavir remained limited in Mbarara, Uganda, despite high demand. A tentatively approved generic could expand supplies to 120 low-income countries.

Health New York City

Runner Rachel Apa Dies After Collapsing Near NYC Marathon Finish

Rachel Apa, 24, died after collapsing near Mile 24 of the New York City Marathon in Central Park on November 1. Her father said doctors attributed her death to rhabdomyolysis.

Health U.S.

Florida Dengue Cases Reach 485 in Decades-High Outbreak

Florida has confirmed 485 locally acquired dengue cases this year, with about 95% in the Tampa Bay area. State officials recorded 60 new infections from October 18 to 24, as the outbreak continued on November 2.

Health Lewis County

Child’s Measles Death Is New York’s First in 30 Years

A young person from Lewis County died after becoming ill with measles, New York officials said on November 2. It marks the state’s first fatality linked to measles in over three decades, amid a statewide outbreak.

Health U.S.

Flu Activity Rises Early in Southern and Western States

Flu activity is increasing in parts of the United States, especially the West and South, during an unusually early season. On November 2, CDC estimates included at least 1 million cases, 16,000 hospitalizations and 900 deaths.