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UN Women says 1 million women and girls lost aid access after funding cuts
UN Women says at least 1 million women and girls have lost access to humanitarian or essential services over the past 18 months after global aid cuts, based on a survey of 855 organizations in 52 crisis-affected countries.
One million women lost access to humanitarian support in past 18 months, UN report says
UN Women says at least 1 million women and girls lost access to humanitarian and other critical support over 18 months as funding cuts hit women-led crisis groups in 52 countries.
Michigan cyclosporiasis outbreak tops 1,500 cases, health department says
Michigan’s cyclosporiasis outbreak has reached 1,562 reported cases and 44 hospitalizations, according to MDHHS, which says investigators still have not identified the source.
Over half the cooling towers in NYC Legionnaires' outbreak area issued violations in recent months
Records reviewed by the New York Post show 59% of cooling towers in the Upper East Side outbreak zone received violations over the past year, underscoring compliance problems as the city investigates the source of a Legionnaires' cluster.
Spain confirms first human West Nile fever case of the summer in Alicante
Spain has confirmed its first human West Nile fever case of the summer in Alicante. The patient, a 53-year-old man, was diagnosed on July 1 and has been discharged, while infected mosquitoes were also detected in Seville and Almeria.
H5 bird flu detected in a native Australian seabird for the first time
Australia has confirmed H5 bird flu in a native greater crested tern found dead at Robe Marina, the first detection in a resident Australian seabird. Authorities say there is no evidence of poultry spread or mass bird deaths, while coastal surveillance is being stepped up.
Deadly H5 bird flu detected in a native Australian seabird for the first time
Australian authorities have confirmed H5 bird flu in a greater crested tern on South Australia’s Limestone Coast, the first known detection in a native Australian seabird. Officials say the risk to people remains low and there is still no evidence of spread to poultry.
First local H5 bird flu case confirmed in South Australian seabird
Australia has recorded its first H5 bird flu detection in a local seabird, a greater crested tern found at Robe on South Australia’s Limestone Coast. Officials say the result is concerning but not unexpected, and wildlife surveillance is being expanded to check for further spread.
South Australia confirms H5 bird flu in a native seabird for the first time
South Australia has confirmed H5 bird flu in a native seabird for the first time, after a greater crested tern from Robe Marina tested positive. Two additional wild bird cases were also reported, including giant petrels on Kangaroo Island and near Port Vincent.
AstraZeneca and Ionis shares fall after Wainua misses heart-disease trial endpoint
AstraZeneca said Wainua failed a Phase 3 cardiomyopathy trial, sending AstraZeneca and Ionis shares lower and clouding expansion plans for the partnered drug.
CDC investigates multi-state Cyclospora outbreak as Michigan cases top 1,200
The CDC is investigating a fast-moving multi-state Cyclospora outbreak, with Michigan reporting the largest cluster and the source still unidentified.
Legionnaires' disease outbreak in New York City's Upper East Side grows to at least 28 cases
New York City health officials say the Upper East Side Legionnaires' outbreak has grown to at least 28 cases, with contaminated cooling towers the likely source. Inspectors are testing and disinfecting buildings while urging residents with flu-like symptoms to seek medical care.
Taco Bell locations pull ingredients off menu amid cyclosporiasis surge
Some Taco Bell locations, including in Metro Detroit, are temporarily withholding fresh ingredients such as lettuce, pico de gallo, guacamole and cilantro onion amid a widening cyclosporiasis outbreak. Michigan has reported 992 cases and Ohio more than 500, while officials say the source has not yet been identified.
Taco Bell locations pull ingredients amid cyclosporiasis outbreak
Some Taco Bell locations in Metro Detroit have stopped serving lettuce, cilantro onion, pico de gallo and guacamole while health officials investigate a large cyclosporiasis outbreak in Michigan, Ohio and other states.
AstraZeneca and Ionis Stocks Sink on Wainua Trial Miss, but Analysts See an Overreaction
AstraZeneca and Ionis shares fell after Wainua missed its phase 3 heart-disease trial target, but analysts said the selloff may overstate the damage because the drug still has an approved indication.
Cyclosporiasis in Houston: Latest numbers for illness that causes 'explosive diarrhea'
Houston health officials reported more than 30 cyclosporiasis cases this summer, including 16 in the city and 18 more in Harris County. State investigators say they have not identified a common source, while Texas has reported at least 48 cases matching the CDC outbreak definition since May 1.
AstraZeneca, Ionis stocks tumble after heart drug fails key trial
AstraZeneca and Ionis said Wainua failed its primary endpoint in a Phase 3 trial in ATTR-CM, sending both stocks sharply lower. The companies will keep analyzing the data and plan to present results at a cardiology meeting in August.
ECDC Vibrio viewer highlights elevated summer risk at parts of UK and European coasts
The ECDC’s Vibrio Viewer is flagging elevated summer suitability for Vibrio growth across parts of Europe’s coastal waters, including areas near the UK, France and the Netherlands. Officials say the map is an environmental model, not a disease-risk forecast, but it highlights where warm, brackish seas and low salinity can raise concern for wound infections and contaminated shellfish.
Torrent Pharma recalls select batches of Semalix injection
Torrent Pharmaceuticals said it is voluntarily recalling select batches of its Semalix injection disposable pens as a precaution after a Dr. Reddy's notice tied to semaglutide batch quality issues.
Ebola death toll in Congo reaches 600 as cases spread to new provinces
DR Congo’s Ebola outbreak has reached 600 deaths and 1,759 confirmed cases, with suspected spread into Tshopo and Haut-Uele provinces, including two suspected cases in Kisangani.
AstraZeneca Shares Slide After Wainua Misses Target in Heart Disease Trial
AstraZeneca shares fell after Wainua failed to meet its primary goal in a Phase 3 ATTR-CM trial, a setback for the drug’s expansion into heart disease. The company said it will review the data with regulators, while Wainua remains approved for hereditary transthyretin amyloidosis-related polyneuropathy.
Colorado confirms 90 cyclosporiasis cases statewide
Colorado public health officials have confirmed 90 cyclosporiasis cases statewide. Most are linked to international travel, and investigators have not identified a common in-state source or outbreak cluster.
AstraZeneca shares fall after Wainua misses late-stage heart trial target
AstraZeneca said Wainua failed to meet its primary endpoint in a phase 3 trial for transthyretin-mediated amyloid cardiomyopathy, sending shares down about 9% and clouding the drug's expansion prospects.
What to know about the Legionnaires' disease outbreak in NYC
New York City health officials are investigating a Legionnaires' disease cluster on Manhattan's Upper East Side, centered on Carnegie Hill and Yorkville. The city said 36 cases and 22 hospitalizations had been confirmed, with no deaths reported, and investigators are testing and disinfecting cooling towers.