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Salmonella poisoning linked to pistachio cream sickens 4 in Minnesota and New Jersey

Read full article: Salmonella poisoning linked to pistachio cream sickens 4 in Minnesota and New Jersey

Four people have been sickened in two states by salmonella poisoning linked to pistachio cream, a nut butter spread.

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CDC issues travel warning due to rise in measles cases

Read full article: CDC issues travel warning due to rise in measles cases

The CDC recently issued a travel warning for Americans as measles cases continue to rise around the world.

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Measles is very contagious. Here's how to avoid it

Read full article: Measles is very contagious. Here's how to avoid it

A person attended a Shakira concert at the MetLife Stadium in New Jersey while infectious with measles.

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FDA recalls whole cucumbers linked to Salmonella outbreak

Read full article: FDA recalls whole cucumbers linked to Salmonella outbreak

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has announced a recall of whole cucumbers linked to a multistate outbreak of Salmonella infections.

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Animal sedative medetomidine is showing up in the US illegal drug supply, CDC says

Read full article: Animal sedative medetomidine is showing up in the US illegal drug supply, CDC says

Three new health reports detail growing concern about an animal sedative that’s showing up in the nation's illegal drug supply.

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Medical professional speaks on keeping your family safe during measles outbreak

Read full article: Medical professional speaks on keeping your family safe during measles outbreak

A potential measles outbreak was detected in the Washington Dulles International Airport in Northern Virginia, sparking concern that the disease could begin spreading in the Virginia Commonwealth.

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Bird flu found in a Georgia commercial flock for the 1st time amid the nationwide outbreak

Read full article: Bird flu found in a Georgia commercial flock for the 1st time amid the nationwide outbreak

Bird flu has been detected in a Georgia commercial poultry flock for the first time since a countrywide outbreak in 2022.

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Listeria outbreak tied to Yu Shang Food leaves California infant dead and 10 people sick

Read full article: Listeria outbreak tied to Yu Shang Food leaves California infant dead and 10 people sick

U.S. health officials said a California infant has died and at least 10 other people have been sickened in an outbreak of listeria food poisoning tied to ready-to-eat meat and poultry products that include chicken feet, duck neck and pork hock, feet and tongue.

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CDC Confirms first case of bird flu in child

Read full article: CDC Confirms first case of bird flu in child

Today, the CDC confirmed the first case of bird flu seen in a child.

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STD epidemic slows as new syphilis and gonorrhea cases fall in US

Read full article: STD epidemic slows as new syphilis and gonorrhea cases fall in US

There's some good news about sexually-transmitted diseases in newly released U.S. health data.

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Seniors encouraged to get vaccinated for Flu, COVID, RSV this fall

Read full article: Seniors encouraged to get vaccinated for Flu, COVID, RSV this fall

It is always important to get vaccinated before flu season starts, but its extra important for seniors to get flu, COVID and RSV vaccines.

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The first 100,000 doses of mpox vaccine reach Congo. But it's a fraction of what is needed

Read full article: The first 100,000 doses of mpox vaccine reach Congo. But it's a fraction of what is needed

Authorities in Congo say the first batch of mpox vaccine has arrived in Congo’s capital, three weeks after the World Health Organization declared mpox outbreaks in 12 African countries a global emergency.

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Death toll increases to nine in listeria outbreak linked to Boar’s Head Deli meats

Read full article: Death toll increases to nine in listeria outbreak linked to Boar’s Head Deli meats

The CDC released a statement on Wednesday once again reminding the public to avoid deli meats and products that have been recalled.

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Africa has almost 4,000 new mpox cases in a week, but the wait for vaccines continues

Read full article: Africa has almost 4,000 new mpox cases in a week, but the wait for vaccines continues

Africa's public health body is seeing a rapid increase in mpox cases, with almost 4,000 reported on the continent in the last week.

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Healthwatch: New report shows drowning deaths are on the rise

Read full article: Healthwatch: New report shows drowning deaths are on the rise

A new report released Wednesday from the CDC shows alarming statistics that drowning deaths are on the rise all across the United States.

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Healthwatch: Doctors weigh in on sleep aid products, and if they really work

Read full article: Healthwatch: Doctors weigh in on sleep aid products, and if they really work

There are all kinds of products that claim to help you sleep, like essential oils, sound machines and melatonin. But, do any of them actually work? Doctors weigh in.

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Healthwatch: Warnings about ‘vampire facials’

Read full article: Healthwatch: Warnings about ‘vampire facials’

The CDC has issued a warning about a cosmetic procedure called a “vampire facial.”

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NWS, CDC collaborate on HeatRisk tool to provide health guidance

Read full article: NWS, CDC collaborate on HeatRisk tool to provide health guidance

HeatRisk provides context for heat, taking into account cumulative impacts on those most susceptible.

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Healthwatch: How to lessen your exposure to forever chemicals

Read full article: Healthwatch: How to lessen your exposure to forever chemicals

It’s being called a “huge breakthrough” by environmentalists, helping to protect human health.

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Healthwatch: Hidden cancer dangers

Read full article: Healthwatch: Hidden cancer dangers

It’s often recognized as a smoker’s disease, but the CDC says up to 40,000 lung cancers each year are diagnosed in people who have never smoked.

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US measles cases are up in 2024. What's driving the increase?

Read full article: US measles cases are up in 2024. What's driving the increase?

There have been 17 times as many U.S. measles cases in the first three months of this year compared with the average number seen in the first three months of the previous three years.

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Healthwatch: Social barriers to breast cancer screening

Read full article: Healthwatch: Social barriers to breast cancer screening

Cost and access to care are not the only barriers women face in getting lifesaving mammograms — that’s according to a new study by the CDC.

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UVA Health, wildlife experts warn of possible bird flu ‘pandemic’

Read full article: UVA Health, wildlife experts warn of possible bird flu ‘pandemic’

Doctors at UVA and wildlife experts are warning about a possible pandemic due to the spread of bird flu.

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Avoiding binge drinking during March Madness

Read full article: Avoiding binge drinking during March Madness

Studies have shown major sporting events, like March Madness, are prime time for binge drinking.

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Healthwatch: CDC updates COVID-19 guidelines

Read full article: Healthwatch: CDC updates COVID-19 guidelines

We’re entering a new era of COVID-19 with the CDC officially dropping their five-day isolation guidelines.

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Healthwatch: Teen drinking and mental health

Read full article: Healthwatch: Teen drinking and mental health

Health experts now say improvements to teenagers’ mental health could result in less substance abuse.

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Cases of COVID-19, flu cases remain high after holiday surge

Read full article: Cases of COVID-19, flu cases remain high after holiday surge

With the new year came a high number of cases of respiratory illnesses. According to the CDC, in the week ending on Dec. 30, there were more than 1,000 new hospitalizations due to COVID-19.

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Lung Cancer Awareness Month: Nurses encourage low-dosage cancer screenings

Read full article: Lung Cancer Awareness Month: Nurses encourage low-dosage cancer screenings

November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month, and LewisGale leaders are spreading awareness about getting low-dosage cancer screenings that can help patients learn if they have lung cancer.

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Virginia sees highest number of syphilis cases in more than three decades

Read full article: Virginia sees highest number of syphilis cases in more than three decades

The Commonwealth is seeing the highest number of syphilis cases reported in more than three decades, according to the Virginia Dept. of Health.

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Amid U.S. malaria cases, Virginia health leaders say they’re monitoring

Read full article: Amid U.S. malaria cases, Virginia health leaders say they’re monitoring

The CDC is issuing a warning after identifying two mosquito-transmitted malaria cases in Florida and Texas.

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Virginia sees 149 new coronavirus cases Tuesday, 1,390 new cases in the last week

Read full article: Virginia sees 149 new coronavirus cases Tuesday, 1,390 new cases in the last week

As of Tuesday, Virginia is reporting 2,312,236 cases of the coronavirus across the Commonwealth since March 2020.

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Virginia sees 193 new coronavirus cases Tuesday, 1,441 new cases in the last week

Read full article: Virginia sees 193 new coronavirus cases Tuesday, 1,441 new cases in the last week

As of Tuesday, Virginia is reporting 2,310,846 cases of the coronavirus across the Commonwealth since March 2020.

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Mental health resources, how to help someone at risk of suicide

Read full article: Mental health resources, how to help someone at risk of suicide

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and we want you to know you’re not alone.

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US approves 1st vaccine for RSV after decades of attempts

Read full article: US approves 1st vaccine for RSV after decades of attempts

The U.S. has approved the first vaccine for RSV, shots to protect older adults.

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Virginia sees 242 new coronavirus cases Tuesday, 1,398 new cases in the last week

Read full article: Virginia sees 242 new coronavirus cases Tuesday, 1,398 new cases in the last week

As of Tuesday, Virginia is reporting 2,309,405 cases of the coronavirus across the Commonwealth since March 2020.

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Virginia sees 247 new coronavirus cases Tuesday, 1,499 new cases in the last week

Read full article: Virginia sees 247 new coronavirus cases Tuesday, 1,499 new cases in the last week

As of Tuesday, Virginia is reporting 2,308,007 cases of the coronavirus across the Commonwealth since March 2020.

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Virginia sees 337 new coronavirus cases Tuesday, 1,773 new cases in the last week

Read full article: Virginia sees 337 new coronavirus cases Tuesday, 1,773 new cases in the last week

As of Tuesday, Virginia is reporting 2,306,508 cases of the coronavirus across the Commonwealth since March 2020.

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Extra COVID-19 booster now open to some high-risk Americans

Read full article: Extra COVID-19 booster now open to some high-risk Americans

Older Americans and people with weak immune systems can get an extra COVID-19 booster dose this spring.

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Virginia sees 309 new coronavirus cases Tuesday, 2,139 new cases in the last week

Read full article: Virginia sees 309 new coronavirus cases Tuesday, 2,139 new cases in the last week

As of Tuesday, Virginia is reporting 2,304,735 cases of the coronavirus across the Commonwealth since March 2020.

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STDs are on the rise. This morning-after-style pill may help

Read full article: STDs are on the rise. This morning-after-style pill may help

New data details the nation’s worsening tide of sexually transmitted infections, but health officials are hoping an old drug will help the fight.

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Virginia sees 378 new coronavirus cases Tuesday, 2,428 new cases in the last week

Read full article: Virginia sees 378 new coronavirus cases Tuesday, 2,428 new cases in the last week

As of Tuesday, Virginia is reporting 2,302,596 cases of the coronavirus across the Commonwealth since March 2020.

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Gun injuries in US surged during pandemic, CDC study shows

Read full article: Gun injuries in US surged during pandemic, CDC study shows

For every American killed by gunfire, an estimated two or more more survive, often with terrible injuries.

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Virginia sees 392 new coronavirus cases Tuesday, 2,762 new cases in the last week

Read full article: Virginia sees 392 new coronavirus cases Tuesday, 2,762 new cases in the last week

As of Tuesday, Virginia is reporting 2,300,168 cases of the coronavirus across the Commonwealth since March 2020.

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Fear to conversation: How organizations are working to shatter stigma on sexual health

Read full article: Fear to conversation: How organizations are working to shatter stigma on sexual health

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported 2.5 million cases of STDs in 2021. Health experts continue their focus on outreach in both metropolitan and rural areas.

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Virginia sees 410 new coronavirus cases Tuesday, 2,738 new cases in the last week

Read full article: Virginia sees 410 new coronavirus cases Tuesday, 2,738 new cases in the last week

As of Tuesday, Virginia is reporting 2,297,406 cases of the coronavirus across the Commonwealth since March 2020.

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Superbug fungus cases rose dramatically during pandemic

Read full article: Superbug fungus cases rose dramatically during pandemic

U.S. cases of a dangerous fungus tripled over just three years, and more than half of states have now reported it.

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Virginia sees 323 new coronavirus cases Tuesday, 2,717 new cases in the last week

Read full article: Virginia sees 323 new coronavirus cases Tuesday, 2,717 new cases in the last week

As of Tuesday, Virginia is reporting 2,294,668 cases of the coronavirus across the Commonwealth since March 2020.

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Virginia sees 587 new coronavirus cases Tuesday, 4,511 new cases in the last week

Read full article: Virginia sees 587 new coronavirus cases Tuesday, 4,511 new cases in the last week

As of Tuesday, Virginia is reporting 2,291,951 cases of the coronavirus across the Commonwealth since March 2020.

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Virginia sees 745 new coronavirus cases Tuesday, 5,234 new cases in the last week

Read full article: Virginia sees 745 new coronavirus cases Tuesday, 5,234 new cases in the last week

As of Tuesday, Virginia is reporting 2,287,440 cases of the coronavirus across the Commonwealth since March 2020.

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Virginia sees 613 new coronavirus cases Tuesday, 5,850 new cases in the last week

Read full article: Virginia sees 613 new coronavirus cases Tuesday, 5,850 new cases in the last week

As of Tuesday, Virginia is reporting 2,282,206 cases of the coronavirus across the Commonwealth since March 2020.

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Virginia sees 992 new coronavirus cases Tuesday, 7,350 new cases in the last week

Read full article: Virginia sees 992 new coronavirus cases Tuesday, 7,350 new cases in the last week

As of Tuesday, Virginia is reporting 2,276,356 cases of the coronavirus across the Commonwealth since March 2020.

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Virginia sees 1,216 new coronavirus cases Tuesday, 8,210 new cases in the last week

Read full article: Virginia sees 1,216 new coronavirus cases Tuesday, 8,210 new cases in the last week

As of Tuesday, Virginia is reporting 2,269,006 cases of the coronavirus across the Commonwealth since March 2020.

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Virginia sees 1,304 new coronavirus cases Tuesday, 9,754 new cases in the last week

Read full article: Virginia sees 1,304 new coronavirus cases Tuesday, 9,754 new cases in the last week

As of Tuesday, Virginia is reporting 2,260,796 cases of the coronavirus across the Commonwealth since March 2020.

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Virginia sees 1,589 new coronavirus cases Tuesday, 10,611 new cases in the last week

Read full article: Virginia sees 1,589 new coronavirus cases Tuesday, 10,611 new cases in the last week

As of Tuesday, Virginia is reporting 2,251,042 cases of the coronavirus across the Commonwealth since March 2020.

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January recognized as Cervical Cancer Awareness Month

Read full article: January recognized as Cervical Cancer Awareness Month

Doctors use the month to talk about the importance of getting a pap smear and getting vaccinate against HPV.

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US kindergarten vaccination rate dropped again, data shows

Read full article: US kindergarten vaccination rate dropped again, data shows

Vaccination rates for U.S. kindergarteners are down again, and federal officials are launching a new campaign to try to bring them up.

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Virginia sees 2,135 new coronavirus cases Tuesday, 16,009 new cases in the last week

Read full article: Virginia sees 2,135 new coronavirus cases Tuesday, 16,009 new cases in the last week

As of Tuesday, Virginia is reporting 2,229,877 cases of the coronavirus across the Commonwealth since March 2020.

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As COVID surges in China, US begins testing more travelers

Read full article: As COVID surges in China, US begins testing more travelers

As COVID-19 surges in China, the U.S. is expanding its traveler surveillance program, an early warning system for detecting new variants.

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Consumer Reports: How to safely heat your home this winter

Read full article: Consumer Reports: How to safely heat your home this winter

With colder weather here, we’re working for you to share some safer heating alternatives.

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Final tally: Nearly 107,000 US overdose deaths last year

Read full article: Final tally: Nearly 107,000 US overdose deaths last year

Nearly 107,000 Americans died of drug overdoses last year.

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Flu season ramps up ahead of holidays

Read full article: Flu season ramps up ahead of holidays

Schools in our region have been impacted already, and others have closed because of many student and staff illnesses.

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Gov. Youngkin: Decision to vaccinate children against COVID-19 up to the parents

Read full article: Gov. Youngkin: Decision to vaccinate children against COVID-19 up to the parents

Governor Youngkin is responding to a new recommendation for COVID-19 vaccines.

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CDC, WHO, Uganda to host regional meeting as Ebola spreads

Read full article: CDC, WHO, Uganda to host regional meeting as Ebola spreads

The Africa Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says Uganda next week will host a ministerial meeting on the outbreak of the Sudan strain of the Ebola virus which has no proven vaccine and has caused alarm in the East Africa region.

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Study tries to see if child vaccines and asthma are linked

Read full article: Study tries to see if child vaccines and asthma are linked

A federally funded study has found a possible link between aluminum in some childhood vaccines and persistent asthma, but experts say the study has several shortcomings.

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VDH expands monkeypox vaccine eligibility, aligns with CDC criteria

Read full article: VDH expands monkeypox vaccine eligibility, aligns with CDC criteria

The monkeypox vaccine will now be offered to more people in Virginia.

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WHO again considers declaring monkeypox a global emergency

Read full article: WHO again considers declaring monkeypox a global emergency

The World Health Organization is convening its emergency committee to consider for the second time within weeks whether the expanding outbreak of monkeypox should be declared a global crisis.

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Debunking monkeypox misinformation: What it is, what it’s not

Read full article: Debunking monkeypox misinformation: What it is, what it’s not

As of Tuesday afternoon, the Center for Disease Control and Prevention reported 1,972 cases of monkeypox across 44 states.

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COVID vaccines for kids under 6 now available

Read full article: COVID vaccines for kids under 6 now available

The decision came after a unanimous vote from the CDC vaccine advisors on Saturday. Since then, the FDA authorized emergency use of the vaccine.

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VDH responds to CDC recommendation of COVID-19 vaccine for children as young as 6 months

Read full article: VDH responds to CDC recommendation of COVID-19 vaccine for children as young as 6 months

The Center for Disease Control and Prevention has recommended COVID-19 vaccines for children as young as 6 months, clearing the way for vaccinations to begin soon.

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Localities in the Roanoke Valley considered high COVID-19 transmission areas by CDC

Read full article: Localities in the Roanoke Valley considered high COVID-19 transmission areas by CDC

On Thursday, the CDC updated its COVID-19 Transmission Tracker and elevated some localities in the Roanoke City and Alleghany Health Districts.

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‘Drugs are just taking over’: Virginia sees 65% increase in fatal overdoses in 2020

Read full article: ‘Drugs are just taking over’: Virginia sees 65% increase in fatal overdoses in 2020

A new CDC study shows that drug overdoses and poisonings were the third leading cause of death for children and teenagers ages one to 19 in 2020, jumping 83.6 percent from the year before.

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Guns now leading cause of death for Virginia children, teenagers in 2020

Read full article: Guns now leading cause of death for Virginia children, teenagers in 2020

Losing a loved one is a goodbye no one wants to say, especially not a parent.

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CDC to extend travel mask mandate for two weeks to monitor uptick in COVID-19 cases

Read full article: CDC to extend travel mask mandate for two weeks to monitor uptick in COVID-19 cases

The CDC is set to extend the travel mask mandate for two weeks to monitor the uptick in COVID-19 cases.

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Pelosi positive for COVID-19, was at White House with Biden

Read full article: Pelosi positive for COVID-19, was at White House with Biden

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi has tested positive for COVID-19, her spokesman says.

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Do I still need to wear a mask on a plane?

Read full article: Do I still need to wear a mask on a plane?

After the last couple years of living through a global pandemic, it seems as though most of us are itching to get in some good travel time.

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Virginia down to 17% of its cities and counties at a high COVID-19 Community Level

Read full article: Virginia down to 17% of its cities and counties at a high COVID-19 Community Level

Across Virginia, the number of people living in areas where the CDC would recommend masking indoors continues to decrease.

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‘Get a colonoscopy’: LewisGale doctor emphasizes the importance of colon cancer screenings

Read full article: ‘Get a colonoscopy’: LewisGale doctor emphasizes the importance of colon cancer screenings

Colon cancer is the third most common cause of cancer deaths, according to the CDC.

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Masks, proof of vaccination will no longer be required at the Jefferson Center starting March 11

Read full article: Masks, proof of vaccination will no longer be required at the Jefferson Center starting March 11

The Jefferson Center is easing up on its COVID-19 policies following changes to CDC guidelines.

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Here’s why the CDC saying Roanoke County has a high COVID-19 Community Level isn’t the whole story

Read full article: Here’s why the CDC saying Roanoke County has a high COVID-19 Community Level isn’t the whole story

Across Virginia, 62 of the 133 cities and counties changed levels.

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New CDC masking guidance still has 48% of Virginia cities and counties wearing masks indoors

Read full article: New CDC masking guidance still has 48% of Virginia cities and counties wearing masks indoors

While new CDC guidance lifts masking guidance for many Americans, the vast majority of those in Southwest and Central Virginia are still being advised to wear masks while inside public places.

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CDC warns against travel to Mexico, Singapore and 127 more countries due to high COVID-19 risk

Read full article: CDC warns against travel to Mexico, Singapore and 127 more countries due to high COVID-19 risk

As the pandemic persists, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have added a dozen countries to a list of locations with the highest level of risk associated with COVID-19.

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Ballad Health will allow asymptomatic COVID-positive staff to work due to staffing shortage

Read full article: Ballad Health will allow asymptomatic COVID-positive staff to work due to staffing shortage

Individuals who test positive for COVID-19 and aren’t showing any symptoms will still be allowed work at Ballad Health, WCYB reports.

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VDH responds to Roanoke County School Board’s vote to make masks optional in the classroom

Read full article: VDH responds to Roanoke County School Board’s vote to make masks optional in the classroom

An unexpected work session vote Tuesday by the Roanoke County School Board to get rid of the school-wide mask mandate if and when Governor-elect Glenn Youngkin reverses the current public health order.

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Former CDC director weighs in on COVID-19 guidance before students return to school

Read full article: Former CDC director weighs in on COVID-19 guidance before students return to school

As the omicron variant spreads across the united states, the former director of the CDC is laying out guidance for parents with children returning to school.

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NFL cuts isolation time for players who test positive

Read full article: NFL cuts isolation time for players who test positive

The NFL is reducing isolation time for players who test positive for COVID-19 and are asymptomatic, including unvaccinated players, to five days from 10.

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Health experts hope COVID-19 boosters, kid doses will prevent holiday case surge

Read full article: Health experts hope COVID-19 boosters, kid doses will prevent holiday case surge

Health leaders, like Roanoke City and Alleghany Health District spokesperson, Christie Wills are hopeful the expansion of eligibility for booster shots will help prevent a COVID case surge during the holiday season.

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Central Shenandoah Health District offering Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine for children ages 5-11

Read full article: Central Shenandoah Health District offering Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine for children ages 5-11

Following the CDC’s approval of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine for children ages 5 to 11, options for where kids can get the vaccine are expanding in our region.

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VDH hopes 65% of kids ages 5-11 will get newly approved COVID-19 vaccine

Read full article: VDH hopes 65% of kids ages 5-11 will get newly approved COVID-19 vaccine

Children aged 5-11 can now get a COVID-19 vaccine after the CDC gave the final approval Tuesday night.

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Nearly 400,000 Virginians received a booster for the COVID-19 vaccine so far

Read full article: Nearly 400,000 Virginians received a booster for the COVID-19 vaccine so far

Nearly 2.2 million people nationwide are now eligible to receive COVID booster shots after the CDC authorized extra doses of Moderna and Johnson & Johnson’s vaccines Thursday night.

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CDC recommends masks for trick-or-treaters and avoiding indoor gatherings this Halloween

Read full article: CDC recommends masks for trick-or-treaters and avoiding indoor gatherings this Halloween

This year, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention highly recommends trick-or-treating outside in small groups and avoiding crowded indoor Halloween parties.

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Boy dies from rare brain-eating amoeba found at Texas splash pad

Read full article: Boy dies from rare brain-eating amoeba found at Texas splash pad

A child has died after being infected with a rare brain-eating amoeba that was found at a Texas splash pad he had visited, and a review discovered lapses in water-quality testing at several parks, officials said Monday.

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New salmonella strain from ‘unknown food source’ infects more than 200 people, CDC says

Read full article: New salmonella strain from ‘unknown food source’ infects more than 200 people, CDC says

A salmonella outbreak linked to a new strain has infected more than 200 people, according to the CDC.

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Q&A: America's new COVID-19 rules for international travel

Read full article: Q&A: America's new COVID-19 rules for international travel

The U.S. is rolling out new COVID-19 rules for travelers flying into the country.

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Danville-Pittsylvania County Fair returns with fun for the whole family

Read full article: Danville-Pittsylvania County Fair returns with fun for the whole family

The event kicks off at 4 p.m. on Sept. 17 and runs through Sept. 25.

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Salami, prosciutto and other Italian-style meats linked to salmonella outbreak

Read full article: Salami, prosciutto and other Italian-style meats linked to salmonella outbreak

It’s a sad day for charcuIt’s a sad day for charcuterie boards everywhere.terie boards everywhere.

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Blacksburg issues indoor mask mandate for town-owned facilities

Read full article: Blacksburg issues indoor mask mandate for town-owned facilities

The next time you visit Blacksburg, don’t forget to bring a mask.

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Virginia to provide third dose of Pfizer, Moderna COVID-19 vaccines for immunocompromised people

Read full article: Virginia to provide third dose of Pfizer, Moderna COVID-19 vaccines for immunocompromised people

The Virginia Department of Health announced that the Commonwealth will make third doses of both the Pfizer and Moderna COVID-19 vaccine for immunocompromised people this month.

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Health leaders say mask order will help protect children in schools

Read full article: Health leaders say mask order will help protect children in schools

State health leaders are supporting the recently issued mask mandate in schools.

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Virginia gubernatorial candidates respond to Gov. Northam’s comments on masks in schools

Read full article: Virginia gubernatorial candidates respond to Gov. Northam’s comments on masks in schools

Virginia's gubernatorial candidates are commenting on Governor Ralph Northam's order for school divisions to follow the CDC guidelines on masks -- or face legal action.

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No use of the phrase ‘mask mandate’ could have been a political move by Gov. Northam

Read full article: No use of the phrase ‘mask mandate’ could have been a political move by Gov. Northam

During Governor Ralph Northam’s 32-minute news conference Thursday, not once did he use the phrase ‘mask mandate’ while addressing the policy for grades K through 12 -- even when asked about it multiple times. That has many wondering if it was a political move ahead of November’s election.

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