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	health Daily update ⋅ July 4, 2021
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	USA TODAY Missouri requests federal COVID aid as cases surge; Fourth of July travel raises concerns: Latest COVID-19 Updates USA TODAY The "surge response teams," announced in a White House press conference Thursday, will be dispatched to emerging COVID-19 hotspots around the country, where vaccination rates remain low. They'll aim to boost testing and vaccinations, as well as track ... Flag as irrelevant
	NPR Ticks Suck. Here's A Guide To Identifying Them And Avoiding Bites NPR But it's also sobering. For years, people who track black-legged ticks — the kind that carry Lyme disease — have been finding them in further flung territory, though still in mostly traditional habitats of forested areas with tall grasses and leaf litter. Flag as irrelevant
	The Atlantic The Pandemic Did Not Affect Mental Health the Way You Think The Atlantic Jamil Zaki is a professor of psychology at Stanford University and the director of the Stanford Social Neuroscience Laboratory. He is the author of the forthcoming book, The War For Kindness: Building Empathy in a Fractured World. Flag as irrelevant
	CNN Unvaccinated people are 'variant factories,' infectious diseases expert says CNN (CNN) Unvaccinated people do more than merely risk their own health. They're also a risk to everyone if they become infected with coronavirus, infectious disease specialists say. That's because the only source of new coronavirus variants is the body of an ... Flag as irrelevant
	WRAL.com More places are mixing vaccines, but do they need to? WRAL.com The German Standing Committee on Vaccination (STIKO) said people who receive a first dose of the AstraZeneca vaccine "should get an mRNA vaccine as their second dose, regardless of their age.". Flag as irrelevant
	CNN Local officials sound the alarm over another possible wave of Covid-19 infections CNN (CNN) Local officials are sounding the alarm over an increase in Covid-19 infections just as the nation prepares to celebrate a Fourth of July holiday that many hoped would mark the start of the resumption of normal life. In Arkansas, which has one of the ... Flag as irrelevant
	CNBC Just as the box office hit its stride, the delta variant appeared, with the power to halt progress CNBC More than half of the U.S. population has received at least one dose of the vaccine, which has led to a sharp drop in the number of deaths from Covid. Public health officials are watching the spread ... Flag as irrelevant
	Stockton Record COVID-19 updates: What we know, what is new in San Joaquin County this week Stockton Record Reminder: kids 11 and younger are not vaccinated. Everyone 12 years of age and older can get a COVID-19 vaccine and reduce their odds of getting sick, protect themselves while also protecting those around them. From national health guidance, children ... Flag as irrelevant
	Medical Xpress World's safest place? Vermont leads US vaccine race Medical Xpress Officials and locals credit Vermont's success to widespread vaccine clinics, trust in political leaders and science and residents' strong sense of responsibility to their community. "Vermonters prioritize their health, which is a good starting ... Flag as irrelevant
	The Detroit News Michigan teen dies after getting COVID-19 vaccine; CDC investigating The Detroit News The death of a Michigan teen after he received a COVID-19 vaccine is being investigated by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in Atlanta, a spokeswoman for the agency told The Detroit News on Friday. "CDC is aware of a 13-year-old boy in ... Flag as irrelevant
	The Spokesman-Review 10 COVID-19 myth busters: Get the facts about vaccines The Spokesman-Review Fact: The COVID-19 vaccine was made available through an emergency use authorization which was approved and deemed safe by federal health authorities. The vaccines are now under review for a full Federal Drug Administration (FDA) approval. Flag as irrelevant
	Newsweek Woman Afraid of Vaccine Side Effects Dies From Delta Variant: 'I Couldn't Convince Her' Newsweek A woman in Missouri was afraid of the side effects from COVID-19 vaccines and chose not to get the shots, but later contracted the Delta variant of the novel coronavirus and died in the hospital. Deborah Carmichael, the mother of now-deceased 45-year-old ... Flag as irrelevant
	The Guardian UK scientists caution that lifting of Covid rules is like building 'variant factories' The Guardian UK scientists have warned that the lifting of all Covid-19 restrictions is like building new "variant factories" at a very fast rate, and said the attitude of the new health and social care secretary, Sajid Javid, is "frightening". Writing in the Mail on Sunday, Javid said ... Flag as irrelevant
	Florida Today COVID-19 in June: Caution urged as vaccinations and testing slows, variants rise Florida Today Throughout Florida in June, COVID-19 case counts held steady, vaccination and testing rates dropped and the more contagious Delta strain of the virus spread in the Sunshine State and elsewhere. U.S. experts now warn that the emergence of the Delta ... Flag as irrelevant
	Channel3000.com - WISC-TV3 Spread of the Delta variant may make it even harder to reach herd immunity, expert says Channel3000.com - WISC-TV3 "We don't exactly know what the herd immunity percentage would be for Covid-19. It would be different for the Delta variant, and higher, because it is more transmissible," Dr. Rachel Levine, assistant secretary at the US Department of Health and Human ... Flag as irrelevant
	KRCRTV.COM West Nile virus and invasive mosquitos arrives in Shasta County KRCRTV.COM The Shasta Mosquito and Vector Control District (SMVCD) said in a press release Saturday that the positive tests came from routine collections as part of their surveillance program. The district is now attempting to decrease mosquito populations through ground ... Flag as irrelevant
	Los Cerritos News July 3, 2021: Covid Cases Rising in LA County Los Cerritos News Saturday's figures brought the county's totals to 1,251,848 cases and 24,498 fatalities since the pandemic began, according to the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health. Health officials say the recent increase is being fueled by the ... Flag as irrelevant
	The Straits Times One local transmission among 11 new Covid-19 cases in Singapore The Straits Times SINGAPORE - Singapore reported just one locally transmitted Covid-19 case on Sunday (Jully 4), said the Health Ministry in its daily update. The patient is currently unlinked to any other case. There were also 10 imported cases, all of which were placed on ... Flag as irrelevant
	Burlington Times News Diners at North Carolina Waffle House may have hepatitis A virus, officials fear Burlington Times News Jul. 3—Diners at a North Carolina Waffle House may have a sickening virus that was spread by an employee, health officials warned Friday night. Anyone who dined at or ordered take-out from the Vinehaven Drive NE Waffle House off Copperfield Boulevard ... Flag as irrelevant
	WTVD-TV Listeria outbreak linked to precooked chicken, CDC warns WTVD-TV People at higher risk for listeria infection are pregnant women, babies, adults 65 years or older, and people with weakened immune systems. The CDC advises avoiding cold dishes made with precooked chicken, such as deli chicken salad and salads with ... Flag as irrelevant
	The Straits Times One locally transmitted Covid-19 case in Singapore, lowest in more than a month The Straits Times SINGAPORE - Singapore saw just one locally transmitted Covid-19 case on Sunday (July 4). This marks the lowest number of daily community cases reported in more than a month. The patient is currently unlinked to any other case, said the Ministry of Health ... Flag as irrelevant
	FOX 11 Los Angeles COVID-19 cases slowly climbing in LA County FOX 11 Los Angeles Health officials say the recent increase is being fueled by the rise in COVID-19 variants, particularly the more contagious Delta variant. They added that with four million residents in L.A. County still unvaccinated and a tripling ... Flag as irrelevant
	The Guardian Covid: letting fully vaccinated skip quarantine in England 'will cause resentment' The Guardian Allowing those who have received two doses of a Covid vaccine to skip quarantine could breed resentment and result in mass non-compliance, a scientific adviser has warned. Downing Street has confirmed it is looking at ... Flag as irrelevant
	UPI.com Experts: Use of sunscreens can halve skin cancer risk UPI.com Sunscreen isn't just for pool gatherings and beach outings: Using sunscreen every day could reduce your risk of skin cancer, experts say. Advertisement. Daily use of at least an SPF 15 sunscreen can lower your risk of melanoma -- the deadliest type of skin ... Flag as irrelevant
	Mid-Day These useful tips will help you prevent Vitamin D deficiency while indoors Mid-Day As many people spend their time indoors due to the Covid-19 pandemic, it is important to get enough exposure to the vitamin. From understanding the need for vitamin D-rich foods to avoiding over-consumption, here's what you need to know. Image for ... Flag as irrelevant
	ITV News Is it time to dump face masks? Here's what scientists and doctors are saying ITV News Ministers are suggesting that come July 19, the wearing of masks in most social settings will be a matter of personal choice. However, members of the scientific and medical community are more cautious this is the ... Flag as irrelevant
	Lancashire Post Do you need a third Covid-19 jab? Lancashire Post Almost half of the adult population will be eligible for a Covid-19 vaccine booster jab, should scientists decide they are needed. By Iain Lynn. Sunday, 4th July ... Flag as irrelevant
	Deseret News Why you have COVID-19 symptoms but you don't have COVID-19 Deseret News Upper respiratory issues — like congestion, a runny nose and headaches — appear to be at the center of these colds. · "COVID can present in different ways," said Dr. Russell Vinik, chief medical operations officer at the University of Utah Health in Salt Lake City, ... Flag as irrelevant
	Midwest Communication 2 COVID-19 Cases in Santa Barbara County Linked to Delta Variant; 36 Total Cases Added Since Tuesday Noozhawk "If one sick person gave the virus to about two or three people with the previous variants that we had, this Delta type is given to about five to six people from one infected person," Public Health Officer Henning Ansorg said. Flag as irrelevant
	El Dorado News-Times COVID cases continue to climb statewide El Dorado News-Times The Arkansas Department of Health opted last week to discontinue publicly reporting new COVID-19 cases on the weekends, citing new United States Centers for Disease Control reporting requirements and changes in how the state plans to track virus cases. Flag as irrelevant
	Independent Tribune Possible exposure to Hepatitis A at Waffle House near Copperfield Boulevard in Concord Independent Tribune The signs are fatigue, nausea, stomach pain, vomiting, fever, and possible jaundice. The virus spreads when someone unknowingly ingests the virus, even in microscopic amounts, through close personal contact with an infected person or through eating ... Flag as irrelevant
	News18 Teenagers in UK are Faking Covid-19 Positive by Using Soft Drinks, Here's How News18 On June 24, a school in England warned the parents of its students about false-positive covid tests and asked them to be vigilant when their children were taking Lateral Flow Test (LFT) for the coronavirus. The school had discovered that some students faked ... Flag as irrelevant
	Forbes Centers for Disease Control and Prevention warns of Listeria outbreak Fox 4 CDC officials say so far three people have gotten sick in two states, and one of them died. They say more people could have been impacted. All of the people ate foods served at a long-term care facility or hospital. Flag as irrelevant
	CBS Baltimore Vaccine Hesitancy Continues For Some Younger Americans. Here's One Reason Why CBS Baltimore Generally, vaccine coverage among young adults has been lower and increasing more slowly over time, compared to other age groups, according to a report published recently by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Their intent to get ... Flag as irrelevant
	RTE.ie Buncrana, Dungarvan have most Covid-19 infections RTE.ie Buncrana in Co Donegal and Dungarvan in Co Waterford have the highest rates of Covid-19 in the country. A detailed breakdown of coronavirus cases in each Local Electoral Authority (LEA) shows that, as of last Monday, 28 June, Buncrana in Donegal had a ... Flag as irrelevant
	U.S. News & World Report Shining a Light on Sunscreens U.S. News & World Report SATURDAY, July 3, 2021 (HealthDay News) -- Sunscreen isn't just for pool gatherings and beach outings: Using sunscreen every day could reduce your risk of skin cancer, experts say. Daily use of at least an SPF 15 sunscreen can lower your risk of ... Flag as irrelevant
	Bloomington Pantagraph About 72% of Illinois adults have gotten COVID-19 shots; 54 deaths reported in past week Bloomington Pantagraph "Celebrate the Fourth of July holiday weekend while exercising appropriate caution," Public Health director D. Ngozi Ezike said in a news release. "While many events are outside, it is still important for unvaccinated ... Flag as irrelevant
	WalesOnline More than half of parents willing to have kids jabbed against Covid-19 if offered to under-18s says survey WalesOnline A YouGov poll of 938 parents with children aged 17 or under found that 53% said they would get their child vaccinated, rising to 59% of parents who have already had, or were planning to get, the jab themselves. Flag as irrelevant

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