Worst Wildfire In US History: Here's How Smoke Impacts People's Health

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Updated Jan 9, 2025 | 02:59 PM IST

SummaryWildfires are recurrent in US and Canada, burning more than 9.8 million acres just last year. As blazes continue to engulf LA, people are being warned about its impact on health.

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US Sees Most Pediatric Flu Deaths Since Swine Flu Pandemic

US Sees Most Pediatric Flu Deaths Since Swine Flu Pandemic

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Updated May 5, 2025 | 09:00 PM IST

SummaryU.S. authorities have reported 216 pediatric deaths so far this flu season. And what is worrying is that the season is not over yet.

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Maternal Mortality On Rise In US, Reports CDC

maternal mortality on rise in the US

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Updated May 5, 2025 | 12:00 PM IST

SummaryUS has recorded one of the highest rates of maternal mortality among developed and high-income countries. While the increase in the rate is only slight, it does raise concerns about the healthcare and its access. Read on.

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Thailand Confirms First Anthrax Death In 30 Years Raises Alarm Over Potential Spread

Thailand Confirms First Anthrax Death In 30 Years Raises Alarm Over Potential Spread

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Updated May 4, 2025 | 09:33 PM IST

SummaryThailand has confirmed its first anthrax death since 1994, prompting a health alert as over 600 people are monitored for exposure after consuming or handling raw, potentially contaminated beef.

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