Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

CDC Links Waterborne Disease Outbreaks to Splash Pads

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has released a comprehensive report documenting waterborne disease outbreaks linked to children’s splash pads over the past 26 years.

CDC Declares End to McDonald’s E. Coli Outbreak

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has declared the conclusion of the E. coli outbreak linked to McDonald's Quarter Pounder hamburgers. The outbreak, which began in late September, affected 104 individuals across 14 states, resulting in 34 hospitalizations and one death in Colorado.

Sen. Ron Johnson to Subpoena Health Agencies Over COVID-19 Vaccine Data

Senator Ron Johnson (R-WI) is planning to issue subpoenas to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) over data pertaining to the COVID-19 vaccine.

First Bird Flu Case Confirmed in California

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has confirmed the first-ever U.S. case of avian influenza A(H5N1), commonly known as bird flu, in a child residing in California.

Monkeypox Case Confirmed in California

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued a health alert after a strain of monkeypox was discovered in California.

Former CDC Official Likens Vaccines to a ‘Social Contract’

Former Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Acting Director Dr. Richard Besser suggested that optional vaccination standards violate a "social contract."

RFK Jr. Seeks to Lead HHS, Aims for Major Health Agency Overhaul

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is actively engaging with President-elect Donald Trump’s transition team to advocate for a leadership role in public health oversight, although he will not serve as the Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS). Reports from the Trump team clarify that Kennedy will instead focus on vaccine safety and health data rather than taking on the HHS secretary role, which had been under consideration for both Kennedy and Dr. Ben Carson.

CDC Recommends Expanded Bird Flu Testing

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) called for expanded bird flu testing after a study suggested that dairy workers showed signs of asymptomatic infection.

Fewer Healthcare Workers Receiving COVID, Flu Vaccines

The number of healthcare workers receiving the COVID-19 and flu vaccines decreased during the 2023-2024 cold and flu season, according to a report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

Cuomo Under Scrutiny: Subcommittee’s Referral Could Lead to Criminal Charges

The House Select Subcommittee focused on the Coronavirus Pandemic has taken steps to refer former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo to the Department of...

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