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Dengue-carrying mosquitoes expand their reach into new territories
14 news sources are covering this Health story right now — PULSE is tracking how fast it spreads.
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Puerto Rico Is Rationing Water. It Could’ve Avoided It by Harvesting Rainwater
Puerto Rico is currently facing a severe water crisis leading to rationing, sparking calls for action from families as far as Polk County.
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These seven states are hot spots for 2026's record measles outbreak
The United States is experiencing a record-breaking measles outbreak in 2026, with cases reaching a 35-year high across several hotspot states.
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Polk County testing dozens for measles after a vaccinated resident is infected
Eastern Iowa medical personnel urge vaccination status checks following the state's first confirmed measles case in Polk County.
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Iowa confirms first measles case of 2026 in Polk County
Iowa’s first 2026 measles case sparks testing and vaccination alerts in Polk County
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Health officials confirm measles case in central Iowa
Health officials in Iowa have confirmed the state's first case of measles for 2026, triggering an investigation into potential exposure locations.
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Rabid stray cat bites 5 Florida residents and attacks puppy before dying under a home
Florida health officials issued rabies alerts after a stray cat attacked five residents and a puppy.