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New Director Approved for US CDC After Year-Long Vacancy
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New Director Approved for US CDC After Year-Long Vacancy

The U.S. Senate has approved a new director for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on August 5th, filling a vacancy that lasted approximately one year. The CDC had faced turmoil, including the dismissal of the previous director over vaccine policy disagreements with the administration.

New CDC Leaders Vow to Boost Staff After DOGE Cuts
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New CDC Leaders Vow to Boost Staff After DOGE Cuts

New leaders at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have pledged to boost staff numbers. This comes after approximately a quarter of CDC personnel either left or were cut by Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) over the past 18 months.

US Warns Congo Ebola Outbreak Could Match 2014 Scale
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US Warns Congo Ebola Outbreak Could Match 2014 Scale

The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has warned that the current Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo could potentially reach the scale of the deadly 2014 West Africa epidemic. Congo has reported a rapid spread of the virus, with 71 new cases confirmed in 24 hours.

Former CDC Director Warns of Potential Ebola Pandemic
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Former CDC Director Warns of Potential Ebola Pandemic

A former director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has expressed concern that the ongoing Ebola outbreak could escalate into a major pandemic. This warning comes as African countries continue to battle the spread of the virus.

US CDC Opts Against Publishing COVID Vaccine Effectiveness Report
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US CDC Opts Against Publishing COVID Vaccine Effectiveness Report

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has decided not to publish a report that was expected to detail the effectiveness of COVID-19 vaccines. This move has drawn attention regarding transparency in public health data.

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White House Reportedly Considers Erica Schwartz to Lead CDC

The White House is reportedly considering Erica Schwartz, a former deputy surgeon general, as a leading candidate to head the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). This potential appointment is currently under review.

States sue Trump administration over changes to vaccine recommendations for children
HealthThe Guardian5mo ago

States sue Trump administration over changes to vaccine recommendations for children

States call move an illegal threat to public health and argue CDC puts children’s lives at risk with new guidance More than a dozen states, including California, sued the Trump administration over its rollback of vaccine recommendations for children, calling the move an illegal threat to public health. The states argue that the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) put children’s lives at risk when it announced last month that it would stop recommending all children get immunized a...

Dr. Erica Schwartz Confirmed as New CDC Director by US Senate
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Dr. Erica Schwartz Confirmed as New CDC Director by US Senate

The US Senate has confirmed Dr. Erica Schwartz as the new director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), filling a leadership vacuum at the agency. This appointment marks the first permanent leader for the CDC in a year.

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Cyclosporiasis Cases in US Reach Record Highs

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that the number of cyclosporiasis cases in the U.S. this year has surpassed all previous records, with over 4,100 confirmed cases.

Former CDC Head Warns World Unprepared for Next Pandemic
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Former CDC Head Warns World Unprepared for Next Pandemic

The former head of the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has stated that the Ebola outbreak demonstrates the world's lack of preparedness for a future pandemic. This highlights concerns about global health security and response capabilities.

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US Agencies Announce Actions in Response to Ebola Outbreak

The United States State Department, Department of Homeland Security (DHS), and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have jointly announced a series of actions. These measures are in response to the ongoing Ebola outbreak, aiming to mitigate its global impact.

Trump Nominates Dr. Erica Schwartz to Lead CDC
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Trump Nominates Dr. Erica Schwartz to Lead CDC

Donald Trump has nominated Dr. Erica Schwartz, a former deputy surgeon general, to serve as the new director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). This nomination follows a months-long search for a new leader for the health agency.

US Teen Birth Rates Reach New Historic Low
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US Teen Birth Rates Reach New Historic Low

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that the teen birth rate in the U.S. continues its decades-long decline, attributed to factors such as reduced sexual activity and increased access to contraception and abortion.

Influenza Vaccine Effectiveness Lower In Recent Months, Preliminary Data Show
Healthzerohedge5mo ago

Influenza Vaccine Effectiveness Lower In Recent Months, Preliminary Data Show

Influenza Vaccine Effectiveness Lower In Recent Months, Preliminary Data Show Authored by Zachary Stieber via The Epoch Times (emphasis ours), The effectiveness of vaccines against influenza dropped during the 2025–2026 virus season, officials said on March 12, about two months after the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) stopped recommending flu vaccination for all children. An influenza vaccine in a doctor's office in Coral Gables, Fla., on Sept. 15, 2025. Joe Ra...

CDC warns about tick-borne alpha-gal syndrome
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CDC warns about tick-borne alpha-gal syndrome

The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a warning about alpha-gal syndrome, a rare but increasingly concerning allergic condition linked to tick bites that can cause an allergy to red meat.

Early and Intense West Nile Virus Season Prompts CDC Warning
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Early and Intense West Nile Virus Season Prompts CDC Warning

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a warning about an early and intense West Nile virus season, with cases reaching their highest total in decades. Experts are urging the public to take precautions against mosquito bites as the virus spreads across the US.

CDC Elevates Ebola Response to Highest Level
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CDC Elevates Ebola Response to Highest Level

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has raised its Ebola response to the highest possible level, indicating a significant escalation in efforts to combat the disease.

CDC Seeks Volunteers for Expanded Airport Ebola Screenings
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CDC Seeks Volunteers for Expanded Airport Ebola Screenings

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is asking staff to volunteer for expanded Ebola screenings at airports as part of its response to the ongoing outbreak. The CDC is adding another airport for screening travelers who might have Ebola, aiming to beef up preventative measures.

NIH Director Reportedly Tapped as Acting CDC Director
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NIH Director Reportedly Tapped as Acting CDC Director

Reports indicate that the current director of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) is being considered for the role of acting director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).