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Bourbon Virus: What You Need to Know About the NY Case

Okay, friends, let's talk about something that's been buzzing in the health news lately, and it's definitely something we should all be aware of, especially those of us who love…

Brent Wisekey August 4, 2026

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Cyclosporiasis Cases Rise in Hawaii: What You Need to Know

Well, here we're again. Just when you think you've got a handle on all the various health concerns out there, something new (or rather, something recurring) pops up. The Hawaii…

Brent Wisekey August 3, 2026

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Pico-Union Flea-Borne Typhus Outbreak: What You Need to Know

L.A. County health officials recently sounded an alarm, and it's one we should all pay attention to, especially if you live in or around the Pico-Union area. There's been a…

Brent Wisekey August 2, 2026

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Understanding Sudden Death in Children: A Look at Rare Diseases

My heart just sank when I read the news about the 5-year-old boy from Denver who died suddenly on a family vacation from an incredibly rare disease. Truly, it’s one…

Brent Wisekey August 1, 2026

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Legionnaires’ Disease in NYC: Understanding the Risks & Prevention

It's always a gut punch to hear about another public health alert, especially when it involves something as serious as Legionnaires' disease. We've been following the news out of New…

Brent Wisekey July 31, 2026

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Bay Area COVID Rise: What’s Different This Time Around?

You know, it feels like just when we all started to breathe a collective sigh of relief, that familiar hum of concern about respiratory viruses is starting up again. And…

Brent Wisekey July 30, 2026

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Ebola Outbreak in DR Congo: Understanding the Latest Surge

It’s hard to wrap your head around some numbers. Especially when those numbers represent human lives, shattered families, and communities under siege. The situation with Ebola in DR Congo is…

Brent Wisekey July 29, 2026

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Ebola Crisis Worsens: Health Workers Strike Amidst Rising Cases

It’s hard to wrap your head around some numbers. Three thousand. It just sounds like a lot. But when those numbers represent human lives, human suffering, and a relentless disease…

Brent Wisekey July 28, 2026

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Boost Your Protein: 10 Dietitian-Approved Foods for Muscle & More

You know, it seems like everyone's talking about protein these days. From fitness enthusiasts to folks just trying to feel a bit better, protein has taken center stage in a…

Brent Wisekey July 27, 2026

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Understanding Ebola’s Spread: Why This Outbreak is Different

It’s a headline that makes your stomach drop: "This year’s Ebola outbreak has spread faster than the worst on record." That’s what ABC News reported, and as someone who spends…

Brent Wisekey July 26, 2026