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09/25/2026 · Cottonwood County

Federal Health Agency Addresses Measles Death Reporting

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is reviewing two reported measles deaths in Pennsylvania. This occurs as measles cases rise nationally and the flu season nears. Federal health data reliability has drawn attention.

09/25/2026

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Study Examines Enhanced Flu Vaccine for Older Adults

A new study in The Lancet presents findings from a Phase 3 clinical trial involving an influenza vaccine designed for older adults. The vaccine incorporates three distinct methods intended to boost protection against the virus. Researchers evaluated the vaccine's efficacy and safety in this demographic.

09/25/2026

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Study Examines New Flu Vaccine for Older Adults

A recent study published in The Lancet investigated a new influenza vaccine for adults aged 65 and over. Researchers evaluated its effectiveness through a Phase 3 clinical trial. CSL Seqirus developed the vaccine, which integrates three established approaches to enhance protection.

09/25/2026

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Medical Groups Issue Guidance Amid Rising Measles Cases, Vaccine Messaging Concerns

Leading medical organizations have released new vaccine guidance as measles cases increase across several states. This action follows what some describe as inconsistent information from federal sources. A director at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia addressed these developments.

09/25/2026

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August Inflation Reaches 3.4%; Cyclospora Outbreak Ends, Ukraine War Casualties Reported

Consumer prices rose 3.4% in August compared to the previous year, according to the Labor Department. This inflation report is contributing to discussions about potential interest rate increases by the Federal Reserve. Separately, U.S. health officials declared an end to a cyclospora outbreak.

09/25/2026

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Measles Outbreak: Infant Among Two Fatalities in Pennsylvania

A 6-week-old baby girl is one of two individuals who died from measles in Pennsylvania, according to the Lancaster County coroner. The fatalities contribute to a national measles tally of 3,134 cases, marking a 35-year high.

09/25/2026

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