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Erika Edwards
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Rectal cancer rates are rising in U.S., driving an increase in illness in younger adults
A rise in rectal cancer rates is driving an increase in colorectal cancer diagnoses in people younger than 65, according to a report published Monday…
Measles is costing the U.S. millions of dollars. The true losses can’t be counted.
In 2026, there have been over 1,000 cases of measles. If vaccination rates keep dropping, the costs of medical care, public health efforts and lost…
CDC’s second-in-command abruptly steps down
The CDC's second-in-command, Dr. Ralph Abraham, abruptly stepped down Monday. It's the latest in a string of resignations at the top of the agency.
U.S. closes in on 1,000 measles cases in first two months of 2026
The U.S. has officially logged 982 measles cases in 2026, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said Friday.