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CDC Warns West Nile Season Is Off to an Early Start
CDC says the 2026 West Nile season is starting earlier and stronger than usual, with at least 48 cases reported by June 30 and activity detected in 23 states.
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Check These Zapp's and Dirty Chips After FDA's Highest-Risk Recall Label
A salmonella-related recall covering select Zapp's and Dirty potato chips now carries FDA's Class I designation, making label checks worth doing before the bags are forgotten in the pantry.
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Opinion: GLP-1s Need a System, Not a Culture War
GLP-1 medications should be treated as serious long-term medical tools, not shortcuts, status symbols or moral tests. The policy challenge is building a fair system around them.
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How to Check Air Quality After Fireworks Smoke
A practical guide to reading AQI colors after fireworks smoke, knowing when to limit outdoor activity, and keeping indoor air cleaner.
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What to Do When the Power Goes Out in Extreme Heat
A practical guide to staying safe during an extreme-heat power outage, using CDC, Ready.gov and National Weather Service guidance.