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Bird Flu Fears Spark Recall of Raw Milk in California

California health officials are urging consumers to avoid a specific batch of raw milk after tests revealed potential contamination with the bird flu virus. The affected milk, produced by Raw Farm LLC in Fresno County, carries a lot code of 20241109 and a “Best By” date of November 27. If you have this milk at […]

First Bird Flu Case in a Child in California: Stanford Experts Urge Vigilance

California has confirmed its first case of bird flu in a child, marking a significant milestone in the ongoing H5N1 influenza outbreak. This is the first reported instance of a minor contracting the virus in the U.S. this year, bringing the total number of human cases to 55, according to the CDC. First Bird Flu […]

California Confirms Fourth Human Case of Bird Flu: Stanford Experts Weigh In

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California health officials have confirmed the state’s fourth human case of bird flu this year, linked to infected dairy cattle. Nationwide, 18 human cases have been reported in 2024, primarily among those exposed to sick livestock. Bird Flu in California: New Cases Emerge The four California cases occurred on separate dairy farms, with individuals experiencing […]

Physician Compensation on the Rise, Yet Many Feel Undervalued: Stanford Experts Weigh In

Despite notable increases in physician salaries across various specialties, the 2024 Physician Compensation Report reveals a persistent dissatisfaction among doctors, who believe their pay does not align with their responsibilities and sacrifices. Experts from Stanford Medicine say this trend highlights broader challenges within the healthcare system, including burnout, administrative burdens, and inequities in pay. Key […]

Locally Acquired Dengue Case Confirmed in Baldwin Park, CA

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A resident of Baldwin Park, California, has been diagnosed with a locally acquired case of dengue fever, as confirmed by the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health. This marks the third case reported in California and the first in Los Angeles County, following cases in Pasadena and Long Beach in late 2023. Understanding Dengue […]