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CDC warns of Salmonella outbreak linked to cantaloupes

17 people have been hospitalized due to the situation. The agency detailed that Canada is also investigating cases of the disease related to the fruit.

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CDC warns of increase in syphilis in newborn babies

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention explained that cases of the disease are at the highest level in at least 30 years.

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CDC recommends doxycycline after sex to prevent sexually transmitted infections

The agency published a draft explaining that taking the antibiotic after possible exposure to STIs has been shown to be beneficial in reducing incidents of chlamydia, gonorrhea and syphilis.

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CDC recommends COVID-19 vaccination for Americans six months and older

"Vaccination remains the best protection against COVID-19 related hospitalization and death and reduces your chance of suffering the effects of Long COVID," the agency said.

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CDC warns of record-breaking suicides rates in 2022

During the past year, 49,499 people took their own lives, 26% more than in 2021. Nine out of 10 Americans believe that "the U.S. is facing a mental health crisis."