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Pneumonia

6 Dead In NYC Outbreak Of Legionnaires' Disease 6 Dead In NYC Outbreak Of Legionnaires' Disease
6 Dead In NYC Outbreak Of Legionnaires' Disease Six people have died, and more than 100 others have been sickened in a Legionnaires’ disease outbreak centered in New York City.  The situation has prompted an aggressive sweep of building cooling towers and an urgent warning to residents and workers with flu-like symptoms. City health officials report 112 confirmed cases linked to the cluster, with seven people currently hospitalized.  Additionally, investigators have detected Legionella bacteria in 12 cooling towers across 10 buildings within the affected ZIP codes 10027, 10030, 10035, 10037, and 10039 in Central Harlem. Tower…
Measles Exposure Alert Issued In DC, Maryland, Virginia After Infected Traveler Visits Region Measles Exposure Alert Issued In DC, Maryland, Virginia After Infected Traveler Visits Region
Measles Exposure Alert Issued In DC, Maryland, Virginia After Infected Traveler Visits Region A confirmed case of measles in a traveler has sparked a regional health alert in DC, Maryland, and Virginia. DC Health is warning residents of possible measles exposure after an international traveler visited multiple high-traffic areas across the DMV earlier this month. The infected person visited airports, Metro stations, buses, a school in Chevy Chase, and a pediatric clinic in DC, officials announced. The public may have been exposed on the following dates and times: June 8, 10:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.: Dulles International Airport, Concourse A to baggage claim; June 8, 11:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m…
Olympian Mary Lou Retton Arrested For DUI: Police Olympian Mary Lou Retton Arrested For DUI: Police
Olympian Mary Lou Retton Arrested For DUI: Police Olympic gold medalist Mary Lou Retton was arrested for DUI at the Pennsylvania border, authorities in Marion County, West Virginia announced on Tuesday, May 27. Retton, 57, was pulled over near the state line on Saturday, May 17, 2025, and allegedly showed signs of impairment, according to arrest records. Troopers say she refused a blood alcohol test and had an open bottle of wine inside the vehicle. She was charged with 1 count of 17C-05-02: Driving under the influence of alcohol, controlled substances, or drugs. She was released the same day after posting $1,500 bond. Her plea has not be…
Val Kilmer, Prolific Hollywood Leading Man, Dies At 65 Val Kilmer, Prolific Hollywood Leading Man, Dies At 65
Val Kilmer, Prolific Hollywood Leading Man, Dies At 65 Val Kilmer, the charismatic and versatile actor celebrated for his unforgettable portrayals of iconic characters including Jim Morrison and Batman, has died at the age of 65.  His daughter, actress Mercedes Kilmer, told The New York Times that he succumbed to pneumonia in Los Angeles on Tuesday, April 1. He was diagnosed with throat cancer in 2015. Kilmer, who first captivated audiences as the competitive naval aviator Tom “Iceman” Kazansky in the 1986 blockbuster Top Gun, was revered for his ability to embody complex characters.  His performances as the gunslinger Doc Holli…
Pope Francis' Health 'Suddenly Worsens' At Hospital, Vatican Says Pope Francis' Health 'Suddenly Worsens' At Hospital, Vatican Says
Pope Francis' Health 'Suddenly Worsens' At Hospital, Vatican Says Pope Francis' condition has taken an alarming turn for the worse as he continues to receive treatment for pneumonia at a hospital in Rome. According to a statement issued Friday, Feb. 28 by the Vatican, the 88-year-old pontiff experienced an “isolated” breathing crisis that has raised concerns about his condition. After a morning spent alternating between respiratory physiotherapy and prayer in the chapel, the Holy Father suffered a sudden deterioration following an episode of bronchospasm in the afternoon, the statement said, noting that the incident led to vomiting, which resulted in furt…
MLB Stolen Base, Runs Scored King Rickey Henderson Dies At 65 MLB Stolen Base, Runs Scored King Rickey Henderson Dies At 65
MLB Stolen Base, Runs Scored King Rickey Henderson Dies At 65 Rickey Henderson, Major League Baseball’s career steals and runs scored leader, widely considered to be one of the greatest leadoff hitters in baseball history, has died at age 65.  Henderson, who would have turned 66 on Christmas Day, died while hospitalized with pneumonia, according to multiple reports. Persuaded by his mother to pursue baseball over football, Henderson began a 25-year career that saw him redefine speed and swagger in the sport. Henderson debuted with the Oakland A’s in 1979, quickly capturing fans' hearts with his record-breaking stolen bases, powerful leadoff…
Rise In Walking Pneumonia Cases Prompts CDC Warning Rise In Walking Pneumonia Cases Prompts CDC Warning
Rise In Walking Pneumonia Cases Prompts CDC Warning Cases of walking pneumonia have spiked significantly, especially among children, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is warning in a brand-new advisory. The agency said increases in M. pneumoniae-associated pneumonia infections began late this past spring, peaked in August, and have remained high.  The CDC said it's using various surveillance tools "to better understand any differences in demographics, severity of illness, and outcomes as compared to M. pneumoniae infections prior to the COVID-19 pandemic." The agency said it's also contacting heal…