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Quick takes: More US measles, Cyclospora spike in Michigan, frozen blueberries and E coli Over the holiday weekend the number of reported cyclosporiasis cases in Michigan has increased by 300 cases to 572. Stephanie Soucheray

Here are a few options for rewriting that content, keeping your guidelines in mind: Option 1 (Concise and direct): Health Alerts: Measles cases continue to rise in the US. Michigan is also experiencing a surge in Cyclospora infections, with an additional 300 cases reported over the holiday weekend, bringing the total to 572. Concerns have … Read more

WHO launches database to track sexually transmitted infections

The World Health Organization (WHO) has introduced a new resource aimed at enhancing the understanding of sexually transmitted infection (STI) prevalence, particularly in low- and middle-income nations. The STI Prevalence Atlas, recently unveiled, compiles data on five prevalent STIs: chlamydia, gonorrhea, herpes simplex virus type 2 (the primary cause of genital herpes), syphilis, and trichomoniasis. … Read more

Estimated US flu vaccine efficacy against death in kids 80% over 8 seasons

Over an eight-year period, the influenza vaccine demonstrated significant protection against death from respiratory illness in U.S. children, showing an 80% overall effectiveness. This protection extended to children with underlying medical conditions, with an effectiveness of 77%, and was even higher at 87% for those without pre-existing health issues. These findings come from an analysis … Read more

Armed conflict tied to higher measles burden worldwide

New research highlights a significant link between armed conflict and increased measles incidence. A study by academics at King’s College London and New York University, published in PLOS Medicine, found that conflict contributes to a greater measles burden through various mechanisms. As global hostilities and forced displacement rise, the study aimed to clarify the relationship … Read more

Did Cher tell Karoline Leavitt, ‘Sweetheart, take a seat’?

A viral rumor circulated in July 2026, suggesting a public exchange between singer Cher and White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt. The story claimed Leavitt had labeled Cher “irrelevant” and “outdated,” prompting a sharp retort from the iconic entertainer. However, this narrative has been debunked. No credible reports or news outlets have documented such an … Read more

Fact Check: Did Folarin Balogun flash Trump’s photo after referee showed him red card?

A photo circulating on social media platforms purports to show soccer player Folarin Balogun displaying a card with President Donald Trump’s image in response to a red card he received. This image has gained traction amid discussions about FIFA’s decision to overturn Balogun’s one-game ban. The image depicts Balogun holding a card featuring Trump’s likeness. … Read more

Fact Check: Did Travis Kelce ask Taylor Swift to quit music after their wedding?

A social media post has ignited speculation regarding a purported request made by Travis Kelce to his wife, Taylor Swift, concerning her music career. The claim, circulating online, suggests that shortly after their wedding, Kelce asked Swift to cease her musical activities, sell her song catalog, and embrace the role of a full-time homemaker. The … Read more

Fact Check: Were Obama’s guests forced to pay bills after he invited them to special luncheon?

A viral social media claim suggests that former President Barack Obama hosted a luncheon for local women, only for them to be billed for the meal afterward. This rumor has circulated online, prompting an examination of its validity. The claim, originating from a Facebook post, alleges that Obama invited residents to a fast-food style restaurant … Read more

Fact Check: Did the White House force FIFA to overturn Folarin Balogun’s red card?

A rumor has circulated on social media suggesting White House involvement in the reversal of a red card issued to US soccer player Folarin Balogun. This claim emerged after former President Donald Trump publicly praised FIFA for overturning the ban, describing it as the correction of a “great injustice.” The viral claim asserts that the … Read more

L’Oréal faces 6 class action lawsuits over claims some CeraVe products contain cancer-causing chemical

Recent legal actions have raised concerns about the presence of benzene, a known carcinogen, in popular acne treatments. Lawsuits have been filed against major retailers and manufacturers, including L’Oréal, Walgreens, and Walmart, alleging that their benzoyl peroxide-based acne products contain unsafe levels of this chemical. These lawsuits stem from independent testing that reportedly detected benzene … Read more