The FDA has approved a new drug that could extend survival for late-stage pancreatic cancer patients, offering potential hope for a disease with historically poor outcomes.
The Mirror · Jul 17, 2026
A cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to Taco Bell has infected 1,645 people across five US states, hospitalizing 94. Health officials warn against consuming shredded iceberg lettuce from affected locations.
The Indian Express · Jul 17, 2026
A decade-long study of 12,000 Indians reveals that PM2.5 exposure accelerates kidney function decline even in younger adults without pre-existing kidney disease, independent of diabetes and hypertension.
ABC (Australian Broadcasting Corporation) · Jul 17, 2026
New Zealand confirmed its first H5N1 bird flu case in a native swamp harrier hawk, days after detecting the virus in a migratory seabird. Authorities have begun vaccinating endangered species.
Fox Business · Jul 17, 2026
Taco Bell voluntarily removed lettuce from a Mexican supplier linked to a multistate cyclosporiasis outbreak affecting over 1,600 people across five states, with 94 hospitalizations reported.
Google News · Jul 17, 2026
A multi-state cyclosporiasis outbreak is causing diarrheal illness across the US. Health experts advise on symptoms, food safety, and prevention measures.
THE WEEK · Jul 17, 2026
Over 6,000 people across the US contracted cyclosporiasis from contaminated iceberg lettuce supplied by Taylor Farms to Taco Bell restaurants in five states, with nearly 200 hospitalizations reported.
Breitbart News Network · Jul 17, 2026
Federal health officials identified Mexican lettuce served at Taco Bell in five U.S. states as the source of a cyclospora outbreak affecting over 30 states, surpassing 2019's record infection count.
The Guardian · Jul 17, 2026
A randomized controlled trial by Oxford researchers found that eight-week salsa classes reduced depressive symptoms and social anxiety in young adults, though experts caution it should complement rather than replace clinical treatment.
NZ Herald · Jul 17, 2026
New Zealand authorities are preparing for potential H5 bird flu arrival, with vaccination programs underway for endangered species while backyard chicken owners face difficult biosecurity decisions.
Bangkok Post · Jul 17, 2026
Shredded iceberg lettuce from California supplier Taylor Farms has been identified as a potential contamination source in a cyclosporiasis outbreak affecting thousands across the US, with Michigan reporting over 4,300 cases.
The Transmitter · Jul 17, 2026
Long-term brain implants in patients with epilepsy and ALS are enabling researchers to study how the brain plans and executes speech in everyday settings, revealing neural mechanisms beyond traditional lab experiments.
Manila Bulletin · Jul 17, 2026
A retired Philippine National Police staff sergeant was arrested in a buy-bust operation in Camarines Sur after allegedly selling crystal methamphetamine worth P65,280. The suspect had been under surveillance by the PNP's integrity monitoring unit.
SABC News · Jul 17, 2026
UK researchers have begun human trials for a new Bundibugyo Ebola vaccine developed in just two months, as the outbreak in DRC continues to claim lives and spread to new provinces.
Google News · Jul 17, 2026
Parasitic Outbreak Linked to Taylor Farms Lettuce Supplied to Taco Bell WSJ Cyclospora Linked to Taylor Farms Lettuce Sent to Taco Bell The New York Times CDC, FDA link Taco Bell lettuce suppli…
News-Medical · Jul 17, 2026
A caregiver's account reveals how young-onset Alzheimer's presenting as posterior cortical atrophy disrupts family life, careers, and relationships while exposing gaps in age-appropriate support systems.
Google News · Jul 17, 2026
CDC and FDA have linked a multistate cyclospora outbreak to lettuce supplied by Taylor Farms to Taco Bell locations, prompting investigation into the contamination source.
Juventud Rebelde · Jul 17, 2026
Un equipo de investigadores de Camagüey ganó Premio Nacional de la Academia de Ciencias de Cuba 2025 por desarrollar concentrados plaquetarios innovadores para tratar dolor crónico y cicatrización, incluyendo secuelas de COVID-19.
Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka · Jul 17, 2026
Former Inspector General of Police C.D. Wickramaratne, 63, has died in what authorities report as a suspected suicide by gunshot at his residence in Thalahena.
News-Medical · Jul 17, 2026
A six-cohort study of 2,684 cognitively unimpaired adults found that elevated blood p-tau217 levels predict 38% five-year risk of cognitive impairment, but researchers caution routine screening remains premature pending further validation.
BBC News · Jul 17, 2026
Taco Bell is removing lettuce from menus in five US states after a cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to contaminated produce infected 1,645 people, with 94 hospitalizations reported.
Asia News Network · Jul 17, 2026
Nepal's Central Zoo will reopen Friday after a bird flu outbreak killed dozens of captive birds in June. Environmental samples tested negative for avian influenza, clearing the facility for public visitors.
Infobae · Jul 17, 2026
Más de cinco millones de peruanos padecen hipertensión sin saberlo debido a la ausencia de síntomas iniciales. Los chequeos preventivos anuales son clave para detectar enfermedades crónicas antes de que causen complicaciones graves.
News-Medical · Jul 17, 2026
Researchers at Huntsman Cancer Institute report that daraxonrasib, a RAS-targeting drug, effectively shrinks NRAS-driven melanoma tumors in preclinical models, potentially offering hope for patients who fail immunotherapy.
the-star.co.ke · Jul 17, 2026
Kenyan health experts address the stigmatized issue of compulsive masturbation, exploring psychological triggers, medical concerns, and the need for open dialogue in a society where cultural and religious taboos prevent people from seeking help.