HELENA, Mont. — Montana lawmakers are debating a bill that could make the state the first in the nation to ban mRNA vaccines, igniting a fierce debate about vaccine safety, individual liberties, and the role of science in public health policy. House Bill 371 (HB 371), sponsored by State Rep. Greg Kmetz (R-Miles City), has drawn both passionate support and staunch … [Read more...] about Montana Considers Becoming First US State To Ban mRNA Vaccine Use
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New H5N1 Bird Flu Virus Genotype Found In US Cows In Second Spillover Event
The ongoing saga of the H5N1 bird flu virus has taken a concerning turn. After initially appearing in US dairy cows in spring 2024, attributed to the B3.13 genotype, a new strain has emerged. The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) recently confirmed the detection of the D1.1 genotype in milk samples, marking the second spillover event in this outbreak. This development raises … [Read more...] about New H5N1 Bird Flu Virus Genotype Found In US Cows In Second Spillover Event
Joint Vaccine Against COVID-19 And Flu Provides Strong Protection In Early Tests
Tired of juggling separate flu and COVID-19 shots? Imagine a future where a single injection shields you from both seasonal influenza and the ever-present threat of SARS-CoV-2. Groundbreaking research suggests this dream could soon become a reality. A new study details a promising approach using a deactivated virus to deliver proteins from both influenza A and SARS-CoV-2, … [Read more...] about Joint Vaccine Against COVID-19 And Flu Provides Strong Protection In Early Tests
Why more Americans are dying from the cold
Despite global warming trends, cold-related deaths in the United States are on the rise. Counterintuitive as it seems, new research highlights the growing risk of extreme cold on public health. This alarming phenomenon reveals a complex interplay of climate change, social factors, and economic disparities, creating a dangerous landscape for vulnerable populations. The Cold … [Read more...] about Why more Americans are dying from the cold
The World Has A New Leading Infectious Killer – And It’s Not COVID-19
In a shocking turn of events, tuberculosis (TB) has reclaimed its grim title as the leading infectious killer globally, overtaking COVID-19. This revelation comes from the latest World Health Organization (WHO) report, which highlights the urgent need for global action. With over 1.25 million deaths attributed to TB in 2023, it dwarfs the COVID-19 death toll of 320,000 during … [Read more...] about The World Has A New Leading Infectious Killer – And It’s Not COVID-19