Mark Peterson
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While over 450 fatalities from H5N1 have been recorded globally since 2003, this is the first death in North America. Of the 67 human cases of H5N1 reported in the U.S.—nearly all in 2024—this marks the first severe outcome, as prior cases were limited to mild symptoms. #MedSky
January 6, 2025 at 10:34 PM
While over 450 fatalities from H5N1 have been recorded globally since 2003, this is the first death in North America. Of the 67 human cases of H5N1 reported in the U.S.—nearly all in 2024—this marks the first severe outcome, as prior cases were limited to mild symptoms. #MedSky
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A common stomach bug, norovirus, is surging dramatically, according to the CDC. In the week of December 5, there were 91 outbreaks of norovirus reported—up from 69 the previous week. To put this in perspective, recent years have seen 65 or fewer outbreaks during the same period. #IDSky #MedSky
Norovirus cases are surging. A doctor explains what to look for | CNN
The number of norovirus cases is increasing across the US, but there are ways to reduce your chances of infection and stave off dehydration and other symptoms.
www.cnn.com
January 2, 2025 at 2:42 PM
Sent a student teacher on their way today. They were the last candidate in their program at a MN college, and that part of their education dept is donzo. #edusky
November 17, 2023 at 11:11 PM
Sent a student teacher on their way today. They were the last candidate in their program at a MN college, and that part of their education dept is donzo. #edusky