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đź“…February 9, 2026 at 1:00 PM
Rising US measles cases spark vaccination calls amid outbreaks; global HIV funding boost; new light-based ICU tech; WHO advances women's health; US shifts from WHO to bilateral deals.
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US Measles Cases Surge to 733 with Outbreaks Nationwide

The CDC reports 733 confirmed measles cases across the US, four times the typical annual average, threatening the elimination status since 2000. Dr. Mehmet Oz urges vaccination amid rising cases in multiple states. South Carolina faces its largest outbreak in recent memory.Source 1

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Measles Spread Linked to DC March for Life Rally

Health officials warn of measles transmission at the January National March for Life rally in Washington, D.C., attended by thousands. The DC Department of Health is identifying at-risk individuals from the event.Source 1

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US Approves $5.9 Billion for Global HIV/AIDS Programs

President Trump signed a $5.9 billion spending bill supporting global HIV/AIDS response and public health, praised by UNAIDS for aiding millions worldwide.Source 1

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Tuberculosis and COVID Cases Detected at Texas ICE Facility

Two tuberculosis cases and 18 COVID-19 cases identified at Camp East Montana ICE detention center in El Paso, prompting concerns from officials.Source 1

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Lindo Tube Uses Blue Light to Combat Ventilator Pneumonia

Lindo Life Science's Lindo Tube employs antimicrobial blue light to prevent biofilm buildup in endotracheal tubes, reducing Ventilator-Associated Pneumonia in ICU patients. It has Mayo Clinic collaboration, with prototypes planned for 2026-2027.Source 2

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WHO Hosts Dialogue on Women's Health and Cancer Control

WHO engaged parliamentarians from multiple countries on advancing sexual and reproductive health rights, noncommunicable diseases like cancer, and global health cooperation. Discussions covered cervical cancer elimination, palliative care, and political commitments.Source 3

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US Withdraws from WHO, Shifts to Bilateral Health Compacts

The Trump administration exits WHO, pursuing $16 billion bilateral health agreements with African nations under America First strategy, amid USAID dismantling linked to 600,000 deaths in 2025.Source 5

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Hybrid Cells Explain Rapid Ovarian Cancer Spread

Nagoya University researchers identify cancer-mesothelial cell alliances in ovarian cancer that invade organs faster and resist chemo, observable in patient fluids for better monitoring.Source 6

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ISN Forum Advances B Cell Targeting in Glomerular Disease

111 experts from 27 countries gathered in Seville for ISN forum on B cell biology and therapies for glomerular diseases, highlighting evolving treatment options.Source 7

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First CAR T-Cell Therapy Approved in US for Cancer

The first-ever CAR T-cell therapy receives US approval, marking a milestone in immunotherapy as noted in recent Cancer Discovery updates.Source 14

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Ancient Chinese Root Shows Promise for Hair Regrowth

A traditional Chinese medicinal root gains scientific backing as a potential treatment for common hair loss conditions.Source 12