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Dr. Amy Acton, former Ohio Department of Health director, is running for governor

Former Ohio Department of Health Director Dr. Amy Acton helped lead the state through the first months of the COVID-19 pandemic, earning her both praise and scorn. Now, she's running as a Democrat to replace term-limited Gov.

The Hill · 20h

Ohio’s COVID-era health director becomes first Dem to file for governor

Former Ohio Department of Health Director Amy Acton announced Tuesday that she’s running for governor, becoming the first Democrat to enter the race to replace term-limited Gov. Mike DeWine (R).

Axios Columbus on MSN · 20h

Amy Acton, former state health director, to campaign for Ohio governor

Amy Acton, the former state health director who led Ohio's initial COVID-19 response, has announced a campaign for governor, per AP and other reports. Why it matters: The Democrat hopes to leverage her pandemic popularity and name recognition to flip the governor's seat in 2026 after four terms of Republican control.

Cleveland.com · 20h

Dr. Amy Acton launches Democratic campaign for Ohio governor in 2026

Acton, who has been hinting at such a run since last summer, is the first Ohio Democrat to launch a 2026 gubernatorial campaign.

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MSNBC on MSN · 19h

First human death from bird flu reported in U.S., but officials say health risk to public remains low

The patient in Louisiana was older than 65 and was reported to have had underlying medical conditions, health officials said.

WGMB Baton Rouge on MSN · 1d

First US bird flu death reported in Louisiana, health officials say

Louisiana has reported the first bird flu-related death in the U.S. Here’s what health officials are saying about the case and how to protect yourself:

BBC · 1d

First bird flu-related death reported in US

The patient had been taken to hospital after contracting a major strain of bird flu, known as H5N1. Louisiana health department said they were over the age of 65, and had other underlying health conditions.

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Fact Check: Has RFK Jr. Secured Votes to Become Health Secretary?

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. claimed to have secured votes for HHS secretary despite no evidence to support the claim ...

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Drinking coffee in the morning cuts risk of premature death, study indicates

New research published Wednesday in the European Heart Journal suggests that when you enjoy your cup of Joe might be just as ...

The Manila Times on MSN1h

DOH warns of more respiratory diseases

THE Department of Health (DOH) is encouraging the public to practice respiratory etiquette as the northeast monsoon, or ...

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Mental health disorders attributed to more service member hospital stays than any other ailment: DoD

Mental health disorders are on the rise within the military, now accounting for more hospitalizations than any other ailment, ...

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State releases names of 104 victims killed by Hurricane Helene in North Carolina: NCDHHS

State officials have released a list naming the 104 people in North Carolina who were killed by Hurricane Helene.

IL Dept. of Public Health warns against rise in norovirus

The Illinois Department of Public Health is asking residents to stay vigilant against the rise of norovirus. In a Facebook ...

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Norovirus Outbreaks: Public Health Official Warns of New Strain

The highly contagious illness has reached its highest levels for this time of year in more than a decade, according to the ...

WFRV Green Bay on MSN1h

Health Department: Case of mumps confirmed in Wisconsin

Authorities with a health department in Wisconsin say they have been notified of a confirmed case of mumps. According to a ...

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