- The outbreak has sickened thousands — Michigan reported 7,171 cases (102 hospitalized); the CDC lists 4,173 lab-confirmed cases across 41 states and hundreds hospitalized, though no deaths.
- Some illnesses have been linked to shredded iceberg lettuce served at Taco Bell and to Taylor Farms' central Mexico-grown lettuce, but Mexican officials say there's no confirmed link.
- Health officials say tracing the source is difficult because fresh produce has a short shelf life and many more suspected cases remain under investigation.
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- Medicare launched an 18‑month pilot letting people 65+ get GLP‑1 weight‑loss drugs (Wegovy, Foundayo, Zepbound) for $50/month, and demand is high.
- Many seniors are choosing injectables over the new pills because injectables have shown larger weight loss in trials (as much as ~22% vs ~11–14% for pills).
- Early rollout is mixed: most authorizations are rapid, but some patients face delays and clinicians report significant administrative hassle.
- A UK-based humanitarian worker was flown from DR Congo to a London hospital after a possible Ebola exposure; they have no symptoms and are being monitored as a precaution.
- Officials stress Ebola is not airborne but spreads through direct contact with bodily fluids, so the risk to the general public is low.
- The DR Congo outbreak is serious—around 2,400 confirmed cases and nearly 1,000 deaths—and is caused by the Bundibugyo strain, for which there’s currently no vaccine.
- Ouch — he fouled a pitch into his groin, ended up with a ruptured testicle, had surgery and was placed on the 10-day IL (eligible to return July 30).
- A real bummer timing: Kuroda-Grauer was off to a .417 start in his first 16 MLB games and even hit his first big-league homer.
- With Jacob Wilson back and Zack Gelof nearing a return, his playing time when healthy could be limited — makes for an awkward roster squeeze.
- New Jersey man survives a near-fatal heart attack thanks to quick action by nearby police officers.
- Officers performed life-saving measures on the scene and are credited with saving his life.
- He publicly thanked the officers as he left the hospital — a heartfelt moment of gratitude.
- Liberty coach Jamey Chadwell says surgery for a “serious but treatable” condition has him feeling the best he has since 2023 — still with some physical limits but mentally sharp and optimistic.
- Chadwell is more excited for the upcoming season and vows his health won’t be a drag this year; players say his handling of adversity has actually brought the team closer.
- Reminder of his résumé and standing: after a 13-1 2023 debut, results have fluctuated, but Chadwell remains well-respected around the league.
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