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CDC study estimates 20-fold increase in certain types of birth defects in pregnancies with possible Zika infection compared with pre-Zika years – Media Statement

The proportion of Zika-affected pregnancies with birth defects is approximately 20-fold higher compared with the proportion of pregnancies seen in 2013-2014, which is before Zika was introduced into the Americas, according to an article published today in CDC’s Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report.

CDC surveys find increase in the number of U.S. counties with Aedes aegypti and Aedes albopictus mosquitoes that can spread Zika – Media Statement

The Southern United States shows a substantial increase in the number of counties that reported evidence of the mosquitoes that can spread chikungunya, dengue, and Zika viruses, according to new research by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) published in the Journal of Medical Entomology June 19.

2023 Social Security COLA Increase: Hammond Law Group Provides Estate Planning Tips for Retirees

Colorado Springs, Colorado – As part of its unwavering commitment to retirees’ financial security, Hammond Law Group is pleased to offer crucial estate planning insights to ensure retirees can navigate these changes with confidence. Retirees across the nation depend on Social Security benefits for financial stability during their golden years. The annual COLA, such as … Continue reading 2023 Social Security COLA Increase: Hammond Law Group Provides Estate Planning Tips for Retirees

U.S. Syphilis Cases in Newborns Continue to Increase: A 10-Times Increase Over a Decade

CDC is recommending concerted action to stop the increase of newborn syphilis cases and continues to sound the alarm about the consequences of a rapidly accelerating epidemic of sexually transmitted infections in the United States. Syphilis during pregnancy can cause tragic outcomes, like miscarriage, stillbirth, infant death, and lifelong medical issues.

How can health departments respond to the 30% increase in Emergency Department visits for suspected opioid overdoses? – Media Advisory

Emergency Department visits for suspected opioid overdoses increased 30 percent from third quarter 2016 to third quarter 2017 in 16 states that have been hit hard by the opioid overdose epidemic.

Tabor Law Firm Cautions Community About Recent Increase of Accidents Involving Intoxicated Drivers in Indiana

Indianapolis, Indiana – Tabor Law Firm, a leading law firm in Indianapolis that handles serious car accident injury and wrongful death cases, is urging drivers to exercise caution on the roads due to the recent increase in accidents involving intoxicated drivers. The firm has seen a significant uptick in the number of accidents resulting in serious … Continue reading Tabor Law Firm Cautions Community About Recent Increase of Accidents Involving Intoxicated Drivers in Indiana

U.S. drug overdose deaths continue to rise; increase fueled by synthetic opioids – Press Release

An in-depth analysis of 2016 U.S. drug overdose data shows that America’s overdose epidemic is spreading geographically and increasing across demographic groups.

Increase in 2023 Veterans Disability Compensation Rates

David W. Magann Social Security Disability Tampa, FL (Law Firm Newswire) February 14, 2023 – The Social Security Administration (SSA) announced a cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) that will impact nearly 70 million Americans. The record increase of 8.7 percent adds benefits per check for the average retiree. In addition, disabled veterans with a VA rating of … Continue reading Increase in 2023 Veterans Disability Compensation Rates

Increase in 2023 Veterans Disability Compensation Rates

David W. Magann Social Security Disability Tampa, FL (Law Firm Newswire) February 14, 2023 – The Social Security Administration (SSA) announced a cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) that will impact nearly 70 million Americans. The record increase of 8.7 percent adds benefits per check for the average retiree. In addition, disabled veterans with a VA rating of … Continue reading Increase in 2023 Veterans Disability Compensation Rates