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Trending Patient News: Week of August 18, 2025
August 22, 2025

Keeping you a step ahead is our priority. That's why we've gathered some of the top stories your patients might be seeing. Here are this week's highlights:
California resident catches the plague, likely from infected flea at Lake Tahoe, officials say
(NBC News)—The case has sparked renewed attention on rare but persistent zoonotic threats in recreational areas. Read more
How does Legionnaires’ disease spread? What to know about NYC outbreak
(USA Today)—Public health officials are investigating cooling towers as the likely source of the city's largest outbreak in years. Read more
'Beware' mousse-based sunscreen, FDA warns
(Newsweek)—Concerns center on misleading packaging and inconsistent protection, especially for children. Read more
The national suicide hotline for LGBTQ+ youth went dead. States are scrambling to help.
(KFF Health News)—The abrupt shutdown of a vital lifeline has left vulnerable youth without tailored support. Read more
Ticks are migrating, but scant surveillance may leave doctors in the dark on patient treatment
(NPR)—As tick populations shift, gaps in data could hinder timely diagnosis of emerging tick-borne diseases. Read more
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