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Ramsey required open-heart surgery in February 2026 to remove infected tissue and mend damaged heart valves.
Doctors linked an infection from a tiny glass shard to a life-threatening heart condition called endocarditis.
Ramsey was six months pregnant when the infection worsened and required urgent care.
The infection reportedly spread from the foot to the bloodstream and then to the heart over months.
Ramsey emphasized self-advocacy and seeking timely checks when pregnancy symptoms feel off.
The initial injury involved a toddler knocking over a wine glass, leading to Ramsey stepping on glass.
Despite IV and oral antibiotics, her condition deteriorated before the correct diagnosis.
The doctors could not definitively prove the infection came from the glass injury.
Ramsey shared her story to encourage others, especially pregnant women, to trust their instincts.
The piece underscores a warning about how small injuries can have major consequences.

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Dr. Matthew Laurens discusses the CDC travel alert on dengue fever and rising cases.
The CDC travel alert highlights dengue fever's symptoms including fever, rash, and joint pain.
Experts emphasize travelers should take extra precautions due to rising cases this year.
Laurens explains protection and treatment options for dengue fever.
The travel alert underscores dengue as a mosquito-borne illness known for pain.
The report frames dengue as a growing concern for travelers this year.
Laurens is affiliated with the University of Maryland School of Medicine.
The piece appears on Fox45 News as part of a morning segment.
The report cites actions travelers should consider to reduce risk.
No local interventions are detailed beyond traveler guidance.

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Two Americans infected with Ebola in Liberia were evacuated to the United States in 2014, marking a high‑risk medical transport mission.
Phoenix Air agreed to evacuate the patients using the ABCS containment system after government officials sought a safe transport option.
Medical teams practiced a 30‑step process inside a small antechamber to prevent any surface contact during PPE removal.
Dr. Kent Brantly received ZMapp, an experimental drug, during the critical hours of the mission.
The evacuees reached the United States and were moved to Emory University Hospital for isolation and care.
Phoenix Air conducted more than 40 Ebola missions, becoming the official Ebola airline for the U.S. Department of State.
Brantly and Writebol recovered after lengthy hospital stays, with one later recalling the moment of reunion.
The mission faced public fear, protests, and hostile reactions from some as information about Ebola spread.

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The Kent outbreak prompted a JCVI review of meningitis vaccine eligibility for teenagers and young adults.
Meg Draper, 18, died from meningitis B while studying at the University of Bournemouth in October 2025.
UKHSA said neither the MenB vaccine for infants nor the MenACWY vaccine for teenagers protects against all strains.
Meg’s family and others worry about misinformation and guidance on MenB vaccination for students.
Public health officials confirmed ongoing reviews of vaccine programs as new evidence emerges.
Universities and NHS centres attempted on-campus vaccination efforts focused on MenACWY rather than MenB.
Meg’s parents described the medical response as confusing and frustrating at times.
UKHSA advised parents to seek help promptly if meningitis symptoms appear, even with vaccination.
Welsh and UK health authorities are considering extending MenB access to older teens.
The University of Bournemouth stressed it could not provide MenB vaccine on campus but noted MenACWY availability elsewhere.

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