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¿Qué debes saber sobre el virus de Marburgo? La explicación de nuestra analista médica

Published Sun, 09 Mar 2025 21:18:25 GMT

(CNN) — Guinea Ecuatorial, país de África Occidental, declaró un brote de la enfermedad del virus de Marburgo a mediados de febrero. Hubo al menos nueve casos confirmados por laboratorio, siete de los cuales resultaron en la muerte, y 20 casos probables de personas muertas en este brote, según la Organización Mundial de la Salud.Ahora, las autoridades de Tanzania, en el este de África, han confirmado el primer caso de la enfermedad mortal en ese país. Los funcionarios de salud están investigando un total de ocho casos, cinco de los cuales murieron, e identificaron un total de 161 contactos que están siendo monitoreados.Como la mayoría de la gente sabe ahora desde el punto álgido de la pandemia de covid-19, un virus puede propagarse de un país a otro y saltar de un continente a otro a través de la transmisión humana. En términos de infección, somos una comunidad, por lo que recurrí a la Dra. Leana Wen, analista médica de CNN, para preguntarle sobre el virus de Marburgo. Wen es ...

Part of Route 1 in Va. remains shutdown due to police standoff with armed woman

Published Sun, 09 Mar 2025 21:18:25 GMT

Part of Richmond Highway in Fairfax County, Virginia, being shut down while police are trying to help a woman who has barricaded herself in a car around 5 a.m. Wednesday. (WTOP/Luke Lukert)Part of Richmond Highway in Fairfax County, Virginia, is still shut down Wednesday while police are trying to help a woman who has barricaded herself in a car for almost 20 hours.Route 1 has been closed in both directions for several blocks between Boswell Ave and Lockheed Boulevard in the Hybla Valley area since around 11 a.m. Tuesday morning.More Local NewsMore Virginia NewsMore Fairfax County NewsFairfax County Police said in a tweet that “this closure will impact rush hour traffic,” and drivers should avoid the area. Alternative routes include Interstate 95, the George Washington Parkway and Virginia Route 611.As the sun rose Wednesday, at the intersection of Route 1 and Arlington Drive, dozens of police officers tried to coax the woman out of her vehicle, pleading that they wanted...

UniFirst: Fiscal Q2 Earnings Snapshot

Published Sun, 09 Mar 2025 21:18:25 GMT

WILMINGTON, Mass. (AP) — WILMINGTON, Mass. (AP) — UniFirst Corp. (UNF) on Wednesday reported profit of $17.8 million in its fiscal second quarter.On a per-share basis, the Wilmington, Massachusetts-based company said it had net income of 95 cents.The uniform provider posted revenue of $542.7 million in the period.UniFirst expects full-year earnings to be $5.02 to $5.37 per share, with revenue in the range of $2.21 billion to $2.22 billion._____This story was generated by Automated Insights (http://automatedinsights.com/ap) using data from Zacks Investment Research. Access a Zacks stock report on UNF at https://www.zacks.com/ap/UNFSource

New to Colorado? 20 facts you should know

Published Sun, 09 Mar 2025 21:18:25 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) -- From incredible mountain views to endless opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts, the Centennial State is a popular travel destination.Whether you are new to Colorado or interested in the history of our state, here are some facts that you might be able to use to win a game of trivia or impress your friends. What is the difference between altitude and elevation? 10 basic facts about ColoradoHere is a look at 10 basic facts about our state from the Colorado Department of Personnel and Administration:Colorado became a state in 1876The nickname of Colorado is The Centennial StateThe state bird of Colorado is the Lark BuntingThe flower of Colorado is the ColumbineThe state tree of Colorado is the Blue SpruceThe state fossil for Colorado is StegosaurusThe state animal is the Rocky Mountain Bighorn SheepThe state fish is the Greenback Cutthroat TroutThe state gemstone is the AquamarineThe state motto is Nil Sine Numine: Nothing Without Divine Will or Providence Sorry, yo...

What Colorado's new workforce, household finances look like

Published Sun, 09 Mar 2025 21:18:25 GMT

DENVER (KDVR) — The post-COVID Colorado household profile is one with recent arrivals of high-paying jobs and deep pockets, according to the most recent U.S. Census Bureau data. The 10 most expensive homes in Denver Colorado was one of the nation's most moved-to states through the 2010s, and as of 2021, it was one of the states with the highest share of recent non-local residents, according to the American Community Survey. Among U.S. states, it has the highest share of occupied housing units that were moved into in 2019 or later. It had the sixth-highest share of people who lived in a different state in the past year. Colorado's new household profile is more well-to-do than most states.The Centennial State now has some of the nation's highest income levels. It ranks seventh in the U.S. for the median family income, which was $102,073 in 2021. It is one of only nine states with a median family income of over $100,000, ranking just below Washington and above Hawaii. It ranks ninth...

FDA approves first over-the-counter drug for opioid overdose reversal

Published Sun, 09 Mar 2025 21:18:25 GMT

(The Hill) -- The first ever over-the-counter version of the opioid overdose reversal drug naloxone was approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on Wednesday, a move that could dramatically increase access to the lifesaving medication.The FDA approved Narcan, the brand name version of the drug manufactured by Emergent BioSolutions.Naloxone is a medicine that can help reduce opioid overdose deaths and when administered timely, usually within minutes of the first signs of an overdose, can counter the effects. American IQs rose 30 points in the last century. Now, they may be falling. According to the FDA, prescription Narcan is currently the most commonly sold emergency treatment for opioid overdose in U.S. pharmacies. It was first approved in 2015 to treat known or suspected opioid overdoses for people of all ages, including newborns. Until now, it was only available with a prescription, though all 50 states have found workarounds to make the drug available at ...

Shooting investigation underway in NW Miami-Dade neighborhood

Published Sun, 09 Mar 2025 21:18:25 GMT

Miami-Dade Police officers are investigating a neighborhood in Northwest Miami-Dade after a man was shot on Wednesday morning. Reports of shots fired were called in around 6 a.m. and now police officers are investigating a house on Northwest 44th Street near Northwest 22nd Avenue.Just after 6 a.m., Miami-Dade Fire Rescue transported a man to Jackson Memorial Hospital where he was listed in stable condition.Authorities blocked off the street while they searched a car that was parked near the home they investigated. Evidence markers were seen next to the vehicle, which normally indicates some kind of shooting.Neighbors expressed concern and said the car belongs to an older man who lives in the house under investigation. They do not know if he is connected to this incident. Police have not released information on a possible suspect.Please check back on WSVN.com and 7News for more details on this developing story.

Boy with terminal brain cancer embarks on journey of becoming honorary police officer at multiple agencies

Published Sun, 09 Mar 2025 21:18:25 GMT

AURORA, Co. (WSVN) – A boy battling terminal brain and spine cancer for half of his life accomplished another milestone Monday, when he was sworn in by Aurora Police Department.Officer Devarjaye Daniel, 11, repeated the oath word for word as he held his right hand up. His ultimate goal is to be sworn in by 758 agencies across the country and according to his family, he is close to reaching that goal.His father, Theodis Daniel, was present as his son promised to protect and serve others. The two have been on the road raising awareness about children battling cancer while meeting with law enforcement agencies.Daniel said the reason he choose the number 758 is in honor of his friend Abigail Arias, who lost her cancer battle in 2019. She was also a sworn in as honorary officer and that was her badge number.

Taylor Swift fans hold rally as they take Ticketmaster to court in DTLA over monopoly accusations

Published Sun, 09 Mar 2025 21:18:25 GMT

LOS ANGELES (KABC) — Taylor Swift fans took Ticketmaster to court in downtown Los Angeles on Monday, accusing the company of intentionally misleading them when the star released tickets for her “Eras” tour in November.About 300 “Swifties” allege that the company engaged in fraud, price-fixing and antitrust violations. The lawsuit claims Ticketmaster intentionally charged sky-high fees and sold their tickets to scalpers.The singer is also frustrated by the fiasco, in which many of her fans experienced delays or were prevented from getting tickets to her “Eras” tour during the presale on Ticketmaster, promising she’s trying to figure out how the situation can be improved in the future.Those suing Ticketmaster claim the company is a monopoly – owning 70% of the market – and that they feel the company takes advantage of fans who want to go see their favorite singers in concert.“I would love to hit them where it hurts, but...

Police: Bicyclist killed in Lynn hit-and-run crash

Published Sun, 09 Mar 2025 21:18:25 GMT

A bicyclist is dead following a hit-and-run crash in Lynn Wednesday morning, according to police.The incident happened on Route 107 northbound between Ida and Cooper Streets. That area of the road remains closed as of 8:30 a.m., with traffic being rerouted down Ida Street.State police say they have sent their Crash Reconstruction Unit and Crime Scene Unit investigating. The incident remains under investigation and no additional information has been released.This is a developing story; stay with 7NEWS on-air and online for the latest updates.