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Economic Times
2 days ago
- Health
- Economic Times
After 1,288 measles cases, plague detected in US. Check symptoms and what you should do?
The person tested positive for Yersinia pestis, which is the bacteria that causes the Plague At least one person has died in Arizona as a result of Plague, reports Fox 10. The person died on the same day they showed up at the Flagstaff Medical Center with symptoms. The person tested positive for Yersinia pestis, which is the bacteria that causes the Plague. Also, earlier this week, Coconino County Health department officials reported that prairie dogs are dying in northern Arizona and officials are concerned the cause could be the plague. Coconino County Health and Human Services recently received a report of a prairie dog die-off on private land northeast of Flagstaff. ALSO READ: Free Slurpee Day 2025: How to grab a free Slurpee on July 11 at 7-11 Before before they're gone According to the World Health Organization, plague is caused by the bacteria Yersinia pestis, a zoonotic bacteria usually found in small mammals and their fleas. Plague is transmitted between animals and humans by the bite of infected fleas, direct contact with infected tissues, and inhalation of infected respiratory can be a very severe disease in people, with a case-fatality ratio of 30% to 60% for the bubonic type, and is always fatal for the pneumonic kind when left untreated, the WHO says. Antibiotic treatment is effective against plague bacteria, so early diagnosis and early treatment can save lives. Currently, the three most endemic countries are the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Madagascar, and Peru. ALSO READ: White House under fire for bizarre 'Superman Trump' image, Internet says 'delete this, it's cringe' According to the Cleveland Clinic, the Plague usually spreads through bites from fleas that previously bit an infected animal. The website notes there are three types of plagues: Bubonic, Septicemic, and Pneumonic. They are each named for the part of the body that gets a Yersinia pestis infection."While it still exists, plague is extremely rare now. Worldwide, 1,000 to 2,000 people are diagnosed with plague every year. Only about seven cases are reported in the U.S. each year," read a portion of Cleveland Clinic's website. Some of the common symptoms of plague are: fever, chills, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, weakness, fatigue and dizziness. A number of animals carry and spread the plague, including: rodents, including rats, mice, prairie dogs, ground squirrels, gerbils, and guinea pigs, other small mammals, pet dogs and pet cats, deer and camels."You need to get treated immediately if you have plague. While antibiotics work well, you have the best chance of getting better if you start taking them within 24 hours of noticing symptoms," read a portion of Cleveland Clinic's website. ALSO READ: Trump's State department firing begins: Over 1,300 jobs slashed in latest layoff wave This is not the first time a Plague case has been identified in Northern Arizona. In 1996, there were five identified cases in the Four Corners region of Arizona and Colorado, and an 18-year-old from Flagstaff died during that outbreak. In 2007, there was one confirmed case, and in 2014 and 2015, flea in Flagstaff tested positive for comes at a time when the United States has reported 1,288 measles cases this year — the highest number in 33 years, according to the latest figures from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The last time the US saw more measles cases was in 1992, eight years before the disease was declared eliminated in the country."We're seeing a lot more measles transmission than we are used to," says Caitlin Rivers. She's the director of the Center for Outbreak Response Innovation at Johns Hopkins University, which has its own measles dashboard. "Measles is one of the most infectious diseases known to humans. And more importantly, it's preventable. And so we really hate to see this resurgence of a preventable virus," Rivers says.
Economic Times
3 days ago
- General
- Economic Times
National French Fry Day: This simple tip will help you make restaurant-style perfect fries at home
Reuters The annual holiday offers fry lovers the opportunity to score some tempting deals on their favorite salty treat The US celebrates the National French Fry Day on the second Friday in July. On this year's National French Fry Day, several popular chain and eateries are offering deals and discounts on fan favorite annual holiday offers fry lovers the opportunity to score some tempting deals on their favorite salty treat. This year, restaurants and brands are rolling out a mix of freebies and steep discounts. There's even a giveaway on a new fry-crusted pizza. Anyone can make crispy, golden brown French fries. After all, they are just fried potatoes. But you do make a little extra efforts than simply throwing some potato pieces into a deep queen Martha Stewart advised on how to make perfect French fries at home, and here's what she recommends, aka the perfect classic double-fry. You should start with russet potatoes, the best ones, as they have starchy texture and crisp finish. To make perfect homemade French fries, chop the potatoes evenly into fry shapes either using a sharp knife or a mandoline with a French fry blade. ALSO READ: Carlos Alcaraz storms into Wimbledon finals: Inside his love life and how he made millions at 22 Soak the cut potatoes in cold water for at least four hours (and up to 24) to leach out excess starch, then drain and dry them thoroughly. You would be surprised to know the secret of restaurant-style fries-- cook them twice to get the best taste. All you need to do is heat two inches of oil in a Dutch oven (or deep-fat fryer) to 300°F. Fry the potatoes in batches for about 3 minutes, just until they soften without browning, then transfer them to paper-towel-lined sheets and let the oil return to temperature between batches. The blanched fries can rest in the refrigerator for up to four the second cook, the oil temperature should be higher, about 350°F. Fry the potatoes again until golden (about 4 to 4½ minutes), and add a pinch of rosemary and lemon zest in the final 20 seconds. Drain, season generously with coarse salt, and serve immediately. ALSO READ: Free Slurpee Day 2025: How to grab a free Slurpee on July 11 at 7-11 Before before they're gone Arby'sOrder a cheesesteak online and Arby's will reward you with free fries—any size—on your next visit. Just be sure to claim the offer within one week of receiving it. Burger King On Friday, July 11, Royal Perks members can enjoy any size fries for free with a purchase of $1 or more. Plus, DashPass members on DoorDash get a buy-one-get-one-free deal on Chicken Fries that same day. Carl's Jr. Rewards members can grab any size of natural-cut or waffle fries for free with the purchase of any menu item—just order through the app, online at or in person. ALSO READ: Taylor Fritz makes it to Wimbledon 2025 semifinals: Know how much money the US star makes Fatburger Now through Sunday, July 13, order any burger or sandwich online and score a free order of Fat or Skinny Fries. Just use code FryDay25 at checkout. Hardee's Spend $5 or more on Friday, July 11, and unlock a Fry Pass! Starting Saturday, July 12, you can enjoy a free order of fries (any size) every day through the end of the year. Jack in the Box On Friday, July 11, Jack Pack rewards members can score free fries with any purchase—whether online, in-app, or in person. McDonald's Fridays already mean free medium fries with a $1+ in-app purchase through Dec. 26, but to celebrate, McDonald's is offering another free medium fries deal with a $1 minimum in the app—available now through Sunday, July 13.
