Alexa Lardieri

Alexa Lardieri is the US Deputy Health Editor for DailyMail.com. She joined the team in 2023 after working at U.S. News & World Report for nearly a decade, where she gained experience reporting on politics, elections, education and healthcare. Her most recent articles cover topics such as health crises and medical breakthroughs.

Biography:  https://www.dailymail.co.uk/profile-665/alexa-lardieri.html?page=2

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The Daily's Verdict

This author is known for its high journalistic standards. The author strives to maintain neutrality and transparency in its reporting, and avoids conflicts of interest. The author has a reputation for accuracy and rarely gets contradicted on major discrepancies in its reporting.

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Conflicts of Interest

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Contradictions

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  • Five cases of valley fever have been identified among attendees of the Lightning in a Bottle music festival.
  • Valley fever is an infectious disease caused by the coccidioides fungus that grows in the soil and dirt.

Deceptions

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Recent Articles

Five Cases of Valley Fever Identified at California Music Festival: Three Hospitalized, Public Health Director Shares Personal Experience

Five Cases of Valley Fever Identified at California Music Festival: Three Hospitalized, Public Health Director Shares Personal Experience

Broke On: Tuesday, 30 July 2024 Five cases of valley fever, a potentially deadly fungal infection, have been identified among attendees of the Lightning in a Bottle music festival in California, with three hospitalized. Public Health Director Brynn Carrigan and other festivalgoers shared their experiences with the illness, which is caused by the coccidioides fungus found in certain regions of California. Kern County has the highest incidence rate for valley fever cases in the state.
CDC Warns of Multistate Listeria Outbreak Linked to Deli Meats, Two Deaths Reported

CDC Warns of Multistate Listeria Outbreak Linked to Deli Meats, Two Deaths Reported

Broke On: Friday, 19 July 2024 The CDC reports a multistate listeria outbreak linked to sliced deli meats, with 28 hospitalized and two deaths in New Jersey and Illinois. Pregnant individuals, the elderly, and those with weakened immune systems are at higher risk of severe illness or death. The investigation is ongoing to determine the source of contamination. The CDC advises against consuming deli meat unless reheated to 165°F and urges anyone with symptoms after consuming deli meat in the past month to contact their healthcare provider.
Bubonic Plague Confirmed in Oregon: What You Need to Know

Bubonic Plague Confirmed in Oregon: What You Need to Know

Broke On: Tuesday, 13 February 2024 The bubonic plague, caused by Yersinia pestis bacteria, can be transmitted through fleas or direct contact with infected tissues. The disease has two forms: bubonic and pneumonic. A human case was confirmed in Oregon on February 12th, 2024. It's important to seek medical attention immediately if you have been close to the patient or their pet, as well as take flea control measures such as using insect repellent and properly disposing of dead animals.