Waiting and worry amid deadly meningitis outbreak in US
In Nashville and beyond, patients like 68 year old Patsy Bivins fear a rare fungal meningitis from a tainted steroid. Federal health officials report over 60 cases across nine states with seven deaths. The CDC linked contamination to a Massachusetts pharmacy and recalled doses sent to about 75 facilities in 23 states. Authorities urge vigilance and early symptom awareness while clinics identify exposed patients.
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McDonald’s Impersonator Demands Free Food At Drive‑Thru
In St Petersburg Florida Joseph Pineda 33 flashed a fake gun and badge at a McDonald’s drive‑thru demanded free food saying he just came from a sting. Deputies found two fake police badges and a handgun in his car center console and he surrendered at gunpoint. He’s charged with impersonating a police officer and improper exhibition of a firearm and held in Pinellas County Jail.
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