illness

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At least six of the Native American leaders who accepted Jefferson’s invitation to visit Washington, D.C., between 1804 and 1809 died of illness before they could return to their families.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026

The company blamed its preliminary numbers on a weaker respiratory illness season, citing a 30% drop in U.S. influenza-like illness visits compared with the first quarter of 2025.

From Barron's • Apr. 16, 2026

The fund aims to support low-income households facing sudden financial shocks such as losing a job, unexpected bills, illness or changes in family circumstances.

From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026

This recounts the tragedy of a young man, Richard “Beebo” Russell, who in the throes of mental illness stole a plane and managed to take off into the Pacific Northwest.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026

In high enough doses, radiation sickness almost always causes nausea, headaches, and a general feeling of illness that can last anywhere from a few hours to two days.

From "Meltdown" by Deirdre Langeland