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Heat, bugs, germs: U.S. public health prepares for the World Cup

NPR | By Pien Huang
Published June 2, 2026 at 3:18 PM MDT

For months ahead of the World Cup, states and cities have been preparing to protect travelers and local communities from potential threats including foodborne illness and infectious diseases.

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