Disney World is planning its first new theme park since 1998, with a massive 400-500 acre mega-park and two smaller water parks, along with new hotels, entertainment, and a luxury steakhouse. The park expansion aims to enhance visitor experience, while other attractions like Test Track are being upgraded. Some classic Disney attractions are being replaced to make room for new developments, signaling a significant investment in Disney's Florida resort for the coming decades.
Two young boys in Texas contracted hand, foot, and mouth disease (HFMD) after visiting water parks, leading to severe symptoms including painful lesions, high fever, and seizures. Pediatricians warn that HFMD cases rise in early summer and fall, and the disease is highly contagious, often spread through contact with infected fluids or water. Parents are advised to be vigilant and ensure children avoid contact with others if diagnosed.
Disney's Blizzard Beach, one of the two water parks at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida, remains closed indefinitely for refurbishment. Progress is being made with several areas being replaced, and it is expected to reopen sometime in early 2024. In the meantime, Disney's Typhoon Lagoon is open for guests.
