HEALTH June 18 Fatal bacterial infections surging in Japan with unknown cause, reports says Japan is reporting a spike in potentially fatal bacterial infections. Cases of streptococcal toxic shock syndrome (STSS) have tripled in number compared to the same time last year.
HEALTH June 12 Tiger mosquitoes blamed for spread of dengue fever: ‘Most invasive species’ As dengue fever continues to spread throughout Europe, experts are blaming an invasive mosquito species as the culprit. Infectious disease experts share words of caution.
HEALTH June 12 Amid surging cruise ship illnesses, experts share ways to stay safe on the high seas Nothing disrupts a cruise ship vacation like an outbreak of illness — but by taking the proper preventative measures, you can help reduce the risk of seafaring sickness.
World Health Organization May 29 US health secretary says an agreement on global pandemic response treaty is near Health officials are meeting to try to wrap up negotiations on a pandemic response treaty and updates to existing International Health Rules, but countries are considering an extension.
INFECTIOUS DISEASE May 23 Despite growing concerns over bird flu, many US dairy workers have not received protective equipment The CDC advised workers to use protective equipment if they may be exposed to sick livestock after a Texas dairy worker tested positive for bird flu, but many have not received any.
HEALTH May 16 CDC, WebMD give update on current bird flu outbreak: ‘Be alert, not alarmed’ As bird flu continues to spread among cattle in the U.S., the CDC and WebMD joined forces on Thursday to present a live-streamed briefing on the status of the outbreak.
United Kingdom May 10 First case of mad cow disease in 2 years reported in UK A case of mad cow disease was detected in the United Kingdom for the first time in two years. Chief Veterinary Officer Sheila Voas said the isolated case presents minimal risk.
HEALTH May 6 As cholera cases rise worldwide, health officials sound 'concerning' alarm about vaccine shortages As cholera continues to surge — and as vaccines remain in short supply — experts are warning about the global risk. Here's what to know about the bacterial disease.
HEALTH May 3 Texas cats die on dairy farm after drinking raw milk contaminated with bird flu, CDC warns A cluster of cats on a Texas dairy farm died after drinking raw milk from dairy cows affected with bird flu, according to a report from the CDC. An infectious disease expert commented.
Monkeypox May 2 Mpox outbreak that is rapidly spreading through Congo may be a new form of the disease Scientists say a mutated form of mpox, detected in a mining town in Congo, might spread more easily among people than previous outbreaks.