Mpox has been declared a global health emergency, with growing concerns over its transmission methods and evolving nature.
'Highly evolved' polio strain may have leaked from Chinese lab: study
A new study suggests a strain of polio may have originated from a Wuhan lab, raising concerns about virology research safety.
Global diabetes rate has doubled in last 30 years: study DW 11/14/2024
The global prevalence of diabetes has doubled in 30 years, with 800 million adults affected, primarily in developing countries.
The Anthropology of Past Disease Outbreaks Can Help Prevent Future Ones
Emerging infectious diseases have been increasing in frequency since the turn of the century due to ancient human factors.
Cholera now threatens 1bn people. It's time to finish what we began in the 19th century
John Snow's discovery of contaminated water as the source of a cholera outbreak led to the development of water and sewage systems, preventing future outbreaks.
Cholera outbreaks continue globally due to factors like conflict, poverty, and climate crisis, with vaccine shortages exacerbating the situation.
Mosquito-borne diseases spreading in Europe due to climate crisis, says expert
Mosquito-borne diseases are spreading globally due to climate breakdown, posing a threat to previously unaffected regions
How Does Mpox Spread, and Who Is Most at Risk?
Mpox has been declared a global health emergency, with growing concerns over its transmission methods and evolving nature.
'Highly evolved' polio strain may have leaked from Chinese lab: study
A new study suggests a strain of polio may have originated from a Wuhan lab, raising concerns about virology research safety.
Global diabetes rate has doubled in last 30 years: study DW 11/14/2024
The global prevalence of diabetes has doubled in 30 years, with 800 million adults affected, primarily in developing countries.
The Anthropology of Past Disease Outbreaks Can Help Prevent Future Ones
Emerging infectious diseases have been increasing in frequency since the turn of the century due to ancient human factors.
Cholera now threatens 1bn people. It's time to finish what we began in the 19th century
John Snow's discovery of contaminated water as the source of a cholera outbreak led to the development of water and sewage systems, preventing future outbreaks.
Cholera outbreaks continue globally due to factors like conflict, poverty, and climate crisis, with vaccine shortages exacerbating the situation.
Mosquito-borne diseases spreading in Europe due to climate crisis, says expert
Mosquito-borne diseases are spreading globally due to climate breakdown, posing a threat to previously unaffected regions
With avian flu now in 34 California dairy herds, health experts watch closely
California’s dairy industry faces a surge in H5N1 bird flu infections, leading to quarantines and increased biosecurity measures despite the low human risk.
Bipolar disorder affects about 2% of the population, with 44% experiencing symptom remission and only 23% achieving complete mental health.
Surprising New Research Links Infant Mortality to Crashing Bat Populations
Increased pesticide use due to bat population decline correlates with higher infant mortality rates, highlighting environmental health risks.
Overdiagnosis of prostate cancer has led to unnecessary treatments, research shows
Increased PSA testing has led to overdiagnosis of prostate cancer, causing unnecessary treatment and lifestyle impacts.
Racism Could Be Aging People of Color Faster
Accelerated aging is prevalent in people of color and minoritized groups, highlighting the effects of racism on health.
An even more contagious COVID strain is 'just getting started' amid California wave
The emergence of the XEC variant signals potential future waves of COVID-19 in the U.S. and worldwide.
This Is the Grossest Thing You Can Do in Your Hotel Room, According to an Epidemiologist
Using hotel ice buckets without liners poses serious health risks.
Many hotel hygiene practices fail to adequately protect guests from diseases.
Travelers need to adopt an informed approach to hotel hygiene.
WHO declares 2024 mpox surge is 'a public health emergency of international concern'
Mpox has been declared a public health emergency by WHO and cases are surging in Congo and surrounding regions, highlighting surveillance system weaknesses.
What to Know About the FLiRT' Variants of COVID-19
The emergence of FLiRT variants, including KP.2, may not lead to a significant surge in COVID-19 cases in the U.S. due to potential prior immunity from JN.1 infections.