#outbreak

#outbreak

The UK has detected its first mpox case linked to Clade 1b, showing its potential for easier human transmission.

California reports first US case of a new mpox outbreak from Clade I, related to infections in Africa.

Officials warn that a severe mpox outbreak in Congo could spread globally, high-risk groups urged to get vaccinated.

Mpox continues to spread rapidly across Africa with new variants causing simultaneous outbreaks, raising public health concerns.

Clade 1b of mpox is spreading through human contact, raising urgent public health concerns in Africa.

Swift action is necessary to contain the mpox outbreak in Africa, with millions more vaccine doses needed.

E. coli outbreak linked to McDonald's Quarter Pounder hamburgers has caused one death and dozens of illnesses across multiple states.

The E. coli outbreak linked to McDonald's burgers has risen to 75 cases, prompting safety recalls and changes in distribution.

E. coli outbreak linked to McDonald's hamburgers has affected 49 people across 10 states, prompting immediate health investigations.

McDonald's confirmed that its Quarter Pounder patties are safe, while slivered onions are likely linked to a deadly E. coli outbreak.

At least nine deaths were reported from a listeria outbreak linked to Boar's Head deli meats, marking a significant public health concern.

A nimble vaccination campaign can effectively limit transmission during outbreaks.

Rwanda is testing an experimental vaccine for Marburg amid a significant outbreak, signaling both a public health crisis and a research opportunity.

Ontario's whooping cough cases could reach record levels this year, with significant risks for unvaccinated populations.

A confirmed case of H5 influenza, known as bird flu, in a man working at a Colorado dairy farm is the fourth case in the US, with the person recovering after antiviral treatment.

Toronto sees a significant rise in whooping cough cases, exceeding pre-pandemic figures.

The increase in whooping cough cases poses a risk, especially to infants.

41% of the cases reported in Toronto are in the 10-14 age group.

Rwanda is facing its first-ever outbreak of the Marburg virus, which has a mortality rate of up to 88%.

Rwanda faces its first Marburg virus outbreak, leading to 56 infections and 12 deaths, prompting urgent health measures and a forthcoming vaccine trial.

Nipah virus outbreak in Kerala, India prompts concern and preventive measures.

The Nipah Virus outbreak in Kerala raises concerns due to its potential to cause severe illness and death, with human-to-human transmission being possible.

Diphtheria, a potentially fatal disease, has made a comeback in Guinea after over 30 years.

As of December 2023, there have been around 25,000 cases of diphtheria in West Africa and 800 deaths.

The number of monkeypox cases in the Big Apple spiked since October, primarily affecting Black/Hispanic men aged 25-44, with most cases being mild.

Monkeypox continues to circulate in NYC, especially among unvaccinated individuals, urging the importance of vaccination against the virus.

Increase in pertussis cases in Oregon counties, urging vaccination.

Measles cases are on the rise in various states in the U.S., mostly among unvaccinated children and adolescents.

Measles can spread easily and linger in the air for up to two hours, making it highly contagious.

Whooping cough outbreak in Marin County with 113 cases, 65 from Tamalpais High School.

Symptoms start mild but progress to severe cough; infants are at higher risk due to delayed vaccination.

Sales of raw milk are on the rise despite health warnings and ongoing outbreaks, leading to concerns about food safety.

The current avian flu outbreak in North America is the largest and most deadly for nonhuman animals, raising concerns about the risk of human infection and food safety.

Texas reports first human case of bird flu linked to infected dairy cows.

No evidence of increased risk of human-to-human transmission reported by federal officials.

Bird flu diagnosed in Texas following contact with infected dairy cows.

Virus strain identified in cows is the H5N1 subtype circulating in North American birds.

Measles outbreak in Northern California involving unvaccinated children.

Measles symptoms and contagiousness highlighted by health officials.

Visitors to a restaurant in San Leandro may have been exposed to the measles virus on March 9. The health department advised specific groups to get checked immediately.

A recently arrived traveler at Los Angeles International Airport is the source of the first case of measles in L.A. County since 2020.

Measles is spread by air and by direct contact, and those who have not been immunized are at risk of developing the disease.

The avian flu outbreak in the US poses a serious threat with potential cross-species transmission and the past experience in Thailand shows the severity of such outbreaks.

Poultry farmers in Sonoma County, California are facing the potential shutdown of their businesses due to an outbreak of avian flu.

Restaurants and wholesalers in the region are experiencing a dwindling supply of poultry as a result of the outbreak.

Reports of a surge in pneumonia-like illness affecting children in northern China have raised concerns.

The outbreak is caused by a number of respiratory pathogens, including Mycoplasma, influenza, RSV, and adenovirus.

The World Health Organization has requested more information from Beijing on an outbreak of mysterious pneumonia affecting children in northern China.

China has seen an increase in influenza-like illnesses since abandoning its zero-COVID strategy in December 2022.

There are concerns that the authorities in China may be covering up an epidemic of undiagnosed pneumonia in children.

Norovirus outbreak in Torri del Benaco, Italy linked to likely sewage system overload from high water levels in Lake Garda causing contaminated local tap water.

An investigation is underway regarding a norovirus outbreak linked to a $1-burrito event for Northwestern University students.

Students reported experiencing symptoms such as stomach cramps, vomiting, and diarrhea after consuming food from the event.

The restaurant is cooperating with the health department's investigation and taking measures to address the situation.

Norovirus outbreak in Torri del Benaco, Italy linked to local water supply contamination.