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Health February 19

Hundreds of wild bird deaths reported across seven counties, prompting park closures

Bird flu suspected in mass goose deaths across seven New Jersey counties. Health experts warn residents to avoid contact with dead birds and to report findings.

Travel February 17

Urgent warning issued by CDC as chikungunya virus outbreak hits vacation destination

CDC issues level 2 travel warning for Bolivia as chikungunya virus outbreak spreads rapidly in Santa Cruz and Cochabamba departments with rising cases.

VIDEO February 17

Health concerns after massive raw sewage spill into Potomac River

President Donald Trump comments on the Potomac River sewage leak, and Ó£ÌÒÊÓƵ senior medical analyst Dr. Marc Siegel details public health risks on ‘America Reports.’

Health February 17

State confirms outbreak of sexually transmitted fungal infection, experts urge caution

The fungal skin infection TMVII is spreading in Minnesota through direct contact. Health experts advise medical care for round, red rashes that can be painful or itchy.

Travel February 11

CDC issues urgent travel alert as virus outbreak hits exclusive sunny islands destination

CDC issues urgent travel alert for Seychelles islands due to Chikungunya virus outbreak. Travelers advised to get vaccinated and prevent mosquito bites.

Travel February 4

CDC investigates new cruise ship outbreak after dozens report gastrointestinal illness

A gastrointestinal outbreak was reported by the CDC on a luxury cruise ship, affecting 27 people during the Miami to Honolulu voyage. The investigation continues into the cause.

Health February 2

Tuberculosis outbreak linked to prominent high school, officials investigating

Tuberculosis outbreak hits a San Franscisco high school, with 3 active TB cases and over 50 latent infections. Health officials require testing for all students and staff.

Health February 1

Meningitis cases rise in major Midwestern city, prompting public health alert

Chicago health officials issue urgent alert after seven meningococcal disease cases, including two deaths. Know the symptoms and warning signs.

Health January 26

Toxic wild mushrooms linked to 3 deaths as state officials issue urgent warning

California health officials issue urgent warning after toxic death cap mushrooms cause fatal outbreak. These dangerous fungi remain deadly when cooked.

Health January 21

Dozens sickened as potentially deadly fungus spreads in southern state

A lung infection linked to bird and bat droppings has sickened dozens in Tennessee, prompting a state investigation into a possible fatal case.