October 3, 2025 CDC reports 19th cruise ship norovirus outbreak this year, affecting passengers and crew Royal Caribbean International's Serenade of the Seas reported a norovirus outbreak affecting nearly 100 passengers and crew members, marking the 19th cruise ship outbreak this year.
October 1, 2025 Deadly mosquito-borne virus sparks CDC travel alert — could it reach the US? Amid growing outbreaks, Americans traveling abroad should use insect repellent and protective clothing to prevent chikungunya virus, experts recommend.
September 25, 2025 New virus strain spikes in 9 US states with symptoms from brain fog to persistent cough The XFG variant, also known as Stratus, is now the predominant COVID-19 strain in the U.S. after spreading to 38 countries, according to WHO and CDC data.
September 24, 2025 Dangerous spike in superbug infections surges across US as experts share cautions A dangerous drug-resistant bacteria called NDM-CRE is spreading rapidly across the U.S., resisting most antibiotics and proving difficult for doctors to treat.
September 15, 2025 Potentially severe mosquito-borne virus surges in US above normal levels West Nile virus outbreak has intensified across the U.S., with the 770 reported human cases far exceeding normal seasonal patterns for severe infections.
September 5, 2025 Deadly rabies cases pose public health threat across US, experts warn Rabies outbreaks among wild animals are rising across the U.S., with different species presenting regional risks, from the eastern states to Alaska and the Southwest.
September 4, 2025 ‘Silent killer’ parasitic disease spreading across multiple US states, experts warn "Kissing bugs" transmit Chagas disease through infected feces, causing symptoms like fever and potentially fatal heart problems in 20%-30% of chronic cases.
August 25, 2025 Flesh-eating parasite case detected in US traveler returning from Central America The CDC has confirmed a human screwworm case in Maryland linked to a Central American outbreak, with health officials stating there is a very low risk to U.S. public health.
August 20, 2025 Five deaths reported amid bacterial infection outbreak in major city Central Harlem communities face a Legionnaires' disease cluster, with dozens contracting the bacterial pneumonia that is spread through contaminated water systems.
August 19, 2025 Largest measles outbreak in US is officially over, health officials say The Texas health department has declared the end of the measles outbreak after 42 days without new case, with officials urging continued vigilance as global outbreaks pose future risks.