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HEALTH June 12, 2024

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, 2024

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, 2024

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, 2024

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, 2024

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, 2024

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, 2024

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, 2024

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.

HEALTH May 1, 2024

High levels of resistant bacteria found in uncooked meats and raw dog food: ‘Red flag’

High levels of E. coli were found in uncooked meats and raw dog food sold in U.K. grocery stores, according to research presented last week at the ESCMID Global Congress in Barcelona.

Health April 24, 2024

Bird flu virus found in grocery store milk, but no risk to customers, FDA says

Bird flu virus has been found in samples of pasteurized milk on grocery store shelves but there is no risk to customers, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) said Tuesday.

US April 16, 2024

Biden admin launches partnership with 50 countries to stifle future pandemics

President Biden's administration is launching a program to assist 50 countries in identifying and responding to infectious diseases to prevent future pandemics.