March 16 First case of severe mpox disease reported in major city: ‘Life-threatening’ First severe mpox clade I case identified in NYC resident who traveled abroad. Health officials say local transmission risk remains low for the community.
March 6 Highly contagious virus with no treatment spreading rapidly through western state A highly contagious respiratory virus, HMPV, is spreading on the West Coast and beyond. Experts warn of symptoms, severe risks and how to protect yourself.
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.
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.
February 17 Health concerns after massive raw sewage spill into Potomac River President Donald Trump comments on the Potomac River sewage leak, and Ó£ÌÒÊÓÆµ senior medical analyst Dr. Marc Siegel details public health risks on ‘America Reports.’
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.