February 23, 2024 Amid Florida measles outbreak, surgeon general lets parents decide whether to send unvaccinated kids to school Amid measles outbreaks in various parts of the U.S., the Florida surgeon general has issued some guidance to parents regarding kids’ school attendance. Doctors offered reactions.
February 16, 2024 Bubonic plague in the US: Do you need to worry about catching the rodent-borne disease? With a case of bubonic plague confirmed in Oregon earlier this week, some people may wonder whether there’s a danger of the disease spreading in the U.S. Experts revealed safety tips.
January 25, 2024 ‘Arctic zombie viruses’ could be released by climate change from thawing permafrost, some scientists claim Some scientists are warning of the potential for “Arctic zombie viruses" in Siberia, according to reports. Researchers and doctors shared their expertise and insights.
January 20, 2024 Scabies outbreak in UK linked to drug shortages, experts confirm: 'Progressively worse' U.K. doctors are sounding the alarm about a surge in scabies cases across the country, according to reports. Experts weigh in on drug shortages and prevention tips.
January 19, 2024 Measles outbreak: UK declares national health incident over rising cases Health officials in the United Kingdom are warning that low rates of uptake for the measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccine is leading to outbreaks across the country.
January 17, 2024 Measles outbreaks in US, UK have health agencies on high alert: ‘Be vigilant’ Measles outbreaks in the U.S. and U.K. have sparked concern among health officials, as doctors emphasize the importance of getting MMR vaccines to prevent infection.
December 17, 2023 Las Vegas school district opens tuberculosis investigation after infected person visits dozens of schools A tuberculosis investigation is underway involving a person with an active infection who was reported to be on dozens of elementary and high school campuses in Nevada’s most populous county, according to authorities.
December 10, 2023 Deadly Rocky Mountain spotted fever outbreak in California likely came from Mexico, CDC says An outbreak of Rocky Mountain spotted fever reported in southern California has led to three deaths, according to a CDC advisory. Dr. Marc Siegel weighed in on the health situation.
December 3, 2023 Avian flu confirmed in California, 250,000 birds euthanized amid spread concerns Animal disease experts are raising concern about the spread of the avian flu in the Bay Area after two farms in Sonoma County said they had to euthanize around 250,000 birds.
December 2, 2023 Chinese health officials call out western media's lack of 'common sense' on country's respiratory illness rise Chinese health experts are seeking to reassure the public on the spike in respiratory illnesses and are blaming western media outlets for misinformation.