August 4 Highly contagious disease surges in some US states amid report of possible fatal case Public health departments report increasing hand, foot and mouth disease outbreaks as the contagious virus spreads through daycare and school settings.
July 8 CDC declares bird flu emergency over as experts warn of possible fall resurgence The CDC ends its emergency response to H5N1 bird flu after recording 70 human cases and one death nationally, even as experts note seasonal patterns may increase fall cases.
June 27 Butcher shops close as E. coli outbreak kills 12-year-old girl, hospitalizes 21 children A deadly E. coli outbreak in northern France has left a 12-year-old girl dead and 21 children hospitalized, with nine patients developing hemolytic uremic syndrome.
June 24 Hepatitis A outbreak infects thousands of travelers at popular destinations Hepatitis A outbreak in popular European destinations has sickened thousands, primarily affecting unvaccinated individuals and those with limited healthcare access.
June 5 New study reveals leprosy existed in the Americas before European explorers arrived The discovery of Mycobacterium lepromatosis suggests leprosy was present in the Americas long before Europeans, altering the historical understanding of the disease.
May 29 Measles cases continue to climb ahead of summer travel: Get the latest numbers Amid the ongoing U.S. measles outbreak, get the breakdown of how many cases have been reported by state. The vast majority have been confirmed in West Texas.
May 27 American honeymoon hotspot hit by highly contagious illness, health officials warn Pertussis (whooping cough) is on the rise in Hawaii as the state's vaccination rates dip below national averages. Experts stress the importance of vaccinating against the. infectious disease.
May 27 Deli meat, cucumbers top list of 'really risky foods' you might have in the fridge A 41% rise in food recalls in 2024 highlights the risk of salmonella, E. coli and listeria in common foods such as deli meats, cucumbers, raw milk and eggs, says Consumer Reports.
May 22 Vacation nightmare: 12 family members diagnosed with fungal disease after exploring Costa Rica cave Twelve family members diagnosed with histoplasmosis post-Costa Rica trip. The CDC collaborates with local health bodies to manage the outbreak.
May 21 4 biggest handwashing mistakes that could increase germs and viruses Many neglect handwashing after public outings, risking germ spread. Soap and water are vital, especially when coughing or sneezing, to prevent infections, experts say.