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March 29, 2026

Cases of 'white plague' rising in US as doctors warn of 'rebound effect'

Tuberculosis, also known as "the white plague," is rising in the U.S. post-pandemic, with over 10,600 cases confirmed in 2024, the CDC reports.

March 19, 2026

Deadly meningitis outbreak prompts college students to call for campus shutdown

Students have launched a petition demanding campus closure amid a meningitis outbreak, which has reportedly caused 15 confirmed cases and two deaths.

March 16, 2026

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, 2026

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, 2026

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, 2026

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, 2026

Health concerns after massive raw sewage spill into Potomac River

President Donald Trump comments on the Potomac River sewage leak, and Fox News senior medical analyst Dr. Marc Siegel details public health risks on ‘America Reports.’

February 17, 2026

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, 2026

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, 2026

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.