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August 7, 2024

WHO asks experts to help decide if mpox outbreak in Africa is global emergency

The World Health Organization Director-General asked independent experts to advise WHO on whether the spread of the mpox virus in Africa should be declared a global emergency.

July 28, 2024

Biden's health, senior longevity, travel sleep tips and more wellness highlights of the week

Check out some of the top health stories of the week that you may have missed, including doctors' opinions on Joe Biden, senior longevity tips and recommendations for getting rest on the road.

July 23, 2024

Timeline of bird flu outbreak in United States

The current outbreak of avian influenza among dairy cows in the U.S. began in February 2022. Since then, eleven human cases of bird flu have been confirmed.

July 22, 2024

Listeria infection linked to deli meats kills 2, infects 28 across US, CDC warns

Two people have died so far due to a listeria outbreak in the U.S., the CDC alerted on Friday. Here's what to know about risk factors and prevention of infection.

July 12, 2024

In a potential outbreak, is bird flu testing available for humans? What to know

Currently, H5N1 avian influenza (bird flu) testing is provided only by governmental health departments. Here's what to know in the event of a human outbreak of bird flu.

July 10, 2024

Bird flu has infected humans in these countries as virus spreads around the world

Varying types of avian influenza, the bird flu virus, have been found in humans across the globe this year. Public health officials are paying close attention to the spread of the flu.

June 18, 2024

Fatal bacterial infections surging in Japan with unknown cause, reports says

Japan is reporting a spike in potentially fatal bacterial infections. Cases of streptococcal toxic shock syndrome (STSS) have tripled in number compared to the same time last year.

June 12, 2024

Tiger mosquitoes blamed for spread of dengue fever: ‘Most invasive species’

As dengue fever continues to spread throughout Europe, experts are blaming an invasive mosquito species as the culprit. Infectious disease experts share words of caution.

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.

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.