Infectious Disease - Page 109

February 17, 2024

WHO chief's dire warning: Disease X outbreak 'a matter of when, not if'

Disease X is certain to break out in the future, according to WHO chief Tedros Ghebreyesus, who said a global treaty is needed to protect the world when the next pandemic hits

February 17, 2024

Long COVID is highest in these states, says new CDC report

The effects of COVID are lingering longer in some states than others, according to the latest Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report from the CDC. Dr. Marc Siegel adds his insights.

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.

February 15, 2024

Hawaii health officials confirm 5 whooping cough cases, including child’s hospitalization

The Hawaii Department of Health has confirmed five whooping cough cases involving an unvaccinated family that traveled from the mainland U.S. to Oahu.

February 15, 2024

Bollywood actress Poonam Pandey sued for faking cervical cancer death in HPV vaccine promotion stunt

A Bollywood film actress and model faked her own death via a social media post to promote the HPV cervical cancer vaccine but is now being sued for the stunt.

February 15, 2024

Should the CDC drop its 5-day COVID isolation guidelines? Doctors weigh in

Amid reports that the CDC may be considering a change to its COVID isolation guidelines, doctors are sharing their recommendations for when it's OK for people who test positive to end quarantine.

February 14, 2024

CDC reportedly considers ending 5-day isolation period for COVID

Fox News contributor Dr. Marc Siegel joins 'America Reports' to discuss the possible changes to COVID-19 isolation guidelines and his recent op-ed on President Biden's health.

February 14, 2024

What is Alaskapox? First fatality reported from animal-borne virus, likely contracted from stray cat

The first fatality from Alaskapox, a type of orthopoxvirus, has been reported on the Kenai Peninsula of Alaska. Here's what public health officials want people to know about the virus.

February 13, 2024

California schools now allow kids to attend with cough and cold symptoms, health department says

California has relaxed its restrictions on when kids can attend school with symptoms of illness, as outlined on the state health department’s website. Doctors weigh in on the updated guidelines.

February 11, 2024

Oregon health officials confirm first human bubonic plague case since 2015

A resident in Deschutes County, Oregon, was likely infected with the bubonic plague from their pet cat, according to county health officials.