Infectious Disease - Page 4

February 5

New Mexico newborn dies from Listeria infection after mother drank raw milk while pregnant: state officials

Newborn dies from Listeria infection likely linked to mother drinking raw milk during pregnancy, according to New Mexico health officials who renewed warnings.

February 4

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.

February 3

Measles exposure risk identified at major airport and theme park, health officials warn

Health officials warn of potential measles risk at LAX and Disneyland after international traveler's visit. Here's what to know about windows of exposure.

February 2

Tuberculosis outbreak linked to prominent high school, officials investigating

Tuberculosis outbreak hits a San Franscisco high school, with 3 active TB cases and over 50 latent infections. Health officials require testing for all students and staff.

February 1

Meningitis cases rise in major Midwestern city, prompting public health alert

Chicago health officials issue urgent alert after seven meningococcal disease cases, including two deaths. Know the symptoms and warning signs.

February 1

How long you’re contagious with the flu — and when it’s safe to go out

How long are you contagious with the flu? Experts say you can spread the virus for five to seven days after symptoms start, sometimes longer for children and adults.

January 30

Colorado declares disaster emergency as presumptive bird flu outbreak hits facility with 1.3M chickens

Colorado officials declared a disaster emergency after a presumptive bird flu outbreak hit a facility with 1.3 million chickens in Weld County. The state is mobilizing resources.

January 26

Toxic wild mushrooms linked to 3 deaths as state officials issue urgent warning

California health officials issue urgent warning after toxic death cap mushrooms cause fatal outbreak. These dangerous fungi remain deadly when cooked.

January 24

Maher says anti-COVID lockdown advocates 'were right' and that Wuhan lab leak 'wasn't a conspiracy theory'

On Friday's episode of "Real Time," host Bill Maher lamented that four years after the COVID pandemic, "the people who got it wrong don't seem to want to acknowledge that now."

January 23

Houston school district trying to woo parents while losing students amid school choice competition

The Houston Independent School District lost 16,000 students over two years, reflecting nationwide enrollment drops in large urban districts as families seek education alternatives.