Viruses - Page 6

August 28

Common painkillers may fuel deadly superbugs that resist antibiotics, study warns

Scientists warn that over-the-counter pain relievers like ibuprofen and acetaminophen may fuel the antibiotic resistance crisis, especially in elder care facilities.

August 27

FDA limits new COVID vaccine boosters to high-risk Americans only

COVID-19 vaccines are now available only for high-risk groups under new FDA marketing authorization, as emergency use authorizations are officially rescinded.

August 22

Kansas tracks 5 serious West Nile virus cases as mosquito season peaks across the state

Kansas health officials monitor 6 West Nile virus cases, with 5 classified as serious neuroinvasive infections in north-central and south-central regions.

August 19

Largest measles outbreak in US is officially over, health officials say

The Texas health department has declared the end of the measles outbreak after 42 days without new case, with officials urging continued vigilance as global outbreaks pose future risks.

August 19

Medical group goes against CDC, recommends COVID shots for young kids

A pediatric medical group contradicts CDC guidance by including COVID-19 vaccines in its annual immunization schedule for children at the highest risk of severe illness.

August 18

Valley fever cases spike to record levels in West Coast state, health officials warn

Valley fever fungal infection surges across California, affecting thousands with symptoms similar to COVID-19 and potential serious health complications.

August 15

Mosquito-borne dengue fever cases surge at popular US vacation destination

Dengue fever cases have surged in Hawaii with the latest travel-related infection, prompting health department warnings about mosquito-borne virus prevention for returning travelers.

August 8

More cases of deadly ‘flesh-eating’ bacterial infection in popular vacation destination

Vibrio vulnificus bacteria causes eight fatalities in Florida, as state health officials confirm 16 cases of the flesh-eating infection statewide.

August 7

Could chikungunya virus spread to US? Here's what Americans should know

Mosquito-borne chikungunya virus has caused an outbreak in China, but public health experts say the risk for spread and infection in U.S. remains low.

August 7

Dangerous tick-borne virus causes brain damage in vulnerable young patient

A Boston baby is hospitalized with seizures and brain damage after a tick bite on Martha's Vineyard may have led to Powassan virus, which transmits faster than Lyme disease.