Virus - Page 4

October 21, 2023

'Extremely rare' case of dengue virus found in California

The first locally acquired case of dengue virus, also known as "break-bone fever" because of the pain, was confirmed in a Pasadena, California, resident this week.

September 16, 2023

Arkansas toddler dies of rare brain-eating amoeba infection likely contracted at country club splash pad

An 16-month-old Arkansas toddler died from a rare brain-eating amoeba infection likely contracted at a country club splash pad.

August 29, 2023

Massachusetts sees first two cases of deadly West Nile virus

Two Massachusetts residents have contracted the mosquito-born West Nile virus in what is allegedly the state's first human cases of the year.

August 15, 2023

COVID victims’ families sue EcoHealth Alliance for 'creating' the virus and 'releasing it'

The families of four people who died from COVID-19 are suing EcoHealth Alliance, the nonprofit group that funded research in Wuhan, China, for 'creating' and 'releasing' the virus.

July 13, 2023

Global rise in bird flu outbreaks raises concern over virus' ability to adapt

As bird flu cases across the world continue to rise, three UN agencies warn that the virus might adapt to infect humans more easily. Poultry farms are being urged to improve hygiene.

July 12, 2023

Cruises see surge of Norovirus, highest in decade: CDC

Thirteen norovirus outbreaks have been reported on cruises so far in 2023, according to the CDC.

April 29, 2023

Mild winter could mean an uptick in ticks, Lyme disease across the US

Some experts are saying this year's mild winter will lead to an uptick in ticks and tick-borne diseases. Learn more about these parasitic pests.

April 20, 2023

Massachusetts town says Avian Flu detected among 24 dead swans

Massachusetts officials said the Avian Flu was detected among a cluster of dead swans recently found over several weeks.

March 29, 2023

Beware of new MacStealer Malware that can steal your iCloud keychain data and passwords

A new malware is infecting Mac computers. Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson explains what MacStealer does and how to keep your Apple devices safe from cybercriminals.

March 22, 2023

White House to disband Covid response team in May: report

The White House will disband its covid response team by May as the pandemic continues to recede, according to reports.