A surge in Legionnaires' disease cases in Harlem has raised alarms after three deaths and dozens of illnesses. Experts cite climate change and water system issues as key factors in this ongoing public health crisis.
The CDC has a new director, Susan Monarez, confirmed by the Senate after months of turmoil. As the first non-medical director in over 70 years, she faces the challenge of restoring trust and navigating a chaotic agency.
A Hudson County resident with measles may have exposed individuals at various locations, including hospitals and coffee shops. Health officials urge those who visited these sites to monitor for symptoms.
A staggering 14 million children worldwide have not received any vaccines, exacerbated by conflict, misinformation, and funding cuts. Experts urge immediate action to protect vulnerable populations.
This year, the U.S. has seen over 1,277 measles cases, the highest since the disease was declared eliminated in 2000. Experts warn that gaps in vaccination are fueling this alarming surge.
A Boulder County resident with measles rode the Flatiron Flyer multiple times, prompting health officials to warn passengers of potential exposure. Symptoms may develop in the coming weeks.
Whooping cough cases in the U.S. have surged to alarming levels, with 8,077 cases reported in 2025, compared to just 3,847 last year. Experts warn of rising deaths among infants and link the outbreak to declining vaccination rates.
A measles patient exposed countless travelers on an Amtrak train from New York to Washington, DC. Health officials are urging anyone who may have been in contact to take precautions.
In a shocking turn of events, more than 500 mpox patients have fled healthcare facilities in eastern DR Congo due to escalating violence from M23 rebels. The Africa CDC warns of a potential outbreak as missing patients risk spreading the disease, which has already claimed numerous lives.
A new illness in Congo has resulted in 60 deaths within 48 hours of symptoms appearing. The WHO suggests poisoning as the cause, contradicting previous malaria theories. What is behind this health crisis?
