Two people tragically lost their lives after contracting a deadly flesh-eating bacteria from raw oysters harvested in Louisiana. Health officials are sounding the alarm over the rising cases of Vibrio vulnificus infections linked to seafood consumption.
A terrifying outbreak in Louisiana sees two fatalities linked to raw oysters contaminated with Vibrio vulnificus, a deadly bacteria. Learn about the risks and safety measures you should take.
The Minnesota Department of Health warns of an increasing risk of West Nile virus amid a hot summer, with 20 confirmed cases and two deaths. Precautions are essential to avoid mosquito bites and serious illness.
Walmart has issued a recall for frozen raw shrimp sold in 13 states due to potential radioactive contamination. The FDA detected Cesium-137 in shipments, raising health concerns. Consumers are urged to discard the affected products.
A rare case of Vibrio vulnificus infection has prompted a health advisory in Massachusetts, warning residents and visitors about the dangers lurking in coastal waters. Learn how to stay safe this summer!
The Chikungunya virus is spreading rapidly across cities in China and beyond, prompting health warnings and quarantine measures. Discover how the virus spreads and which countries are affected.
In a heartbreaking incident, a 12-year-old boy tragically lost his life after contracting a rare brain-eating amoeba while swimming in Lake Murray, South Carolina. This rare infection serves as a chilling reminder of the dangers lurking in warm freshwater. Read more about the circumstances and health warnings.
The WHO has issued a critical alert about a potential chikungunya virus epidemic, reminiscent of the major outbreak 20 years ago. With over 5.6 billion people at risk, they urge immediate action to prevent a repeat of history.
Philadelphia health officials have detected West Nile virus in mosquitoes near Pennypack Park, urging residents to take precautions against the disease. Symptoms to watch for include neurological issues, and medical providers have been alerted to test patients as the health department expects more positive cases.
Emergency rooms are seeing a surge in tick bite cases this July, the highest since 2017. The CDC warns that young children and the elderly are particularly at risk as climate change exacerbates the issue.
