A recent NACCHO report reveals alarming staff shortages in local health departments, raising concerns about the public health safety net. As many as 19% report job losses, with funding cuts looming. Discover the implications for your community.
The CDC's vaccine advisory committee met under new leadership, discussing potential changes in vaccination recommendations, especially for COVID-19, amid ongoing concerns about public health.
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.
The WHO has issued revised temporary recommendations to combat the ongoing mpox outbreak, urging states to enhance prevention efforts and improve surveillance measures. This comes as the situation escalates, with rising cases reported globally. Find out what these recommendations mean for public health and safety.
