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.
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.
The US reports its highest measles cases in 33 years, with nearly 1,300 confirmed infections. The outbreak raises concerns about vaccination rates and public health amidst growing vaccine skepticism.
A new strain of norovirus, GII.17, is disrupting the usual seasonal outbreak patterns, with reports of increased cases earlier in the year. Experts are concerned about the potential for GII.17 to dominate future outbreaks.
A hantavirus outbreak in Mammoth Lakes, California, has resulted in three tragic deaths, raising alarm among public health officials. Experts warn of increased rodent activity and the associated risks.
A dangerous outbreak of severe thunderstorms is on the horizon for the Midwest and South, with the potential for tornadoes, damaging winds, large hail, and flash flooding this weekend. Stay prepared!
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.
