The Challenge of Maintaining Food Safety in the U.S.
Recent E. coli and listeria outbreaks have tainted ground beef and fresh produce, resulting in serious health risks and multiple fatalities across the U.S.
Death toll is now 9 in listeria outbreak tied to Boar's Head deli meat, CDC says
At least nine deaths were reported from a listeria outbreak linked to Boar's Head deli meats, marking a significant public health concern.
Child dead, 11 people infected by listeria linked to ready-to-eat meat brand
A listeria outbreak linked to recalled ready-to-eat foods has resulted in one death and multiple infections across several states.
Norovirus cases are spiking this winter. Here's why - and what you need to know to protect yourself.
Norovirus cases in the US have surged to highest levels in over a decade, linked to increased social gatherings post-COVID.
First case of more spreadable mpox detected in UK
The UK has detected its first mpox case linked to Clade 1b, showing its potential for easier human transmission.
Mumps is rising in some nations - but a fresh dose of vaccine might help
A nimble vaccination campaign can effectively limit transmission during outbreaks.
The Challenge of Maintaining Food Safety in the U.S.
Recent E. coli and listeria outbreaks have tainted ground beef and fresh produce, resulting in serious health risks and multiple fatalities across the U.S.
Death toll is now 9 in listeria outbreak tied to Boar's Head deli meat, CDC says
At least nine deaths were reported from a listeria outbreak linked to Boar's Head deli meats, marking a significant public health concern.
Child dead, 11 people infected by listeria linked to ready-to-eat meat brand
A listeria outbreak linked to recalled ready-to-eat foods has resulted in one death and multiple infections across several states.
Norovirus cases are spiking this winter. Here's why - and what you need to know to protect yourself.
Norovirus cases in the US have surged to highest levels in over a decade, linked to increased social gatherings post-COVID.
First case of more spreadable mpox detected in UK
The UK has detected its first mpox case linked to Clade 1b, showing its potential for easier human transmission.
Mumps is rising in some nations - but a fresh dose of vaccine might help
A nimble vaccination campaign can effectively limit transmission during outbreaks.
A person in Louisiana is hospitalized with the first severe case of bird flu in the U.S. They're in critical condition with severe respiratory symptoms
The H5N1 virus has led to the culling of over 13,000 ducks in Germany.
This incident marks the second bird flu outbreak at the Pommernhof farm in 2024.
Person Infected With Bird Flu in Texas After Contact With Cattle
Texas reports first human case of bird flu linked to infected dairy cows.
No evidence of increased risk of human-to-human transmission reported by federal officials.
Person Infected With Bird Flu in Texas After Contact With Cattle
Bird flu diagnosed in Texas following contact with infected dairy cows.
Virus strain identified in cows is the H5N1 subtype circulating in North American birds.
A person in Louisiana is hospitalized with the first severe case of bird flu in the U.S. They're in critical condition with severe respiratory symptoms
The H5N1 virus has led to the culling of over 13,000 ducks in Germany.
This incident marks the second bird flu outbreak at the Pommernhof farm in 2024.
Person Infected With Bird Flu in Texas After Contact With Cattle
Texas reports first human case of bird flu linked to infected dairy cows.
No evidence of increased risk of human-to-human transmission reported by federal officials.
Person Infected With Bird Flu in Texas After Contact With Cattle
Bird flu diagnosed in Texas following contact with infected dairy cows.
Virus strain identified in cows is the H5N1 subtype circulating in North American birds.
Rwanda is dealing with a historic outbreak of the Marburg virus
Rwanda is facing its first-ever outbreak of the Marburg virus, which has a mortality rate of up to 88%.
How Rwanda Is Containing a Deadly Marburg Virus Outbreak
Rwanda faces its first Marburg virus outbreak, leading to 56 infections and 12 deaths, prompting urgent health measures and a forthcoming vaccine trial.
Rwanda is dealing with a historic outbreak of the Marburg virus
Rwanda is facing its first-ever outbreak of the Marburg virus, which has a mortality rate of up to 88%.
How Rwanda Is Containing a Deadly Marburg Virus Outbreak
Rwanda faces its first Marburg virus outbreak, leading to 56 infections and 12 deaths, prompting urgent health measures and a forthcoming vaccine trial.
Nipah virus: A recurring, deadly threat in India DW 07/22/2024
Nipah virus outbreak in Kerala, India prompts concern and preventive measures.
Nipah virus: A recuring, deadly threat in India DW 07/22/2024
The Nipah Virus outbreak in Kerala raises concerns due to its potential to cause severe illness and death, with human-to-human transmission being possible.
Nipah virus: A recurring, deadly threat in India DW 07/22/2024
Nipah virus outbreak in Kerala, India prompts concern and preventive measures.
Nipah virus: A recuring, deadly threat in India DW 07/22/2024
The Nipah Virus outbreak in Kerala raises concerns due to its potential to cause severe illness and death, with human-to-human transmission being possible.
Measles in Northern California: How contagious is the virus? What are the symptoms?
Measles outbreak in Northern California involving unvaccinated children.
Measles symptoms and contagiousness highlighted by health officials.
Measles exposure may have occurred at San Leandro restaurant
Visitors to a restaurant in San Leandro may have been exposed to the measles virus on March 9. The health department advised specific groups to get checked immediately.
L.A. County has its first measles case since 2020: What to do if you're exposed
A recently arrived traveler at Los Angeles International Airport is the source of the first case of measles in L.A. County since 2020.
Measles is spread by air and by direct contact, and those who have not been immunized are at risk of developing the disease.
Measles in Northern California: How contagious is the virus? What are the symptoms?
Measles outbreak in Northern California involving unvaccinated children.
Measles symptoms and contagiousness highlighted by health officials.
Measles exposure may have occurred at San Leandro restaurant
Visitors to a restaurant in San Leandro may have been exposed to the measles virus on March 9. The health department advised specific groups to get checked immediately.
L.A. County has its first measles case since 2020: What to do if you're exposed
A recently arrived traveler at Los Angeles International Airport is the source of the first case of measles in L.A. County since 2020.
Measles is spread by air and by direct contact, and those who have not been immunized are at risk of developing the disease.
Thailand beat avian flu 20 years ago. What can we learn from their strategies?
The avian flu outbreak in the US poses a serious threat with potential cross-species transmission and the past experience in Thailand shows the severity of such outbreaks.
California poultry farmers are seeing a spike in avian flu, forcing millions of birds to be destroyed
Poultry farmers in Sonoma County, California are facing the potential shutdown of their businesses due to an outbreak of avian flu.
Restaurants and wholesalers in the region are experiencing a dwindling supply of poultry as a result of the outbreak.
Thailand beat avian flu 20 years ago. What can we learn from their strategies?
The avian flu outbreak in the US poses a serious threat with potential cross-species transmission and the past experience in Thailand shows the severity of such outbreaks.
California poultry farmers are seeing a spike in avian flu, forcing millions of birds to be destroyed
Poultry farmers in Sonoma County, California are facing the potential shutdown of their businesses due to an outbreak of avian flu.
Restaurants and wholesalers in the region are experiencing a dwindling supply of poultry as a result of the outbreak.
Norovirus outbreak hospitalizes hundreds in Italian village DW 07/02/2024
Norovirus outbreak in Torri del Benaco, Italy linked to likely sewage system overload from high water levels in Lake Garda causing contaminated local tap water.
Highly contagious norovirus stomach bug hits Italian village DW 07/02/2024
Norovirus outbreak in Torri del Benaco, Italy linked to local water supply contamination.
Norovirus outbreak hospitalizes hundreds in Italian village DW 07/02/2024
Norovirus outbreak in Torri del Benaco, Italy linked to likely sewage system overload from high water levels in Lake Garda causing contaminated local tap water.
Highly contagious norovirus stomach bug hits Italian village DW 07/02/2024
Norovirus outbreak in Torri del Benaco, Italy linked to local water supply contamination.