Viruses spiking in the United States as peak season arrives in winter
Several viruses -- seasonal flu, stomach flu, COVID-19 and RSV -- are surging in the United States and are expected to spike ...
First bird flu death in the United States is reported
The death in Louisiana — involving a person with underlying health conditions — is the first human case in the United States ...
Texas Issues Parasite Warning—Insect Lays Eggs in Eyes and Mouths
There are concerns New World screwworm flies, which can be dangerous to humans, could cross into southern Texas.
US urged to do more to fight bird flu after first death
An expert said that monitoring has increased for US cattle but warned “big gaps” remain. Read more at straitstimes.com.
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Norovirus outbreaks in America: Symptoms, risks, and prevention measures
Norovirus, a highly contagious virus causing vomiting and diarrhoea, is surging in parts of the United States this winter.
HHS to award $306 million for bird flu monitoring, preparedness
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services announced Friday it will award $306 million in additional funding to monitor ...
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Pertussis Cases Surging in the United States
Rates of pertussis in the United States are surging, with more than 32,000 cases reported as of mid-December -- about six ...
As the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issues health advisory in the US, we understand what ‘slapped cheek’ syndrome is
Its name comes from the hallmark symptom -- a bright red rash that appears on the cheeks, giving the appearance of a ‘slapped ...
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As prevention strategy for sexually transmitted infections rolls out, experts highlight both promise and knowledge gaps
DoxyPEP is reducing the rate of syphilis and chlamydia but has had little to no effect on gonorrhea and needs close ...
HMPV, Bird Flu and Norovirus: What Should US Be Most Worried About?
Health experts told Newsweek about the threats posed by the viruses and shared the best ways to protect oneself.