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fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Upheaval and firings at CDC raise fears about disease outbreak response

The recent upheaval at CDC raises concerns about U.S. preparedness amidst infectious disease threats.
Public health
fromNew York Family
1 month ago

NewYork-Presbyterian Infectious Disease Expert Talks Measles Outbreak and Prevention - New York Family

Measles outbreaks are concerning, highlighting the urgent need for vaccination to maintain herd immunity.
Coronavirus
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Lessons Should Have Been Learned From Previous Pandemics

The world remains unprepared for future pandemics despite lessons from COVID-19 and previous outbreaks like SARS and MERS.
NYC food
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Bird Flu Kills 2 Pet Cats in New York City, Officials Say

Two pet cats in NYC died from bird flu, raising concerns amid its spread.
The immediate threat to humans remains low despite recent infections.
Public health
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Upheaval and firings at CDC raise fears about disease outbreak response

The recent upheaval at CDC raises concerns about U.S. preparedness amidst infectious disease threats.
Public health
fromNew York Family
1 month ago

NewYork-Presbyterian Infectious Disease Expert Talks Measles Outbreak and Prevention - New York Family

Measles outbreaks are concerning, highlighting the urgent need for vaccination to maintain herd immunity.
Coronavirus
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Lessons Should Have Been Learned From Previous Pandemics

The world remains unprepared for future pandemics despite lessons from COVID-19 and previous outbreaks like SARS and MERS.
NYC food
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Bird Flu Kills 2 Pet Cats in New York City, Officials Say

Two pet cats in NYC died from bird flu, raising concerns amid its spread.
The immediate threat to humans remains low despite recent infections.
more#public-health
#measles-outbreak
Coronavirus
fromArs Technica
2 months ago

Texas measles outbreak reaches 90 cases; 9 cases in New Mexico

Measles outbreak in Texas linked to low vaccination rates, primarily affecting young children.
fromThe Washington Post
1 week ago
US news

CDC scientist: Texas measles outbreak response hurt by funding cuts

Funding cuts are hampering Texas's response to a serious measles outbreak, which constitutes 90% of U.S. cases.
fromWIRED
1 day ago
Coronavirus

As Measles Cases Surge, Mexico Issues a US Travel Alert

The US and Mexico are experiencing a surge in measles cases due to declining vaccination rates and the disease's high contagion.
Coronavirus
fromArs Technica
2 months ago

Texas measles outbreak reaches 90 cases; 9 cases in New Mexico

Measles outbreak in Texas linked to low vaccination rates, primarily affecting young children.
fromThe Washington Post
1 week ago
US news

CDC scientist: Texas measles outbreak response hurt by funding cuts

Funding cuts are hampering Texas's response to a serious measles outbreak, which constitutes 90% of U.S. cases.
fromWIRED
1 day ago
Coronavirus

As Measles Cases Surge, Mexico Issues a US Travel Alert

The US and Mexico are experiencing a surge in measles cases due to declining vaccination rates and the disease's high contagion.
more#measles-outbreak
Public health
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

Why Are So Many Disease Outbreaks Happening Right Now?

Climate change is altering habitats, leading to new disease outbreaks.
Livestock production and meat trade are accelerating the emergence of superbugs.
Vaccination and awareness are essential to mitigating pandemic risks.
#global-health
Coronavirus
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

How Foreign Aid Cuts Are Setting the Stage for Disease Outbreaks

Unsecured pathogens in Africa and halted inspections increase global health risks, affecting U.S. safety. Funding cuts hinder critical disease outbreak prevention efforts.
Public health
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 weeks ago

Over three million children died in 2022 due to drug resistance: Study

Over three million children died from antibiotic-resistant infections in 2022, highlighting the urgent need for strategies to combat antimicrobial resistance.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Coronavirus

Memo to President Trump: you are wrong to leave the World Health Organization. You should think again | Gordon Brown

The emergence of mpox and Marburg highlights the critical role of the WHO in managing global infectious disease threats.
from24/7 Wall St.
3 months ago
Coronavirus

6 Diseases Far Worse Than COVID-19 You Should Be Concerned About

COVID-19 highlighted the recurring threat of pandemics and the global struggle against infectious diseases.
fromNews Center
1 month ago
SF parents

Dirajlal-Fargo and Fant Named Co-Directors of Center for Global Pediatric Health - News Center

Sahera Dirajlal-Fargo and Colleen Fant appointed as co-directors of the Center for Global Pediatric Health, enhancing global pediatric health.
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Bill Gate Shares Details of His Private Three-Hour Dinner With Trump: I Was Frankly Impressed'

Gates was impressed with Trump's interest in global health issues after their meeting.
Coronavirus
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

How Foreign Aid Cuts Are Setting the Stage for Disease Outbreaks

Unsecured pathogens in Africa and halted inspections increase global health risks, affecting U.S. safety. Funding cuts hinder critical disease outbreak prevention efforts.
Public health
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 weeks ago

Over three million children died in 2022 due to drug resistance: Study

Over three million children died from antibiotic-resistant infections in 2022, highlighting the urgent need for strategies to combat antimicrobial resistance.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Coronavirus

Memo to President Trump: you are wrong to leave the World Health Organization. You should think again | Gordon Brown

The emergence of mpox and Marburg highlights the critical role of the WHO in managing global infectious disease threats.
from24/7 Wall St.
3 months ago
Coronavirus

6 Diseases Far Worse Than COVID-19 You Should Be Concerned About

COVID-19 highlighted the recurring threat of pandemics and the global struggle against infectious diseases.
fromNews Center
1 month ago
SF parents

Dirajlal-Fargo and Fant Named Co-Directors of Center for Global Pediatric Health - News Center

Sahera Dirajlal-Fargo and Colleen Fant appointed as co-directors of the Center for Global Pediatric Health, enhancing global pediatric health.
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Bill Gate Shares Details of His Private Three-Hour Dinner With Trump: I Was Frankly Impressed'

Gates was impressed with Trump's interest in global health issues after their meeting.
more#global-health
#health-crisis
Coronavirus
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

Four-year-old dies from Ebola amid new outbreak in Uganda

Ebola outbreak in Uganda has resulted in two fatalities, including a child, with the Sudan strain lacking an approved vaccine.
fromtime.com
3 months ago
Coronavirus

Sick Season Is in Full Force. Here's What's Going Around

Flu is widespread across 40 states in the U.S., with multiple viruses, including COVID-19 and RSV, contributing to respiratory illnesses.
Coronavirus
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

Four-year-old dies from Ebola amid new outbreak in Uganda

Ebola outbreak in Uganda has resulted in two fatalities, including a child, with the Sudan strain lacking an approved vaccine.
fromtime.com
3 months ago
Coronavirus

Sick Season Is in Full Force. Here's What's Going Around

Flu is widespread across 40 states in the U.S., with multiple viruses, including COVID-19 and RSV, contributing to respiratory illnesses.
more#health-crisis
Coronavirus
fromtime.com
2 months ago

This Is One of the Worst Flu Seasons in Decades

The flu season of 2025 is significantly severe, with 24 million infections and low vaccination rates worsening the situation.
#health
fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago
Coronavirus

New antibodies could help win the fight against malaria DW 01/23/2025

New class of antibodies may transform malaria treatment and prevention strategies.
Current malaria vaccines are insufficient; additional innovation is crucial.
fromNature
2 months ago
OMG science

Daily briefing: Former NIH director Monica Bertagnolli talks Trump

Scratching an itch activates the immune response, potentially protecting against infections and revealing a satisfying sensation for humans.
fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago
Coronavirus

New antibodies could help win the fight against malaria DW 01/23/2025

New class of antibodies may transform malaria treatment and prevention strategies.
Current malaria vaccines are insufficient; additional innovation is crucial.
fromNature
2 months ago
OMG science

Daily briefing: Former NIH director Monica Bertagnolli talks Trump

Scratching an itch activates the immune response, potentially protecting against infections and revealing a satisfying sensation for humans.
more#health
#covid-19
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago
OMG science

Virologist Wendy Barclay: Wild avian viruses are mixing up their genetics all the time. It's like viral sex on steroids'

Wendy Barclay's journey in virology emphasizes the significance of mentorship and representation for women in science.
fromwww.ocregister.com
4 months ago
Coronavirus

Flu surges in US as vaccinations lag, and here's where COVID, RSV infections are climbing

The US flu season has officially started, experiencing a significant surge in cases across several states, particularly affecting emergency room visits.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago
OMG science

Virologist Wendy Barclay: Wild avian viruses are mixing up their genetics all the time. It's like viral sex on steroids'

Wendy Barclay's journey in virology emphasizes the significance of mentorship and representation for women in science.
fromwww.ocregister.com
4 months ago
Coronavirus

Flu surges in US as vaccinations lag, and here's where COVID, RSV infections are climbing

The US flu season has officially started, experiencing a significant surge in cases across several states, particularly affecting emergency room visits.
more#covid-19
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago
Digital life

This Is a Dangerous Virus'

The H5N1 bird flu outbreak in dairy cattle is worsening, with potential for prolonged circulation and evolution into more dangerous forms.
fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago
Coronavirus

Sierra Leone declares public health emergency over mpox DW 01/14/2025

Sierra Leone declared a state of emergency due to rising mpox cases, which pose significant health risks and arise from a more infectious strain.
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