Mother Urges Vaccination After Daughter Dies from Measles
Stephanie Peters tragically passed away at 27 from measles, despite initially recovering as a child. Her mother urges parents to vaccinate their children as measles cases surge, emphasizing the severity of the disease and the potential to save lives.
Washington State Faces First Outbreak of Deadly Fungal Infection, Candida Auris
Washington state is facing its first outbreak of the deadly fungal infection, Candida auris, with four people testing positive for the rare and potentially fatal pathogen. The state’s health officials have raised concerns as cases of Candida auris have been…
Over 100 Passengers and Crew on Cunard Cruise Ship Queen Victoria Affected by Gastrointestinal Illness
Reports from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have revealed that over 100 passengers and crew members on the Cunard cruise ship Queen Victoria have been affected by gastrointestinal illness during a three-week leg of a 107-night cruise….
CDC Report Highlights Resurgence of Measles Due to Vaccine Skepticism
A recent report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has highlighted a concerning trend in the United States – the resurgence of measles due to vaccine skepticism. Despite the disease being declared eradicated in the US in…
Avian Influenza Outbreak Sparks Fear in California
Avian influenza, commonly known as bird flu, has sparked fear in California as it wreaks havoc on the bird population. This highly contagious viral disease has caused an outbreak of unprecedented scale, leading to concerns about its impact on humans…
Salmonella Outbreak Linked To Charcuterie Meats Sold In Washington: CDC
Salmonella Outbreak Linked To Charcuterie Meats Sold In Washington: CDC By Zuri Anderson January 19, 2024 The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have issued a warning regarding a salmonella outbreak linked to certain brands of charcuterie meats sold…
Measles Outbreak Warning in England as Cases Surge
Health officials have issued a warning of potential measles outbreaks across England as cases in the West Midlands have surged by more than 30% in less than a week. The region has reported over 300 suspected infections between October 23…
The Global Health Impact of Major Disease Outbreaks in 2023
As the year 2023 came to a close, it was marked by the resurgence of numerous diseases, leaving an indelible imprint on global public health. The ten major outbreaks that unsettled the world included the persistent COVID-19, the emergence of…
Contagious Infection Outbreak in Portland-Metro Area
A renewed warning is coming from Multnomah County about an outbreak of a contagious infection spreading through the Portland-metro area. Shigella, an intestinal infection that can spread easily from one person to another, has been causing concern for health officials….
Waitrose & Partners No 1 Farmhouse Kirkham’s Lancashire Cheese Recalled Due to E.coli Contamination
Waitrose, a popular supermarket chain, has issued a product recall on its Waitrose & Partners No 1 Farmhouse Kirkham’s Lancashire Cheese (200g) due to potential contamination with E.coli bacteria. The recall was made as a precautionary measure to prevent the…