DiseasePrevention
US experiencing largest measles outbreak since 2000 – 5 essential reads on the risks, what to do and what’s coming next
US experiencing largest measles outbreak since 2000 – 5 essential reads on the risks, what to do and what’s coming next The US is experiencing its largest measles outbreak since 2000, with over 876 cases reported as of February 3, 2026, surpassing previous outbreaks in Texas and South Carolina. The outbreak has highlighted the dangers […]
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RSV can take a toll months after hospitalization
RSV can take a toll months after hospitalization Recovering from RSV doesn’t necessarily mean recovery is complete, as adults may experience lingering effects months after hospitalization. A new study found that adults of all ages can be affected by RSV, with profound effects including breathlessness and difficulty performing daily activities. The study showed that while […]
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Poverty may kickstart the next pandemic
Poverty may kickstart the next pandemic Poverty may be a driving force behind the emergence and spread of animal-borne disease outbreaks, according to new research. The study found that socioeconomic factors such as poverty, international travel, and poor access to healthcare contribute to the spread of bacterial diseases like tuberculosis, plague, and salmonella. Environmental factors […]
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How the CDC’s Epidemic Intelligence Service protects public health at home and abroad
How the CDC’s Epidemic Intelligence Service protects public health at home and abroad The Epidemic Intelligence Service (EIS) is a dynamic crisis response team that has produced highly trained public health experts over its 74-year history, mobilizing domestically and internationally to help curb disease outbreaks. The EIS was founded in 1951 as a two-year fellowship […]
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Measles can ravage the immune system and brain, causing long-term damage – a virologist explains
Measles can ravage the immune system and brain, causing long-term damage – a virologist explains Measles infections send 1 in 5 people to the hospital. wildpixel/ iStock via Getty Images Plus The measles outbreak that began in west Texas in late January 2025 continues to grow, with 400 confirmed cases in Texas and more than […]
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5 years of COVID-19 underscore value of coordinated efforts to manage disease – while CDC, NIH and WHO face threats to their ability to respond to a crisis
5 years of COVID-19 underscore value of coordinated efforts to manage disease – while CDC, NIH and WHO face threats to their ability to respond to a crisis As the pandemic accelerated in 2020, U.S. hospitals — including this one in New York City — set up tents to diagnose patients with COVID-19. Misha Friedman […]
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