Africa CDC Director-General Jean Kaseya warns the current Ebola outbreak in the DRC could be deadlier than the 2014-2016 West Africa outbreak. Over 26,000 contacts are untraced, and the epidemic may last a year due to funding shortfalls and community resistance.
Screwworm cases are increasing in the US, with 12 confirmed animal infections across Texas and New Mexico. Agricultural experts warn of serious consequences for the beef industry, while USDA urges vigilance and releases sterile flies to combat the parasite.
Former MI6 chief Sir Richard Moore stated that Vladimir Putin is attempting to intimidate the UK through sabotage, arson, and cyber attacks, aiming to expand the conflict beyond Ukraine. This follows recent arson attacks linked to a Russian-speaking Telegram user.
A potential US-Iran peace deal and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz could lead to crude oil prices falling below $80 a barrel within weeks, according to Indian refining company executives. The agreement aims to end military conflict and lift US naval blockades, restoring vital shipping routes.
Public health experts are closely monitoring infectious disease threats for the 2026 World Cup, which spans Canada, Mexico, and the US. Measles, dengue, hepatitis A, and mpox are key concerns, with wastewater monitoring being a crucial surveillance tool. The risk of Ebola, despite an ongoing outbreak in DRC and Uganda, is considered low for the tournament.
In the Democratic Republic of Congo's Ituri province, amidst over 140 deaths from the Bundibugyo Ebola strain, a successful patient recovery sparks celebration. Overcoming local myths and misinformation, the community is slowly building trust in treatment centers, offering hope for outbreak control.
In the Democratic Republic of Congo's Ituri province, where over 140 have died from the Bundibugyo Ebola strain, successful patient recoveries offer rare moments of joy and hope. Despite local myths and past violence against treatment centers, increased community trust is leading more people to seek medical help.
Victor Harbor resident Jackson Baker, who has neurofibromatosis and an intellectual disability, experienced severe respiratory issues due to South Australia's algal bloom. His mother, Kirsty Whitehead, criticized the SA government's "inaccessible" and "inconsistent" public health information, particularly the lack of "easy read" formats. A volunteer survey by The Algal Bloom Shed collected symptom data, revealing common issues like coughs and headaches, which were not fully reflected in official advice.
A sample from Hong Kong's Wo Che Market tested positive for H9 bird flu, days after a two-year-old boy visiting the venue contracted a mild H9N2 strain. The risk of a serious outbreak is considered low, with the boy in stable condition and household contacts asymptomatic.
A market in Hong Kong tested positive for bird flu H9 after a child who visited the location contracted a mild strain. Health officials state the risk of a major outbreak is low.
A cluster of 'mud fever' (dermatophilosis), a rare bacterial infection usually seen in animals, has been identified among men frequenting gay saunas in Lyon, France. The study suggests sexual transmission between humans, with heat and humidity potentially aiding its spread.
A hantavirus outbreak on the MV Hondius cruise ship, involving 147 passengers and crew from 23 nationalities, has been successfully contained. Spain's leadership in docking and managing disembarkation, WHO's technical guidance, and UKHSA's repatriation efforts were crucial. This success highlights effective international cooperation in public health.
The Democratic Republic of the Congo's Ebola outbreak has reached 782 confirmed cases and 178 deaths, with a record 72 new cases reported in 24 hours. Containment efforts are hampered by regional conflict, patient escapes, and declining contact tracing, exacerbated by a humanitarian crisis in Ituri province.
The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) reported a record 72 new Ebola cases in 24 hours, bringing the total to 782 infected and 181 deaths. The outbreak, caused by the rare Bundibugyo strain, is accelerating due to conflict, patient escapes, and poor contact tracing, with Ituri province as the epicenter.
Ituri province in eastern DRC is the epicenter of Congo's Ebola outbreak, with 782 confirmed cases and 181 deaths as of June 13. Community volunteers like Eliezer Kasongo raise awareness amid fear and resistance. Health workers face severe challenges, including lack of PPE and tracking contacts in conflict-ridden, impoverished regions.
Syphilis infection rates are rising in Australia, prompting concern among experts. The sexually transmitted infection, preventable and curable, has seen a significant increase in notifications, particularly congenital syphilis cases affecting First Nations children. Efforts are underway to combat the outbreak through increased testing and culturally safe healthcare.
Syphilis infection rates are rising in Australia, a Victorian-era sexually transmitted infection that is preventable and curable. Experts are concerned about untreated cases, particularly congenital syphilis, which disproportionately affects First Nations children. Culturally led approaches and increased investment are seen as key to controlling the outbreak.
Western Australia is experiencing a severe mouse plague, with unprecedented numbers causing widespread damage to crops and a pervasive, offensive odor in affected towns. Farmers face significant financial and psychological burdens, while regulatory delays in approving stronger poisons have exacerbated the crisis.
Health workers battling an Ebola outbreak in the DRC's Kpangba displacement camp face severe local resistance. Angry residents, denying Ebola deaths and resenting burial restrictions, have thwarted contact tracing efforts, raising fears of rapid spread in the overcrowded camp.
An Ebola outbreak in the DRC's Ituri province has seen 676 cases and 136 deaths. Four nuns caring for an infant who died from the virus have fallen ill. Frontline workers face supply shortages and conflict hinders response, while travel restrictions are criticized.
A new Nipah virus case in Kozhikode, Kerala, has prompted extensive surveillance and contact tracing. Experts attribute recurring outbreaks to fruit bats and human activity, combined with Kerala's robust public health system that detects cases effectively. The WHO lists Nipah as a priority pathogen.
The Democratic Republic of the Congo's football team arrived in Houston for their first World Cup since 1974, showcasing style and resilience despite challenges like the Ebola outbreak and US isolation periods. The team received a warm welcome from local volunteers and the Congolese expat community.
Nara Organics has recalled its organic baby formula sold nationwide in Target and online after three infants fell ill with botulism. The FDA and CDC are urging consumers to stop using the product immediately.
Hospitals in Bunia, Democratic Republic of the Congo, are overwhelmed by a rapidly escalating Ebola outbreak, feared to be the worst in history. With rising case numbers and limited resources, health workers face immense challenges in containing the virus, which has already spread to Uganda.
