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How worried should we be about the new mpox strain?

How worried should the UK public be about the new case of mpox identified in the UK? Health Correspondent Rebecca Thomas explains why the risk to the general population is currently very low

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WHO says 2023 saw the highest number of tuberculosis cases on record

TB likely returned to being the world’s top infectious disease killer after being replaced by COVID-19

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How can we improve public health communication for the next pandemic? Tackling distrust and misinformation is key

There’s a common thread linking our experience of pandemics over the past 700 years. From the black death in the 14th century to COVID in the 21st, public health authorities have put emergency measures such as isolation and quarantine in place to stop infectious diseases spreading.

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'Virus Hunters' Track Threats To Head Off Next Pandemic

A global network of doctors and laboratories is working to pinpoint emerging viral threats, including many driven by climate change, in a bid to head off the world's next pandemic.

International Business Times

Mpox could spread into conflict zones in east Africa – how to manage the response

Kenya, Rwanda, Burundi and Uganda are some of the east African countries that have reported cases of mpox – a viral infectious disease – in the latest outbreak which started in the Democratic Republic of Congo in January 2023. The outbreak was declared a public health emergency of international concern…

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Nursing home oversight would be tightened under a bill passed in Massachusetts

Massachusetts lawmakers have approved a bill designed to strengthen the state’s oversight of nursing homes, provide anti-discrimination protections for LGBTQ+ nursing home residents, and help protect against the spread of infectious disease outbreaks

The Independent UK

Dr. Anthony Fauci was hospitalized for West Nile virus after a mosquito bite. Who is most at risk?

The infectious disease doctor was hospitalized after “developing fever, chills, and severe fatigue.”

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Dr. Fauci Hospitalized With West Nile Virus, Now Recovering

Former top U.S. infectious disease expert, Dr. Anthony Fauci, hospitalized with West Nile virus. Learn about symptoms, transmission, and prevention.

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Anthony Fauci recovering at home after hospitalization for West Nile virus

Former head of the NIH’s National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Disease is expected to make a full recovery

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Mpox outbreak in Africa was neglected – it could now turn into the next global pandemic

The mpox outbreak in Africa is yet another example of how infectious diseases perceived to be “someone else’s problem”, and affecting mainly poor, developing countries, may suddenly pose unexpected global threats.

The Conversation

Africa's top health body declares monkeypox a 'public health emergency'

Mpox, the high infectious disease that used to be called monkeypox, has been declared a “public health emergency of continental security” by Africa’s top health body over an outbreak that spread from the Democratic Republic of Congo to neighbouring countries.

France 24

Infectious diseases spike when kids return to school − here’s what you can do about it

Ready or not, back-to-school season is here, and kids will be bringing home more than homework. They’ll be carrying germs, too.

The Conversation

An Infectious Disease Doctor Reveals the Only Covid-19 Factor Everyone Should Track In 2024

An infectious disease doctor describes why you don't need to learn in detail about every single new Covid variant.

Inverse

Despite improved WHO regulations, the world remains ill-prepared for the next pandemic

The international community’s recent failure to conclude a global pandemic agreement leaves large gaps in our capacity to deal with the next major infectious disease emergency.

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Mpox is on the rise in Australia. Here’s what to know about the virus – and who should get vaccinated

Australia appears to be experiencing a re-emergence of the infectious disease mpox, formerly called monkeypox.

The Guardian - UK

What is cryptosporidiosis, and how can people avoid getting infected?

As cases in Brixham, Devon, rise, here’s what we know about the infectious disease and the parasite that causes it

WEKU

What's worse for disease spread: animal loss, climate change or urbanization?

Scientists are looking at the ways humans change the planet — and the impact that has on the spread of infectious disease. You might be surprised at some of their conclusions.

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Biodiversity loss is biggest driver of infectious disease outbreaks, says study

Researchers say reducing emissions and biodiversity loss and preventing invasive species could control disease

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In a society where male violence seems inevitable we need much more than education and awareness

If men’s violence is not prevented or treated, it tends to spread like an infectious disease

The Hindu

Now, T.N. public can report infectious disease outbreaks on web portal for rapid response

Report infectious diseases like fever, cough, and chicken pox on IHIP to strengthen IDSP and prevent spread.

The Hindu

Public Health committee discuss measures for monsoon preparedness

Preventive measures for infectious diseases in Kerala emphasized by Health Minister Veena George through unified public health committees.

The Hindu

Ground-breaking ceremony of Dr. Cyrus Poonawalla Centre for Infectious Diseases held in Hyderabad

Ground breaking ceremony of Dr. Cyrus Poonawalla Centre for Infectious Diseases was held in Hyderabad. It aims to revolutionize healthcare interventions and research excellence.

WEKU

Ebola vaccine cuts death rates in half — even if it's given after infection

Ebola is one of the most feared infectious diseases, with more than half of those infected dying. A vaccine has now been shown to cut that mortality rate in half.

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Dr. Anthony Fauci's Memoir Chronicles Career and Public Health Challenges

Dr. Anthony Fauci, renowned infectious disease expert, is set to release his memoir On Call: A Doctor's Journey in Public Service in June, chronicling his ...

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Coronavirus FAQ: My partner/roommate/kid got COVID. And I didn't. How come?

Infectious disease doctor Abraar Karan says it's the question he's asked most often about SARS-CoV-2. So how does that happen? Here's his answer.

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