An outbreak of stomach infections in the U.S., how the Cyclospora parasite makes people sick, and what researchers know so far about its origins
The United States is currently battling growing cyclospora outbreaks in various states. Researchers say this is the largest such outbreak in the country’s history, and health officials have yet to determine the source. Since May 1, 1,645 cases of…
Americans quarantined in Nebraska on hantavirus-infected cruise ship: 5 things to know as CDC releases important update
The U.S. government is taking steps to evacuate American Passengers from cruise ship linked to deadly incident Hantavirus outbreak. Federal health officials said Friday they planned to transport the individuals to a military installation in Nebraska for…
What is HMPV? Respiratory virus with cold-like symptoms surges across U.S.
human case metapneumovirus (HMPV) is a relatively unknown respiratory infection that is on the rise across the United States, prompting health authorities to increase surveillance. Data shared by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows…
CDC issues Level 2 Polio Travel Advisory: Learn about enhanced precautions for international travelers
Polio Alert: Are your travel vaccines up to date? CDC issues level 2 advisory Global health authorities are once again sounding the alarm polioMany countries hope the disease will be nearly eradicated. As cases and environmental testing re-emerge in…
Indian-American Jay Bhattacharya to head CDC and NIH
TOI reporter in Washington: In a comprehensive effort to solidify federal health leadership, President Donald Trump Appointed Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, director of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and an Indian American, to lead the Centers for…