In Kamituga, a town tucked away in eastern Congo, the mpox outbreak has brought life to a halt for many sex workers. The virus, with its symptoms like fever and body pains, has led to fewer clients seeking their services. Sifa Kunguja, a 40-year-old worker, tells us she's gone from serving 20 client
Health care workers are often the frontline heroes in the battle against infectious diseases. However, when a mysterious case of bird flu cropped up in Missouri, four additional health care workers fell ill after caring for the patient. The CDC is still investigating, but the question on everyone's
In the midst of a devastating conflict, Sudan is facing a triple threat: floods, war, and disease. The country has been plagued by more than 17 months of fighting between the military and the Rapid Support Forces, which has led to widespread displacement, poverty, and humanitarian crises. The war ha
In a rare and puzzling turn of events, a third close contact of a patient in Missouri who was hospitalized with H5N1 bird flu has reported experiencing symptoms. This individual, a healthcare worker, was not tested as their symptoms resolved before the investigation into the illnesses began. The Cen
The recent case of bird flu in Missouri has left health officials scratching their heads. A person in the state was hospitalized with a confirmed infection, but there was no direct link to animals. This unusual event has raised concerns about potential human-to-human transmission and the complexitie
In the heart of Congo's gold mining town, Kamituga, a once-thriving community is now ravaged by the unseen epidemic of mpox. The town, home to over 300,000 people, has become the epicenter of the world's latest outbreak, with more than 6,000 suspected cases and over 1,000 new infections reported dai
The recent discovery of a Missouri resident infected with bird flu has left health officials scratching their heads. While the exact route of transmission remains unclear, officials are assuring the public that the risk remains low. Let’s dive deeper into the details of this unusual case. Why is th
The World Health Organization (WHO) has sounded the alarm, declaring the ongoing mpox outbreak a global health emergency, and Morocco has just confirmed its first case. The patient, located in Marrakech, is being treated at a specialized medical facility and is in stable condition. While the ministr
In a stark reminder of the importance of robust food safety protocols, the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) flagged several safety and health violations at a Boar's Head plant in Virginia two years before a listeria outbreak killed nine people and hospitalized dozens. The plant, which produces r
You might be surprised to find out that your favorite grocery store carried contaminated deli meat, linked to the largest listeria outbreak in over a decade. What if we told you that some of the biggest retailers in the country, including Target, Kroger, and Safeway, sold products contaminated with
