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health4 days ago

Kentucky Measles Outbreak Surges to 104 Cases as Laurel County Reports Seven New Infections

Kentucky health officials confirmed seven new measles cases in Laurel County on October 9, bringing the state's total to 104. The ongoing outbreak, which began in July, has nearly doubled in size over three weeks, with Christian and Trigg counties reporting the highest numbers. While most cases involve unvaccinated individuals, two have occurred in vaccinated people. Seven patients have been hospitalized, but no deaths have been reported in Kentucky.

via WKYT|

#disease-surveillance #health #kentucky-public-health

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West African Scientists Demand Urgent Investment in Disease Detection to Prevent Future Crises

West African laboratory scientists gathered in Lome, Togo, to warn that regional health systems are deteriorating due to a lack of sustained investment. They urged governments to prioritize diagnostic capacity and outbreak detection, citing the recent, rapid spread of Ebola in Congo and the historical toll of the 2014-2016 outbreak. The experts emphasized that waiting for a crisis to emerge before responding is too late, and that reliance on Western vaccines and infrastructure is unsustainable.

via ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos|

#disease-surveillance #ebola #global-health

world-news1 month ago•125 min saved

Congo Ebola Outbreak Pushes Surveillance to the Limit

Ebola is spreading in eastern Congo as case detection and contact tracing lag behind, leaving overworked health workers stretched thin amid security and access hurdles while response measures continue.

via AP News|

#contact-tracing #democratic-republic-of-the-congo #disease-surveillance

health4 months ago•7 min saved

World Cup Triggers Global Health Watch for Measles and Other Infections

As millions gather for the World Cup, health officials monitor for infectious disease threats—from measles to dengue—using wastewater testing, hospital data, and a national surveillance dashboard run by a Health Security Operations Center; emphasis is on vaccination, early warning, and coordination among local and federal agencies to detect trouble without causing alarm.

via ScienceAlert|

#disease-surveillance #health #measles

health9 months ago•5 min saved

Experts warn of potential human pandemic from bird flu spread

The article warns that despite the ongoing threat of bird flu and its expanding reach into mammals, global disease surveillance systems are underfunded and weakened, risking delayed responses and potential future pandemics, echoing past failures in handling COVID-19.

via The Conversation|

#bird-flu #disease-surveillance #h5n1

health11 months ago•9 min saved

Federal shutdown hampers health surveillance and outbreak preparedness

The US federal government shutdown has halted national respiratory virus surveillance, creating critical gaps in data on flu, COVID-19, and RSV just as the season begins, potentially impairing public health responses and communication, despite ongoing local efforts and some data collection by states.

via CNN|

#cdc #disease-surveillance #federal-shutdown

health1 year ago•5 min saved

Rising Tick Migration and the Need for Better Surveillance

Biologist Grant Hokit conducts tick surveys in Montana to monitor the migration of tick species, including the first sightings of deer ticks that carry Lyme disease, amid limited surveillance funding. This data is crucial for healthcare providers to diagnose and treat tick-borne illnesses effectively, but resource constraints hinder comprehensive monitoring across the state.

via NPR|

#climate-change #disease-surveillance #health

health1 year ago•13 min saved

Cambodia and Thailand Intensify Bird Flu Surveillance Amid Rising H5N1 Cases

The article discusses Cambodia's efforts to combat H5N1 and Disease X through innovative air sampling techniques in markets and caves, aiming to improve disease detection, reduce risks, and enhance prevention strategies against zoonotic viruses like avian influenza and coronaviruses.

via The Telegraph|

#air-sampling #bird-flu #cambodia

health1 year ago•5 min saved

Experts Warn Pandemic Preparedness Declining Under Trump

Experts warn that pandemic preparedness in the US has significantly deteriorated under the Trump administration, with weakened health agencies, reduced surveillance, and poor communication increasing the risk of uncontained outbreaks and a future pandemic.

via The Guardian|

#disease-surveillance #h5n1-bird-flu #health

health1 year ago•4 min saved

Wastewater Surveillance Detects Early Signs of Measles Outbreaks

Wastewater monitoring, a technique popularized during the COVID-19 pandemic, is being explored as an early warning system for measles outbreaks in the U.S., helping detect community spread and guide vaccination efforts, especially in areas with limited testing access.

via WRAL.com|

#disease-surveillance #early-warning-system #health

health1 year ago•1 min saved

Palantir's Disease Data Collection at CDC Sparks Privacy Fears

The CDC plans to consolidate disease data into a new system managed by Palantir, raising concerns about patient privacy, potential delays in trend analysis, and possible misuse of information by the government, amid ongoing efforts to modernize outdated data systems exposed during the COVID pandemic.

via The New York Times|

#cdc #data-privacy #disease-surveillance

environment1 year ago•3 min saved

First CWD Case Detected in Wild Deer Near Wheaton, Minnesota

A buck harvested near Wheaton, Minnesota, tested positive for chronic wasting disease (CWD), marking the first detection of CWD in Deer Permit Area 271, which includes Traverse County and parts of Big Stone and Wilkin counties. The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources plans to implement a three-year testing plan to assess the disease's prevalence and will coordinate with South Dakota and North Dakota wildlife agencies. Management actions may include carcass movement restrictions and bans on deer feeding to prevent the spread of CWD.

via INFORUM|

#chronic-wasting-disease #deer-hunting #disease-surveillance

health1 year ago•4 min saved

Poliovirus Found in European Sewage Sparks Vaccination Urgency

Poliovirus has been detected in sewage in Germany, Poland, and Spain, prompting health authorities to urge increased immunization and disease surveillance efforts. Although no polio cases have been reported, the presence of the virus in wastewater highlights potential gaps in vaccination coverage that could allow the virus to spread, especially among unvaccinated populations. Authorities emphasize the importance of maintaining high vaccination rates and robust surveillance systems to prevent outbreaks, as polio remains endemic in some regions outside Europe.

via Euronews|

#disease-surveillance #europe #health

health2 years ago•4 min saved

"Cuba Confirms First Oropouche Virus Cases Amid PAHO Outbreak Warning"

Cuba's health ministry has reported cases of the Oropouche virus in Santiago province, with patients showing improvement within days. The Pan American Health Organization has noted rising cases in the Americas, urging enhanced surveillance. The virus, spread by biting midges and mosquitoes, presents symptoms similar to dengue.

via University of Minnesota Twin Cities|

#cuba #disease-surveillance #health

health-public-health2 years ago•19 min saved

"Threat to US Measles Elimination Status: 2024 Outbreak Report"

The United States maintained its measles elimination status as of the end of 2023, despite a total of 338 reported measles cases from January 1, 2020, to March 28, 2024, with 29% occurring in the first quarter of 2024, mostly in unvaccinated individuals. The risk for widespread measles transmission remains low due to high population immunity, but efforts are needed to increase routine vaccination coverage, especially in undervaccinated communities, and to rapidly investigate suspected measles cases to prevent further cases and complications.

via CDC|

#disease-surveillance #health-public-health #measles