Kerala on High Alert After Third Brain-Eating Amoeba Death
Health officials in Kerala issue urgent warnings after a teenage boy becomes the third fatality from the rare but deadly Naegleria fowleri infection, sparking fears of a wider outbreak.
Category : Pandemics
Cairns Measles Outbreak: Health Alert Issued
Queensland Health declares public health alert after multiple measles cases confirmed in Cairns and the wider region. Urgent warnings issued for specific locations as health authorities race to contain the outbreak.
CDC Director Monarez Reveals New Pandemic Preparedness Plan
US CDC Director Dr Susan Monarez outlines a major shift in America's pandemic response strategy, focusing on rapid diagnostics, data transparency, and global collaboration. What does this mean for future health threats?
RFK Jr's Senate Clash: CDC Whistleblower Allegations Unveiled
In a dramatic US Senate hearing, Robert F. Kennedy Jr grilled CDC official Dr Susan Monarez over whistleblower claims of data manipulation and a 'culture of fear' within the agency. The explosive testimony alleges widespread suppression of vaccine safety
New 'Silent' Stratus COVID Variant Sweeps UK
EXCLUSIVE: Health experts warn of a new 'silent' COVID variant, Stratus, circulating in the UK. Learn its distinctive symptoms, how it differs from previous strains, and essential protection tips.
Mystery Virus Outbreak at UK Business Conference
Health officials are scrambling to trace a mystery virus after an outbreak linked to a major UK business conference. Attendees reported severe illness, with one man hospitalised.
Fired CDC Chief Joins RFK Jr.'s Presidential Campaign
Dr. Robert Redfield, the former CDC chief fired by Trump, has been appointed to Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s independent presidential campaign, focusing on pandemic preparedness and public health policy.
Scientists Warn of New FLiRT Covid Variant Risk
A consortium of leading UK scientists from Edinburgh, Oxford, and Montpellier issues a stark warning about the new KP.2 'FLiRT' Covid variant, highlighting its increased transmissibility and potential impact on summer case numbers.
New 'Stratis' COVID Variant Warning as UK Cases Surge
Health officials issue a stark warning as the new 'Stratis' COVID-19 variant drives a significant wave of infections. Experts reveal the most common symptoms and who is most at risk this summer.
Measles Case Detected in New York City, Health Alert Issued
New York City health officials issue urgent alert after a confirmed case of measles is detected. Public urged to check vaccination status as highly contagious virus poses serious risk.
Congo Deploys Ebola Vaccine in Emergency Outbreak Response
Health officials launch a urgent mass vaccination campaign in the Democratic Republic of Congo's conflict-ridden North Kivu province, using a new experimental vaccine to contain a dangerous new Ebola outbreak.
New Ebola Outbreak Confirmed in Eastern DR Congo
Health officials in the Democratic Republic of Congo confirm new Ebola cases, triggering a swift emergency response to contain the deadly virus in a remote eastern region.
New Covid Variant KP.3: Key Symptoms Warning
Health experts issue urgent warning as the new KP.3 Covid variant, now dominant in the UK, presents with easily mistaken cold-like symptoms. Learn how to spot the signs and protect yourself.
Deadly 'Kissing Bug' Disease Spreads Across US
The deadly Chagas disease, transmitted by the 'kissing bug', is rapidly spreading across the United States. Health experts warn of a silent epidemic as cases surge, with potentially fatal consequences for thousands of undiagnosed Americans.
UK Virus Hospitalisations Hit Record High: CDC Alert
A highly contagious virus is driving unprecedented hospitalisations across the UK, with the CDC urging for immediate mass vaccinations to curb the alarming spread.
UKHSA Urge Testing For Cold-Like Symptoms
Health officials issue a stark warning as a nasty winter bug, mimicking a common cold, sweeps across the UK. Learn the key signs and why a test is crucial to protect the vulnerable.
Flight Quarantined in NYC Over Contagion Scare
Chaos erupted on a Korean Air flight to New York as passengers were forced into quarantine over a suspected infectious disease outbreak. Health officials scramble to contain the potential public health threat.
US States Reinstate Mask Mandates Amid Covid Surge
Maine, Arizona, and Oregon reintroduce mask mandates and other measures in healthcare settings as respiratory illnesses spike across the United States.
Ebola Outbreak Doubles in Congo, Pandemic Fears Grow
The World Health Organisation sounds the alarm as the deadly Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo rapidly escalates, with cases doubling and fears mounting over a potential global health emergency.
UK Aid Cuts Fuel Deadly Malaria Surge in Africa
A damning report reveals how UK government aid cuts have dismantled a flagship anti-malaria programme, leading to a devastating rise in deaths across Africa and threatening a global health crisis.
Dengue Fever Alert for UK Holidaymakers in Europe
UK health officials issue urgent warning to British holidaymakers about a significant rise in potentially fatal dengue fever cases across popular European destinations. Experts reveal symptoms and prevention tips.
Cairns Measles Outbreak Warning After Infectious Visit
Queensland Health sounds the alarm as a measles-infected traveller from overseas visits busy public spots in Cairns. Health officials are urgently contacting potential contacts as the highly contagious viral threat spreads.
Ebola Outbreak Declared Pandemic in Congo
UK health authorities have escalated the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo to a full pandemic, triggering urgent lockdown protocols and travel advisories. Learn about the symptoms, risks, and containment strategies.
First Alaskapox Death: Elderly Man Succumbs to Rare Virus
Health officials issue urgent warning as Alaskapox claims its first victim. Learn about the symptoms, transmission risks, and the elderly man's tragic case in Alaska.
Measles Alert: Thousands Exposed at UK Sporting Event
UK Health officials issue urgent warning after confirmed measles cases attended a major sporting event, potentially exposing thousands. Symptoms and vaccination advice detailed.
Kerala on alert after brain-eating amoeba kills child
Health officials in Kerala issue urgent warnings after a fifth death from the rare but fatal Naegleria fowleri infection. Discover the symptoms and crucial safety advice.
CDC official grilled over 'absurd' COVID school guidance
A tense US Senate hearing saw CDC official Susan Monarez face fierce criticism from Republican Senator John Kennedy over the agency's controversial and 'non-scientific' school closure policies during the pandemic.
Kerala 'Brain-Eating Amoeba' Death Sparks Health Alert
Health officials in India's Kerala state issue a warning after a teenager dies from a rare and fatal brain infection caused by the 'brain-eating amoeba', Naegleria fowleri, found in contaminated water.
Fauci Emails Reveal Private COVID Origin Concerns
Explosive leaked emails show Dr Anthony Fauci privately discussing COVID-19's potential lab origins while publicly dismissing the theory. Senator Rand Paul demands answers in major White House clash.
Trump Demands Apology Over COVID 'Hoax' Claims
Former US President Donald Trump launches extraordinary tirade against top health agencies, demanding retractions for pandemic 'misinformation' and threatening legal action.
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