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Botulism Cases Rise in Europe
In recent weeks, at least three incidents of botulism contamination of three different foods have caused recalls in Europe. Botulism is a rare but serious
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August 13, 2025
In recent weeks, at least three incidents of botulism contamination of three different foods have caused recalls in Europe. Botulism is a rare but serious
With school starting within the next few weeks for most children in the US, new CDC data showing childhood vaccination coverage having declined for all
Similar to the way that airborne pollen can trigger seasonal allergies, a new study presented at the American Society for Microbiology annual meeting suggests that
A recent risk assessment from the WHO has warned of significant spread of the Oropouche virus (OROV) transmitted to humans by midges. While the majority
With measles cases rising around the world, the CDC has revised its measles vaccine guidance, advising that all international travelers be fully vaccinated against measles
Although the risk of humans being infected by and transmitting avian influenza remains low, a National Academies of Science panel explained that, while the virus
With the FDA vaccine advisory group recommending that a monovalent JN.1 lineage vaccine continue to be used in COVID vaccines for the upcoming US respiratory
While federal updates on H5N1 activity have been quite sparse recently, it is wise to keep your guard up and remain vigilant for signs and
The US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is planning to require placebo-controlled trials for all new vaccines prior to licensing. Because the vaccines
Although seasonal flu activity is declining with no new influenza A(H5) cases reported to CDC this week, the 2024-2025 season is classified as having high