Public health officials note a significant pause in transmission within Uganda while the neighboring Democratic Republic of Congo continues to experience mounting fatalities from the virus.

Public health officials confirm that several Icelandic primary schools are introducing alcohol breathalyzers at student events to address rising underage drinking rates, marking a proactive shift in youth substance prevention strategies.

The mpox virus is experiencing a resurgence with cases reported in previously unaffected regions, raising global health concerns. Public health officials are now prioritizing targeted vaccination and surveillance to curb further transmission.

Following the confirmation of Albania's first West Nile fever case, public health officials have deployed a specialist team to Korçë to conduct epidemiological and entomological investigations.

Public health officials and the Granby Zoo are urging visitors who had direct contact with a Japanese macaque on August 4 to contact Info-Santé due to potential health concerns.

Public health officials in Split-Dalmatia County urged residents near Prgomet, where a fire spread to a waste disposal site, to close windows and doors to protect themselves from smoke exposure. The fire prompted special health warnings for the affected area.

The FDA is investigating a new cluster of cyclospora infections, bringing the total to four outbreaks in the US that have resulted in over 300 hospitalizations since May. Public health officials are advising individuals who have recently consumed lettuce on how to identify symptoms of cyclosporiasis.

Sweden is experiencing a record number of Tick-Borne Encephalitis (TBE) cases this year, with an increasing tick population contributing to the surge. Public health officials are addressing concerns about tick-borne diseases and vaccine information.

Public health officials are reassuring the public that Naegleria, often associated with "brain-eating amoeba," is not an uncontrollable threat, aiming to alleviate widespread fear.

Public health officials have confirmed that buried waste is causing chemical odours at Whenuapai School in Auckland, leading to the relocation of children from four classrooms.

Secret emails have revealed questionable tactics employed by California Public Health officials in their efforts to implement a tobacco ban, described as an 'endgame'.

As millions are expected to flock to 11 US cities for the World Cup, public health officials are reportedly more concerned about the potential spread of measles than other diseases like Ebola.

Australia is experiencing its worst diphtheria outbreak in decades, with a rise in cases in Western Australia and the Northern Territory prompting public health officials to issue vaccine warnings.

At least six individuals have tested positive for hantavirus, with 18 others exhibiting mild symptoms of the infection. Public health officials are monitoring the situation and advising on preventative measures.

Nigeria has reported a decrease in new Lassa fever cases, though the cumulative death toll has climbed to 170. The rising case fatality rate of 24.8% continues to be a significant concern for public health officials.

Most populous US county last year also noted fewer unhoused people in area facing affordable housing shortage More than 2,200 unhoused people died in Los Angeles in 2024, marking the first time in a decade that the homeless mortality rate decreased in the nation’s most populous county, public health officials announced on Tuesday. The signs of progress come as the county has also reported decreases in the overall unhoused population in a region that has long struggled with a severe affordable...

Public health officials in Greece’s Attica region have escalated nighttime aerial and ground spraying operations to curb the spread of the West Nile virus. The intensified campaign follows rising case numbers and aims to protect vulnerable populations from potential outbreaks.

Public health officials report six individuals who did not visit the Urkult cultural festival have been diagnosed with measles, prompting investigation into potential transmission chains.

Serbian public health officials have officially confirmed a local case of measles, prompting renewed calls for vaccination awareness amid regional concerns over declining immunization rates.

Large beverage and food corporations in India are actively lobbying against government proposals to mandate red warning labels on sugary drinks and unhealthy products, clashing with public health officials who argue the measures are essential for combating obesity.

New research has once again debunked any connection between MMR vaccines and autism, as U.S. public health officials express concern over steadily dropping childhood vaccination rates.

Public health officials are investigating how the cyclospora parasite, transmitted only through human feces, entered the food supply, raising ongoing concerns about food safety amid the unresolved outbreak.

Erica Schwartz, the nominee to lead the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), has stated her intention to shift the agency's tone, acknowledging that public health officials need to move away from paternalistic messaging to better reach people.

New York City is experiencing a growing outbreak of Legionnaires' disease, prompting public health officials to provide information on the situation.

The fight against Lyme disease is approaching a turning point as a vaccine has completed its clinical trials. Public health officials also note an increase in ticks found in home yards.

Public health officials in Ghana are urging vigilance against cholera, malaria, and other communicable diseases, as heavy rains and flooding continue to impact communities, exacerbated by poor sanitation and contaminated water.

Public health officials now believe the hantavirus outbreak is under control, while experts remain optimistic about its future, outlining three possible evolution scenarios for the epidemic in the coming weeks.

Former patients of a dental clinic in Brantford, Ontario, have been advised by public health officials to undergo testing for hepatitis B, hepatitis C, and HIV following an investigation into an infection prevention and control lapse.

Dutch public health officials are advocating for an immediate ban on UF foam insulation after investigations revealed dangerous levels of formaldehyde in homes across the Netherlands, rendering some residences unsafe.

Following the death of a 16-year-old from meningitis in County Laois, public health officials and families are urging an accelerated vaccination catch-up program to protect vulnerable youth.

Authorities in five southeastern municipalities have begun coordinated pesticide spraying campaigns aimed at reducing mosquito populations and preventing potential disease outbreaks.

The vice-president of the National Association of Public Health Doctors in Portugal advises people not to look directly at an eclipse, warning of potential irreversible vision damage and listing symptoms to watch for.

NPR's Ayesha Rascoe discusses the declining trust in public health officials in America with Marianne Udow-Phillips, a lecturer at the University of Michigan's School of Public Health, exploring potential actions officials can take.

The FDA is investigating multiple cyclosporiasis outbreaks across the US, with a new announcement adding to cases reported in the Midwest, including Michigan and four other states, and a new outbreak now linked to an unspecified product. These outbreaks have resulted in hundreds of hospitalizations since May, prompting public health officials to advise on symptom identification.

The FDA is investigating multiple cyclosporiasis outbreaks across the US, with over 11,000 suspected cases now reported, including spikes in several states. These outbreaks, which have resulted in hundreds of hospitalizations since May, are linked to an unspecified product, prompting public health officials to advise on symptom identification.

Public health officials in Los Angeles County have reported the first human case of West Nile virus for 2026, reminding residents that the virus is transmitted through infected mosquito bites.

Ghana's Ministry of the Interior had warned of flooding risks in the Greater Accra Region, and now, as floodwaters recede, public health officials are focusing on the aftermath and potential health crises.

Norway ranks among the top countries globally for melanoma, prompting a renewed emphasis on the importance of sunscreen use. Public health officials are reminding citizens to protect themselves from the sun's harmful rays.

Public health officials are warning about the risk of contracting various parasites from sandboxes, where children often spend significant time playing during the summer. Sandboxes are common in kindergartens, schools, and residential areas.

New cases of a life-threatening disease linked to tick bites have been identified at popular beauty spots across the UK, bringing the total number of UK-acquired cases to six. Public health officials are monitoring the situation.

Canadian public health officials are urging residents to take precautions against hantavirus, carried by rats and mice, as they begin spring cleaning their homes and cottages.

In Meru, Kenya, 117 people have been hospitalized after consuming meat infected with anthrax. Public health officials reported that locals had ignored advice from a meat inspector to safely dispose of the contaminated meat.

Concerns are rising as the HIV prevalence rate in Uganda's Ankole region has reportedly surged, prompting worries among public health officials.