Listeria outbreak in 4 US states, small child died

The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a food alert concerning a Listeria outbreak that has affected four U.S. states...

Mpox is still a global health concern, WHO says

Given the recent increase in Mpox cases, the World Health Organization (WHO) has resolved to maintain its highest level of alert, as reported by...

PAHO/WHO and MINSAP, tackling the Oropouche virus in Cuba

In May 2024, the Cuban Ministry of Public Health (MINSAP) documented the initial outbreak of Oropouche virus (OROV) within the country, with 89 confirmed...

Belize raises awareness of antimicrobial resistance

As part of World Antimicrobial Resistance Awareness Week (held annually from 18 to 24 November), Belize hosted a series of countrywide health fairs with...

Texas refinery accident leaked 13.5 tons of deadly gas

A statement released by the U.S. Chemical Safety Board (CSB) revealed that 27,000 pounds (equivalent to 13.5 tons) of lethal hydrogen sulfide gas was...

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