Ebola Virus Disease

flu epidemic 2019 :: Article Creator In US, Experts Are Increasingly Worried About A Bird Flu Epidemic Spreading To Humans A year ago, a strain of avian flu was discovered in dairy cattle in the United States, but authorities have failed to take strong measures to contain it. These mistakes and omissions are now taking their toll. Virus experts say conditions are right for a dangerous jump to humans. Cramped barns provide ideal conditions for the rapid spread of bird flu viruses. Andres Kudacki / AP NZZ.Ch benötigt JavaScript für wichtige Funktionen. Ihr Browser oder Adblocker verhindert dies momentan. Bitte passen Sie die Einstellungen an. Five years after the emergence of COVID-19, it appears that its lessons have not been fully learned. It is possible that we are watching a «made in USA» pandemic unfold in real time. Strains of the H5N1 bird flu virus have been spreading widely in the United States for the p...

itchy eyes treatment :: Article Creator Remedies For Pink Eye Pink eye, or conjunctivitis, is an inflammation of the conjunctiva, a thin tissue that lines the inside of your eyelids and covers the white part of the eyes. The conjunctiva keeps your eyeballs moist. When it's infected, the blood vessels swell and turn the white part of your eye bright red.  Pink eye symptoms will vary based on the type of inflammation, but can include:  Redness in the inner eyelid or on the whites of the eyes An itching or burning sensation Thick discharge that forms a crust over the eyelids A "gritty" feeling in the eyes Swollen eyelids Blurry vision Sensitivity to light Pink eye can appear in just one eye or it may affect both. The condition usually isn't painful, but it can definitely be uncomfortable. Different types of inflammation lead to pink eye. The three main types are: Viral Viral inflammation can occur when you get a ...

symptoms of flu shot 2021 :: Article Creator Flu Shot Effectiveness This Season: 4 Key Takeaways Preliminary estimates show the flu vaccine was up to 55% effective at preventing hospitalizations among adults this season, according to a Feb. 27 CDC report. This season's preliminary estimates come from four flu surveillance systems covering more than 150,000 inpatient and outpatient encounters nationwide between October 2024 and February 2025.  Four notes:  1. The flu vaccine was 41% to 55% effective at preventing hospitalizations among adults this season. For children and adolescents, these figures ranged from 63% to 78%. 2. The flu shot's effectiveness at preventing outpatient visits ranged from 36% to 54% among adults and 32% to 60% among children.  3. Although influenza A(H3N2) viruses — typically linked to lower vaccine effectiveness — have circulated more this season, estimates indicate flu shot effectiveness remains in line wi...

fibromuscular dysplasia :: Article Creator Fibromuscular Dysplasia Review Fibromuscular dysplasia is a disorder in which the arterial wall is abnormally thickened and fibrosed. This can result in hemodynamically significant stenosis and most commonly affects the renal arteries and the carotid arteries. Rarely, mesenteric vessels or other arteries can be involved. Fibromuscular dysplasia is more common in young women. Symptoms include those from hypertension when the renal arteries are involved. Stroke can occur from either uncontrolled hypertension or from involvement of the fibromuscular dysplasia in the carotid arteries. The characteristic "string of beads" appearance is seen on angiography. Treatment includes percutaneous transluminal angioplasty (PTA) with stenting of either the renal or carotid arteries. References: 1. Polosky et al. Fibromuscular Dysplasia. Circulation. 2012; 125: e6...

active ebola cases :: Article Creator Kenya Has Recorded 41 Mpox Cases Across 12 Counties Since July 2024. The Ministry of Health has heightened disease surveillance and border screening as Kenya monitors the Mpox outbreak and potential threats from Marburg and Ebola viruses in neighboring countries. Public Health Principal Secretary Mary Muthoni on Friday revealed that since July 2024, Kenya has recorded 41 Mpox cases across 12 counties, with three new infections confirmed in Busia this week. With concerns emerging over the resurgence of Marburg Virus Disease (MVD) and Sudan Ebola Virus Disease in Tanzania and Uganda, the PS urged Kenyans to remain vigilant and adhere to public health guidelines. Tanzania has recorded 10 Marburg-related deaths since January, while Uganda has confirmed two Ebola cases and one fatality. "These outbreaks remain active, heightening the risk of cross-border transmission into Kenya. Given our proximity and f...

outbreak of new disease that was unknown before :: Article Creator 53 Dead From Mystery Illness Linked To Congo Bat Meal Health officials scramble to identify disease as cases surge to 431 in western region A deadly unidentified illness has swept through northwestern Democratic Republic of Congo, claiming 53 lives and infecting 431 people as of February 15. Health authorities are racing to identify the mysterious disease that has spread rapidly through communities, with nearly half of the deaths occurring within just 48 hours of symptoms appearing. The World Health Organization's Africa office has classified the outbreak as "a significant public health threat" as cases continue to multiply at an alarming rate. The swift progression from symptom onset to death has created urgency among health officials working to control the spread and determine the exact cause. Tracing the origin Preliminary investigations have linked the outbre...