US issues nationwide alert as deadly outbreak linked to popular snack spreads
US has issued a nationwide alert as deadly listeria outbreak linked to a popular grocery store snack has spread rapidly. Read more below. Key Points
Hindustan TimesBird flu infects Arkansas poultry as US cases rise
Arkansas, a major U.S. chicken producer, has reported its first outbreak of lethal avian flu in a commercial poultry flock in a year, as the nation sees an uptick in cases. Key Points
ReutersSouth Africa's RCL Foods culls 410,000 chickens amid bird flu outbreak
South Africa's RCL Foods (RCLJ.J) said on Thursday its poultry unit Rainbow has culled 410,000 chickens due to the country's worst outbreak of avian flu, heightening fears of chicken meat and egg shortages. Key Points
ReutersIndia seeing worst Chandipura virus outbreak in over 2 decades. Here’s what you need to know
Since June, 24 districts in Gujarat reported cases of acute encephalitis. Lab tests confirmed presence of Chandipura virus in most cases. Key Points
ThePrintIndia sends 3.5-tonne humanitarian aid to Zambia as Cholera kills nearly 600 people
India has dispatched 3.5 tonne of humanitarian aid to Zambia as the country grapples with a severe cholera outbreak that has resulted in numerous fatalities and infections. Key Points
India Today
What is white lung syndrome? Signs, symptoms and preventive measures of illness
White lung syndrome is emerging as a new health concern among children. From symptoms to preventive measures, all you want to know about the outbreak. | Health Key Points
Hindustan TimesAnother mysterious virus spreading in China. WHO seeks report. Here is all you should know
The outbreak originated in northern China, with a significant number of cases involving children. Hospitals in the affected areas are reportedly overwhelmed with patients displaying pneumonia-like symptoms, yet the cause remains unidentified. Chinese health authorities, in a press conference on November 13, reported an increase in respiratory diseases in the country. Key Points
Economic TimesCDC panel recommends Bavarian Nordic's mpox vaccine for all adults at risk
Advisers to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on Wednesday voted in favor of use of Bavarian Nordic's Jynneos vaccine for all adults at risk of mpox during an outbreak. Key Points
ReutersCan Zombie viruses cause a new deadly pandemic? Here's what scientists say
Scientists warn that melting Arctic permafrost could unleash 'zombie viruses' and trigger a global medical emergency. An Arctic surveillance system is being developed to detect and contain outbreaks. Key Points
mintWhat is E coli outbreak? 1 dead, many fall ill from virus spread by these McDonald's items
One of the most popular McDonald's menu items has led to an E. coli outbreak across ten US states. Key Points
Hindustan Times
Multi-institutional team tracks virus behind India’s lumpy skin cattle disease
There have been two major outbreaks of this disease in India, the first in 2019 and a more severe outbreak in 2022, infecting more than two million cows..... Key Points
The Tribune IndiaSouthwest Iceland volcano erupts after weeks of quake activity, nearby areas evacuated
A volcano erupted on Monday in southwest Iceland after weeks of tremors. Nearly 4,000 inhabitants of the fishing town of Grindavik have been evacuated. Key Points
India TodayChina sees mysterious pneumonia outbreak, hospitals flooded by sick children
A mysterious pneumonia outbreak has swept through schools in China and resulted in hospitals being overwhelmed with sick children. The WHO has sought detailed information from China on an increase in these cases. Key Points
India TodayRising heat, prolonged monsoon fuel Bangladesh's worst dengue outbreak
The death toll from Bangladesh's dengue outbreak in 2023 is 1,476 as of Nov. 12, with 291,832 infected. | World News Key Points
Hindustan TimesFrozen strawberries linked to a Hepatitis outbreak have been recalled. The reason is gross — and might be unavoidable.
At least two people have been hospitalized with Hepatitis A after eating frozen strawberries, per the CDC. Frozen fruit from Trader Joe's, Costco, others were recalled. Key Points
Insider
Animal health body urges bird flu vaccination to avoid pandemic
The severity of the current outbreak of avian influenza, commonly called bird flu, and the economic and personal damage it has caused, has led governments to reconsider vaccinating poultry. However, some, like the United States, remain reluctant mainly because of the trade curbs this would entail. Key Points
The Indian ExpressWhy China is running short of baby chicks amid global bird flu outbreak
Bird Flu Outbreak: Baby chicks from Shandong Yisheng Livestock and Poultry Breeding Co., the top chicken breeder in China, were quoted at around 6 yuan ($0.86) per chick this week, three times the price at the start of the year. | World News Key Points
Hindustan TimesThe Bird Flu outbreak Has Taken an Ominous Turn
The avian flu has killed millions of chickens, decimated wild birds—and moved into mammals. Now the poultry industry needs new measures to stop its spread. Key Points
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