Tag: Infection Prevention
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Superbug Outbreak Ties Auckland and Christchurch Hospitals, Health NZ Warns
Overview: A Linked Outbreak Across Two Cities health authorities in New Zealand say a superbug outbreak has surfaced in Auckland and Christchurch hospitals, with one Christchurch strain linked to an Auckland cluster. The development underscores the ongoing challenge of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) in healthcare settings and the importance of rapid detection, coordinated response, and strict…
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Africa CDC Expands Outbreak Response After Marburg Case in Jinka, Ethiopia
Overview: Marburg Detection in Jinka and Africa CDC’s Immediate Actions The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) has mobilized a robust response following the confirmation of Marburg virus disease (MVD) in Jinka, located in Ethiopia’s Southern Region. The initial report prompted an urgent, coordinated effort to contain transmission, protect healthcare workers, and…
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Ethiopia Probes Eight Suspected Viral Haemorrhagic Fever Cases in South Region
Overview of the Situation Ethiopia is pursuing a rapid investigation after eight suspected cases of viral haemorrhagic fever (VHF) were reported in the South Ethiopia Region. Health authorities have activated enhanced surveillance, mobilized resources, and coordinated with international partners to determine whether these cases are linked to known VHFs such as Ebola, Marburg, Lassa, or…
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Africa CDC Updates on Suspected Viral Haemorrhagic Fever in Jinka, Ethiopia
Overview The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) is actively monitoring reports of a suspected viral haemorrhagic fever (VHF) in Jinka, located in the Southern Region of Ethiopia. The notification, received on 12 November 2025, prompted an immediate review by national partners and regional health authorities to ensure rapid risk assessment, timely…
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Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease Surges in the US: Prevention Tips
Overview: A Surge in Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease Hand, Foot and Mouth disease (HFMD) is making a notable comeback across several US states this fall. Health officials report that cases in some areas, such as Maryland, are four to five times higher than last year. While HFMD is most common in young children, outbreaks…
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Italy? West Bank Hospitals Confront High Rates of Multidrug-Resistant Bacteria
Rising Threat of Multidrug-Resistant Bacteria in West Bank Hospitals Across West Bank hospitals, healthcare systems are grappling with an alarming rise in multidrug-resistant (MDR) bacteria. Medical centers that once relied on standard antibiotic regimens now face pathogens that no longer respond to several first-line and even secondary treatments. The trend underscores a global challenge: antibiotic…
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Rising Multidrug-Resistant Bacteria in West Bank Hospitals
Overview: A Growing Threat in West Bank Hospitals Healthcare facilities across the West Bank are reporting higher-than-expected levels of multidrug-resistant (MDR) bacteria, raising concerns about patient safety, treatment options, and infection control. MDR bacteria resist multiple antibiotics, making common infections harder to treat and increasing the risk of complications, longer hospital stays, and higher healthcare…
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Kenya Reports First Mpox Case in Garissa as Health Worker Tests Positive
Kenya confirms first Mpox case in Garissa, linked to a health worker Kenyan health authorities confirmed the country’s first case of monkeypox, or Mpox, in Garissa County on Monday, marking a significant milestone in the nation’s disease surveillance efforts. The case involves a health worker who tested positive for Mpox, underscoring the ongoing need for…
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Kenya Confirms Mpox Case in Garissa as Health Worker Tests Positive
Kenya Records its First Mpox Case in Garissa Kenya has confirmed its first case of monkeypox (Mpox) in Garissa County, marking a significant development in the country’s public health landscape. The case involves a health worker who tested positive for Mpox, according to authorities monitoring the outbreak. Health officials say they have launched a rapid…
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Household crowding and mortality before and during the COVID-19 pandemic among adults in Limpopo, South Africa: Findings from longitudinal population surveillance
Introduction Household crowding has long been recognized as a determinant of health, influencing respiratory infections, chronic disease management, and overall mortality. In South Africa’s rural and peri-urban areas of Limpopo, crowded living conditions are common and can shape exposure to pathogens, access to resources, and psychosocial stress. This article summarizes findings from longitudinal population surveillance…