Tag: outbreak prevention
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Bridging the Gap: Tackling Vaccination Shortfalls in Livestock
Introduction: Why livestock vaccination matters Vaccination has long been a cornerstone of animal health, reducing morbidity, mortality, and the economic impact of infectious diseases. From dairy cows to poultry and swine, effective vaccines can prevent outbreaks that threaten food security, livelihoods, and trade. Yet, despite advances since the era of Pasteur, vaccination shortfalls persist in…
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Alberta Premier Warns Over Measles Elimination Status: Urges Vigilance to Restore Vaccination Gains
Alberta Faces a Setback in Measles Elimination Alberta faces a troubling public health setback as the province, along with the rest of Canada, grapples with the loss of measles elimination status. Premier Danielle Smith described the development as concerning and signaled that options for reversing the trend may be limited but still essential. The comments,…
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Collaboration for Greater Impact: IPSN Global Partners Forum 2025 in Cape Town
Introduction: A milestone in pathogen surveillance collaboration From October 27 to 29, 2025, Cape Town hosted a pivotal gathering that underscored a simple but powerful idea: collaboration accelerates public health impact. The International Pathogen Surveillance Network (IPSN) Global Partners Forum and the PHA4GE Conference brought together more than 270 scientists, policy-makers, funders and public health…
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Why Hepatitis A Vaccination Should Join India’s Universal Immunisation Programme
Why Hepatitis A Is Rising in India Hepatitis A poses a growing public health challenge in India, with outbreaks increasingly reported across urban and rural areas. While improved water and sanitation reduce risk, lapses still occur, especially in densely populated communities. Public health researchers warn that natural immunity among adolescents and young adults is waning,…
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How Canada Can Regain Its Measles Elimination Status
Understanding the Current Challenge Canada’s loss of measles elimination status spotlights fragile public health systems and the urgent need for sustained investment. Outbreaks in parts of the country have highlighted gaps in vaccination coverage, surveillance, and primary care access. Restoring elimination status is not a quick fix; it requires a comprehensive, coordinated approach that tackles…
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Nationwide alfalfa sprouts recall after unusual Salmonella strain linked to dozens infected in Australia
Overview of the recall The Australian health authorities have issued a nationwide recall of alfalfa sprouts following reports of an unusual strain of Salmonella linked to dozens of illnesses across the country. The recall is focused on specific 125-gram packets of sprouts, with authorities urging consumers not to eat any affected products and to dispose…
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South Africa Faces FMD Vaccine Shortage: Government Urges Hope and Action
Overview: A Nation on Alert as FMD Vaccine Stocks Dwindle South Africa is combatting a significant shortage of foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) vaccines, with current stocks depleted beyond the level needed for immediate immunizations. The situation, highlighted by government officials and industry stakeholders, follows substantial previous procurement efforts—including a notable payment of 644,000 doses by the…
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Ebola Outbreak Surges in Kongo-Kinshasa: New Cases Reported
Introduction to the Ebola Outbreak in Kongo-Kinshasa The ongoing Ebola outbreak in Kongo-Kinshasa has escalated rapidly, with the number of suspected cases increasing from 28 to 68 in just a matter of days. This alarming rise has not only affected more individuals but has also spread across additional regions, raising concerns among health officials and…