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Multiple states are experiencing a surge in hand, foot, and mouth disease, a highly contagious virus affecting mainly children but also adults, with symptoms including blisters and rash. The virus spreads through respiratory droplets, contact with blisters, and contaminated surfaces. Most recover at home with symptomatic care, but good hygiene and avoiding sick individuals are key to prevention.
Multiple states are experiencing an outbreak of hand, foot, and mouth disease, a highly contagious virus affecting mainly children but also adults, with symptoms like blisters and rash. Experts emphasize the importance of good hygiene, especially hand-washing, to prevent spread, and note most recover at home with symptomatic care. The virus spreads through respiratory droplets, contact with blisters, and contaminated surfaces, and can cause serious complications in rare cases.
Multiple states are experiencing an outbreak of hand, foot, and mouth disease, a highly contagious virus affecting mainly children but also adults, with symptoms including blisters and rash. Experts emphasize the importance of good hygiene, especially hand-washing, to prevent spread, and note that most recover at home with symptomatic care. The virus spreads through respiratory droplets, contact with blisters, and contaminated surfaces, and can cause serious complications in rare cases.
China has reported a record-breaking outbreak of the chikungunya virus with 10,000 cases, prompting authorities to implement measures such as distributing mosquito nets, spraying disinfectant, and deploying drones to control the spread. The virus, transmitted by mosquitoes, has now reached Hong Kong and Taiwan, raising concerns about its potential to spread further due to climate change and urbanization. The UK is monitoring the situation through its health agencies, emphasizing the global interconnectedness and risks of local transmission in temperate regions.
Scientists are increasingly concerned about a new strain of bird flu that has spread to dairy cattle in the U.S., infecting over 600 herds across multiple states. The virus, primarily transmitted through milk, poses a significant challenge to control, with more than 50 known human infections reported. Experts warn of the potential for the virus to evolve and become more transmissible to humans, especially if it combines with seasonal flu, raising fears of a new pandemic. Enhanced testing and monitoring are crucial to understanding and managing the outbreak.
Valencia Elementary School in Aptos, Santa Cruz County, closed due to a norovirus outbreak, with 93 cases reported since November 5. The virus, which causes vomiting and diarrhea, is spreading through contaminated food, surfaces, or direct contact. Health officials emphasize handwashing and staying home when sick to prevent further spread. The school will be disinfected over the weekend, and no hospitalizations or deaths have been reported.
Guilford County Animal Services has paused cat intake due to an outbreak of feline panleukopenia virus (FPV) among kittens. The shelter is quarantining 28 cats to prevent the virus's spread and has euthanized two severely affected kittens. The shelter, already near capacity, is urging the public to foster or adopt cats to help manage the situation.
Fairhope West Elementary School in Alabama is shutting down for two days due to a reported gastrointestinal virus outbreak, with at least 773 students absent and 201 on campus. The Alabama Department of Public Health is investigating the outbreak, and the school will undergo deep cleaning during the closure. Fairhope East has also been affected, but to a lesser extent, and the investigation is ongoing.
Russian authorities have denied the existence of a virus outbreak in the country after videos circulated online showing rows of ambulances outside infectious disease hospitals in Moscow. The Moscow Department of Health stated that the presence of ambulances outside hospitals is not unusual and that there has been no significant increase in COVID-19 or acute respiratory viral infections (ARVI) in recent weeks. They attributed the queues to standard practice during peak hours and stated that the morbidity situation is normal. The World Health Organization (WHO) noted a rise in respiratory infectious diseases across its European region, partly due to seasonal factors and infections among children who were protected during the pandemic.
Dogs at the Palm Beach County Animal Care and Control Shelter in Florida are dying due to a virus outbreak caused by Streptococcus equi zooepidemicus. Three dogs have already died, prompting the shelter to temporarily stop accepting dogs for surrender or intake. The shelter is following protocols recommended by Dr. Cynda Crawford from the University of Florida to reduce the risk to other dogs. Quarantine measures have been implemented, and all dogs in the shelter have received antibiotics. Partner agencies and rescues are assisting with emergency strays.
Major League Baseball cancels the remainder of its GM meetings in Scottsdale after a virus outbreak among more than 30 executives. Initially thought to be food poisoning, the league asked food servers to wear masks and gloves and instructed executives not to serve themselves at a buffet. Eight league officials fell ill, and nearly every team has someone with symptoms. The meetings were called off a day early, and agents meetings will now be conducted on Zoom.
Blue Chip Farm Animal Refuge in Luzerne County, which houses dozens of animals available for adoption, is temporarily closed due to a virus outbreak affecting about 25% of their 40 dogs. The virus is causing diarrhea and loss of appetite, and while it is not known exactly what it is, other shelters across the country are experiencing similar outbreaks. The shelter is unable to take in any strays or surrenders until further notice and is not accepting in-person donations. The shelter will re-open when there is a full week without dogs showing any new symptoms.