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Mar 16, 2026 · The Outbreak Toolkit is specifically designed for epidemiologists and field investigators operating at the frontline of complex emergencies and in resource-limited settings. It provides a …

6 days ago · Framework and toolkit for infection prevention and control outbreak preparedness, readiness and response As observed in recent large-scale outbreaks, health facilities (HFs) with …

Mar 25, 2026 · An outbreak of meningitis, caused by group B meningococcal bacteria, has been reported in Kent, United Kingdom. Health authorities are investigating the outbreak and responding …

Apr 10, 2026 · On 21 March 2026, the National International Health Regulations (IHR) Focal Point for Italy notified the World Health Organization (WHO) of the identification of a human case of avian …

May 28, 2025 · Since mid-February 2025, according to data available from sentinel sites, global SARS-CoV-2 activity has been increasing, with the test positivity rate reaching 11%, levels that have not …

The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic is a global outbreak of coronavirus – an infectious disease caused by the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2). Cases of …

When a disease outbreak occurs, responding swiftly and effectively is critical to protect public health and minimize the spread of disease. The following steps outline a systematic approach to investigating …

Nov 30, 2025 · Seasonal influenza (‘the flu’) is an acute respiratory infection caused by influenza viruses that circulate globally and year-round. It can cause illness ranging from mild to severe, sometimes …

Dec 5, 2025 · Data from the global outbreak related to clade IIb, and the multiple importations of clade Ib MPXV in the last year, suggests that transmission of mpox outside sexual networks has been …