by admin | May 16, 2019 | Germs, Preventing germs
Originally Published by Babygaga Many parents seem to fall into one of two categories; the germ-fearing, hand sanitizing, “drop it and it’s trash” variety, and the “don’t worry, five-second rule” sort. No matter your approach to parenting, we all...
by admin | May 13, 2019 | Outbreaks, Skin infections
April 30, 2019: Case Count Updated as of March 31, 2019 Candida auris is an emerging fungus that presents a serious global health threat. C. auris causes severe illness in hospitalized patients in several countries, including the United States. Patients can remain...
by admin | May 5, 2019 | Infection prevention, Outbreaks, Viruses
Originally Published by Kuam News Of the 15 confirmed cases of the infectious disease Shigellosis, 10 have involved children. An ongoing outbreak of the disease has Guam’s Public Health on high alert, warning residents to take precautions, especially with the...
by admin | May 5, 2019 | Measles, Outbreaks, Viruses
Originally Published by NJSpotlight New Jersey’s growing measles outbreak appears to have roots in Israel, New York City and New York’s Rockland County, according to Garden State officials. Department of Health Commissioner Dr. Shereef Elnahal said a combination of...
by admin | May 5, 2019 | Outbreaks, Public transportation
Originally Published by Newark Patch New Jersey Department of Health officials issued a “public health alert” for Newark Airport on Thursday after an international traveler with measles allegedly passed through the busy travel center in April. According to...
