Tag: Public Health Concerns
Preparing for Potential Bird Flu Outbreak in U.S.
In the midst of political turmoil and ongoing pandemic concerns, the threat of a potential bird flu outbreak looms large, with implications that extend...
Winter 2021: COVID, Flu, and RSV Severity Comparison
The winter of 2021 has brought a flurry of respiratory illnesses, from the flu to COVID and RSV. As the Northern Hemisphere's typical respiratory...
Warning: Halt Synthetic ‘Mirror’ Bacteria Creation to Prevent Human Extinction
Scientists Warn Against Synthetic 'Mirror' Bacteria CreationIn a groundbreaking development, a group of 38 scientists from nine countries has raised a red flag...
Climate Change Increases Dengue Cases in US: Scientists Issue Warning
Climate change is causing a significant increase in dengue fever cases worldwide, according to a recent study. The study estimates that nearly 20% of...
Bird Flu in Wastewater: Implications for California and Beyond
Since the first avian influenza outbreaks struck the U.S. earlier this year, experts in health and agriculture have been struggling to monitor the virus's...
Protect Yourself from Rising West Nile Cases: Prevention Tips and Guidelines
West Nile virus is a serious mosquito-borne disease that can lead to severe illness and even death. The virus is present throughout the U.S.,...