Antibiotic-resistant Neisseria gonorrhoeae strains show increasing prevalence in China
Are gonorrhea treatments losing ground in China? A concerning trend emerges.
A report from China indicates increasing prevalence of antibiotic-resistant strains of Neisseria gonorrhoeae. The study type, population, an…
A new report from China shows that medicines used to cure gonorrhea are losing their effectiveness as bacteria become more resistant to anti…
CDC recommends doxycycline postexposure prophylaxis for high-risk populations to prevent syphilis, chlamydia, and gonorrhea
CDC now recommends a pill after sex to help prevent common STIs
The CDC has issued clinical guidelines recommending doxycycline postexposure prophylaxis (doxy PEP) for populations at high risk for syphili…
CDC now recommends a single antibiotic pill after sex to help prevent syphilis, chlamydia, and gonorrhea in high-risk groups.
Observational report describes physical activity guideline adherence among US adults aged 25+
How many older U.S. adults get enough exercise? The data is missing.
An observational report describes the percentage of US adults aged 25+ who met 2018 federal physical activity guidelines for both muscle-str…
A new report on U.S. adults over 25 shows we don't know how many meet federal exercise guidelines because the key numbers are missing from t…
Interim Estimates Reported for 2025-26 Seasonal Influenza Vaccine Effectiveness in US Population
Interim estimates reported for 2025-26 seasonal flu vaccine effectiveness
An interim observational report describes vaccine effectiveness estimates for the 2025-26 seasonal influenza vaccine in the United States po…
Health officials released early estimates tracking how well the 2025-26 seasonal flu vaccine is working in the United States so far.
Clade Ib mpox cases diagnosed in Kenya from July 2024 to February 2025
What does the new mpox outbreak in Kenya mean for people there?
A descriptive outbreak report details the diagnosis of clade Ib mpox cases in Kenya between July 2024 and February 2025. The case series pro…
Kenya is tracking a new clade Ib mpox outbreak from July 2024 through February 2025, separate from the 2022 global strain.
Field notes identify barriers to cooling center access in Maricopa County
What stops people from using cooling centers during extreme heat?
A 'Notes from the Field' report from Maricopa County, Arizona, describes barriers to accessing cooling centers. The study type, population, …
Cooling centers in Arizona exist, but a new report asks what stops people from reaching these safe spaces during extreme heat.
CDC updates recommendations for HIV nonoccupational postexposure prophylaxis
CDC updates recommendations for HIV prevention medication after possible exposure
The CDC has issued updated recommendations for antiretroviral postexposure prophylaxis following nonoccupational HIV exposure. The guidance …
The CDC updated its guidance on taking HIV prevention medication after a possible exposure to help doctors give the most current advice.
Measles outbreak reported among individuals associated with a Chicago migrant shelter
Measles outbreak reported at Chicago migrant shelter, health officials investigating
An outbreak report describes a measles outbreak among individuals associated with a migrant shelter in Chicago, Illinois. No study design, p…
A measles outbreak has been reported at a migrant shelter in Chicago, prompting a health investigation.
Varicella outbreak reported among recent arrivals from Central and South America in NYC shelters
Chickenpox outbreak hits New York City shelters for recent arrivals.
An outbreak report describes varicella cases among people recently arriving from Central or South America and staying in New York City shelt…
A chickenpox outbreak is spreading among recent arrivals from Central and South America living in New York City shelters and residential fac…
Utah Salmonella Livingstone outbreak investigation used patient interviews and purchase histories for rapid restaurant linkage
Utah health officials link Salmonella outbreak to restaurant using patient interviews
An observational outbreak investigation of Salmonella Livingstone cases linked to a Utah restaurant described using open-ended interviews an…
Utah health officials quickly linked a Salmonella outbreak to a specific restaurant by interviewing sick patients and reviewing their purcha…
Public health investigation reports Purpureocillium lilacinum keratitis outbreak at NYC ophthalmology clinic
Health officials investigate fungal eye infection outbreak at New York City clinic
An outbreak investigation report describes a cluster of Purpureocillium lilacinum keratitis cases among patients associated with a New York …
New York City health officials investigate a fungal eye infection outbreak linked to an ophthalmology clinic.
CDC surveillance report details measles cases from 25 U.S. jurisdictions
CDC surveillance report tracks measles cases across 25 U.S. jurisdictions
A CDC surveillance report describes measles cases reported from 25 U.S. jurisdictions. No specific case counts, outcomes, or vaccination sta…
CDC surveillance data tracks measles cases reported by 25 U.S. jurisdictions as of April 17, 2025, helping officials monitor disease pattern…