5 years of the COVID pandemic. US levels improve, but slowly. Wins, public health threats, and ways to take action.

In a startling turn of events, tuberculosis (TB)—a disease many believed was largely under control in the United States—has quietly made a troubling comeback. According to newly released preliminary data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), TB cases in the U.S. have reached their highest numbers since 2011, a sign that this ancient illness is far from being a relic of the past.

Bacterial foodborne outbreaks in the U.S. increased while viral outbreaks declined between 2014 and 2022, with environmental contamination rising as a key cause. The study highlights how improved hygi...

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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has reported a significant increase in cases of Candida auris, a drug-resistant fungal infection, across 23 U.S. states. This yeast, often referred to as a 'superbug' due to its resistance to multiple antifungal medications, is primarily spreading in healthcare settings such as hospitals and nursing homes. The CDC's findings highlight the growing threat of this pathogen, which can cause severe infections in immunocompromised patients, particularly those with underlying conditions like diabetes, blood cancers, or weakened immune systems. Symptoms of Candida auris include fever, chills, and systemic infections, though they can mimic other illnesses. The report underscores the need for stringent infection control measures, including enhanced hand hygiene, thorough disinfection of medical equipment, and rapid diagnostic testing to identify the fungus accurately. Experts emphasize that while the risk to the general public remains low, healthcare workers and patients must remain vigilant. The CDC recommends isolating infected individuals, using personal protective equipment, and ensuring proper sterilization protocols to prevent further transmission. The article also notes that most healthy individuals are unlikely to develop severe illness from Candida auris, but preventive measures are crucial to curb its spread. Overall, the report serves as a call to action for healthcare facilities to strengthen their protocols against this emerging public health threat.

The US confirmed its first case of clade I mpox, a more aggressive strain, the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said.