Tick-borne disease -- United States
Veterinarians say ticks are to blame for paralyzing a couple's dog after a camping trip to Boulder County.
Bob and Voni Faus were camping in Nederland earlier this month [June 2017] when their 15-year-old dachshund, Bitz, was bitten by 2 Rocky Mountain wood ticks. About one week later, Bitz couldn't move. "He was just crumpled in a pile against the wall," Voni says, "I said, 'my God, we have to go to the emergency room right now.'"
Bitz suffered from canine tick paralysis, a rare but
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Friday, 30 June 2017
PRO/AH/EDR> Porcine epidemic diarrhea - North America (04): Canada (MB) human cost
Novel Swine Enteric Coronavirus -- Canada
The President of HyLife says the challenge of the current prolonged outbreak of Porcine Epidemic Diarrhea (PED) virus in hog barns here in southeastern Manitoba is taking a toll on people. A total of 39 barns have contracted the virus this spring including a number of HyLife barns.
Claude Vielfaure says their staff is being pushed to the limit in dealing with this situation. "People have been working hard and, when these things happen, it shows the character of people and we certainly have
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The President of HyLife says the challenge of the current prolonged outbreak of Porcine Epidemic Diarrhea (PED) virus in hog barns here in southeastern Manitoba is taking a toll on people. A total of 39 barns have contracted the virus this spring including a number of HyLife barns.
Claude Vielfaure says their staff is being pushed to the limit in dealing with this situation. "People have been working hard and, when these things happen, it shows the character of people and we certainly have
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PRO/AH/EDR> Chronic wasting disease, macaque - Canada: susceptible
Chronic Wasting Disease -- Canada
Macaque monkeys contracted chronic wasting disease after eating meat from CWD-positive deer, according to Canadian researchers. The findings are the 1st known oral transmissions of the prion disease to a primate and have heightened concerns of human susceptibility to CWD.
"The assumption was for the longest time that chronic wasting disease was not a threat to human health," said Stefanie Czub, prion researcher with the Canadian Food Inspection Agency, in remarks published June 24 [2017] in
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Macaque monkeys contracted chronic wasting disease after eating meat from CWD-positive deer, according to Canadian researchers. The findings are the 1st known oral transmissions of the prion disease to a primate and have heightened concerns of human susceptibility to CWD.
"The assumption was for the longest time that chronic wasting disease was not a threat to human health," said Stefanie Czub, prion researcher with the Canadian Food Inspection Agency, in remarks published June 24 [2017] in
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PRO/AH/EDR> Crayfish plague - Ireland (02): white-clawed crayfish, conf, OIE
Other Animal Disease -- Ireland
Information received on 29 Jun 2017 from Dr Martin Blake, Chief Veterinary Officer, Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Agriculture House, Dublin, Ireland
Summary
Report type: immediate notification
Date of start of the event: 5 May 2017
Date of confirmation of the event: 16 May 2017
Reason for notification: Reoccurrence of a listed disease
Date of previous occurrence: 1 Sep 2015
Manifestation of disease: clinical disease
Causal agent: _Aphanomyces astaci_
Nature of
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Information received on 29 Jun 2017 from Dr Martin Blake, Chief Veterinary Officer, Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Agriculture House, Dublin, Ireland
Summary
Report type: immediate notification
Date of start of the event: 5 May 2017
Date of confirmation of the event: 16 May 2017
Reason for notification: Reoccurrence of a listed disease
Date of previous occurrence: 1 Sep 2015
Manifestation of disease: clinical disease
Causal agent: _Aphanomyces astaci_
Nature of
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PRO/AH/EDR> White nose syndrome, bats - North America (08): (AL) bat population decline
White nose syndrome -- United States
A disease that began 10 years ago in New York is now in 30 states in the U.S., including Alabama. White Nose Syndrome is killing bats, which are critical to our way of life. Right now, a group of researchers gathering for 3 days at Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve is examining local bats to determine how the disease is affecting them.
Alabama has 15 species of bats. Researchers at Ruffner are on day one of their project this year [2017], and say so far the findings are mortifying.
"It's
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A disease that began 10 years ago in New York is now in 30 states in the U.S., including Alabama. White Nose Syndrome is killing bats, which are critical to our way of life. Right now, a group of researchers gathering for 3 days at Ruffner Mountain Nature Preserve is examining local bats to determine how the disease is affecting them.
Alabama has 15 species of bats. Researchers at Ruffner are on day one of their project this year [2017], and say so far the findings are mortifying.
"It's
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PRO/EDR> Tetanus - Italy (02): commentary
Tetanus -- Italy
Although the incidence of tetanus in Europe has been decreasing for many years, disease rates in Italy have changed little during the past 2 decades. In fact, Italy currently accounts for more cases in the region than any other country. See graph:
Reference:
Berger S: 2017. Tetanus: Global Status. 528 pages, 812 graphs, 349 references. Gideon e-books,
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Communicated by:
Prof. Steve Berger
Geographic Medicine
Tel Aviv Medical Center
Israel
[ProMED thanks Dr Berger and Gideon
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Although the incidence of tetanus in Europe has been decreasing for many years, disease rates in Italy have changed little during the past 2 decades. In fact, Italy currently accounts for more cases in the region than any other country. See graph:
Reference:
Berger S: 2017. Tetanus: Global Status. 528 pages, 812 graphs, 349 references. Gideon e-books,
--
Communicated by:
Prof. Steve Berger
Geographic Medicine
Tel Aviv Medical Center
Israel
[ProMED thanks Dr Berger and Gideon
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New cases in EU-wide Salmonella outbreak linked to eggs
More than 60 further cases have been reported in an outbreak of Salmonella Enteritidis linked to Polish eggs after EU agencies said it looked to be over earlier this year.
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PRO/AH/EDR> Anthrax - India (11): (AD) livestock vaccination
Anthrax -- India
After 8 positive cases of cutaneous anthrax were reported from the Kodupunjuvalasa village of Araku Valley in Vizag Agency, teams from the Animal Husbandry department administered vaccination to 8942 animals, including cattle, goat and sheep, at 5 villages in 10-km [6.21 miles] radius on Thursday [June 2017]: [5243 cattle and 3699 sheep and goats in 16 revenue villages in relation to known and confirmed cases].
While the patients are undergoing treatment in the dermatology department of the
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After 8 positive cases of cutaneous anthrax were reported from the Kodupunjuvalasa village of Araku Valley in Vizag Agency, teams from the Animal Husbandry department administered vaccination to 8942 animals, including cattle, goat and sheep, at 5 villages in 10-km [6.21 miles] radius on Thursday [June 2017]: [5243 cattle and 3699 sheep and goats in 16 revenue villages in relation to known and confirmed cases].
While the patients are undergoing treatment in the dermatology department of the
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PRO/EDR> Gastroenteritis - Brazil (02): (RS, ES)
Norovirus -- Brazil
The outbreak in Rio Grande do Sul, occurred in a downtown named Sao Joao do Polesine, I live there and I'm one victim. Some people started to vomit and to have watery diarrhea on [Sun 25 Jun 2017], at night, after a lunch with potatoes, salad (boiled potatoes and eggs), rice, and meat. Other people, including myself, started on [Mon 26 Jun 2017] morning, with the same symptoms. Plus the cited symptoms, we had colic, fever and headache, weakness and pain in all the body. There was a verbal
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The outbreak in Rio Grande do Sul, occurred in a downtown named Sao Joao do Polesine, I live there and I'm one victim. Some people started to vomit and to have watery diarrhea on [Sun 25 Jun 2017], at night, after a lunch with potatoes, salad (boiled potatoes and eggs), rice, and meat. Other people, including myself, started on [Mon 26 Jun 2017] morning, with the same symptoms. Plus the cited symptoms, we had colic, fever and headache, weakness and pain in all the body. There was a verbal
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PRO/EDR> Strep. Group B - USA: (OR) neonatal infection, maternal placenta ingestion
Strep -- United States
In September 2016, the Oregon Health Authority was notified of a case of late-onset group B _Streptococcus agalactiae_ (GBS) bacteremia in an infant that began 5 days after completion of treatment for early-onset GBS bacteremia. The infant was born at term following an uncomplicated pregnancy; maternal GBS vaginal/rectal screening culture at 37 weeks' gestation was negative. Shortly after birth, the infant developed signs of respiratory distress and was transferred to the neonatal intensive
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In September 2016, the Oregon Health Authority was notified of a case of late-onset group B _Streptococcus agalactiae_ (GBS) bacteremia in an infant that began 5 days after completion of treatment for early-onset GBS bacteremia. The infant was born at term following an uncomplicated pregnancy; maternal GBS vaginal/rectal screening culture at 37 weeks' gestation was negative. Shortly after birth, the infant developed signs of respiratory distress and was transferred to the neonatal intensive
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PRO/EDR> Cholera, diarrhea & dysentery update (64): Asia (Yemen)
Cholera, Diarrhea, Dysentery -- Yemen
The Ministry of Public Health and Population of Yemen has recorded a total of 39 688 suspected cholera cases and 183 associated deaths during the period 22 to 27 June 2017. According to a WHO Daily Epidemiology update today, [Thu 29 Jun 2017], 231 364 suspected cholera cases and 1439 deaths have been recorded since 27 Apr 2017.
The overall case-fatality rate is 0.6 percent although it is higher in some areas and among certain age groups. While cholera is endemic in Yemen, the country has
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The Ministry of Public Health and Population of Yemen has recorded a total of 39 688 suspected cholera cases and 183 associated deaths during the period 22 to 27 June 2017. According to a WHO Daily Epidemiology update today, [Thu 29 Jun 2017], 231 364 suspected cholera cases and 1439 deaths have been recorded since 27 Apr 2017.
The overall case-fatality rate is 0.6 percent although it is higher in some areas and among certain age groups. While cholera is endemic in Yemen, the country has
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PRO/EDR> Legionellosis - USA (08): (FL) gym
Legionnaires' -- United States
An LA Fitness club near the Hunter's Creek neighborhood tested positive for the bacteria that causes Legionnaires' disease while state health investigators await results from another club location.
The 2 LA Fitness clubs in the area have been under investigation since May [2017] by Florida Department of Health officials in Orange County after 4 separate cases of Legionnaires' were traced back to the 2 gyms. The club that tested positive is at 12 700 S. Orange Blossom Trail, about 12 miles
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An LA Fitness club near the Hunter's Creek neighborhood tested positive for the bacteria that causes Legionnaires' disease while state health investigators await results from another club location.
The 2 LA Fitness clubs in the area have been under investigation since May [2017] by Florida Department of Health officials in Orange County after 4 separate cases of Legionnaires' were traced back to the 2 gyms. The club that tested positive is at 12 700 S. Orange Blossom Trail, about 12 miles
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PRO/AH> Tick-borne encephalitis - France
Tick-borne Encephalitis -- France
A 61-year-old woman presented to the emergency department (ED) with a one-week fever associated with progressive headache. She also reported weakness and paraesthesias in both legs. In the ED, the patient had normal vital parameters and reported no other medical history. Clinical examination showed slight neck stiffness; the rest of the examination was normal. Laboratory findings showed a mild inflammatory syndrome. The patient had a lumbar punction; the cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) showed
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A 61-year-old woman presented to the emergency department (ED) with a one-week fever associated with progressive headache. She also reported weakness and paraesthesias in both legs. In the ED, the patient had normal vital parameters and reported no other medical history. Clinical examination showed slight neck stiffness; the rest of the examination was normal. Laboratory findings showed a mild inflammatory syndrome. The patient had a lumbar punction; the cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) showed
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Thursday, 29 June 2017
PRO/EDR> Poliomyelitis update (14): Syria (DY), new cases, cVDPV, global
Polio -- Syria
For the 1st time, the number of children paralyzed by mutant strains of the polio vaccine are greater than the number of children paralyzed by polio itself.
So far in 2017, there have been only 6 cases of "wild" polio reported anywhere in the world. By "wild," public health officials mean the disease caused by polio virus found naturally in the environment.
By contrast, there have been 21 cases of vaccine-derived polio this year [note in the above GPEI update, the tally is now up to 26
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For the 1st time, the number of children paralyzed by mutant strains of the polio vaccine are greater than the number of children paralyzed by polio itself.
So far in 2017, there have been only 6 cases of "wild" polio reported anywhere in the world. By "wild," public health officials mean the disease caused by polio virus found naturally in the environment.
By contrast, there have been 21 cases of vaccine-derived polio this year [note in the above GPEI update, the tally is now up to 26
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PRO/AH/EDR> Ebola update (30): news, research, non-governmental organization, vaccines
Ebola -- Worldwide/Unknown
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PRO/AH/EDR> Chronic wasting disease, cervid - USA (08): comment
Chronic Wasting Disease -- United States
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PRO/EDR> Hepatitis A - USA (11): (CA)
Hepatitis A -- United States
5 Apr 2017 / 39 / 33 (85) / 1 (3)
4 May 2017 / 80 / 66 (83) / 3 (4)
31 May 2017 / 133 / 103 (80) / 3 (2)
12 Jun 2017 / 160 / 120 (75) / 4 (2.5)
27 Jun 2017 / 196 / 142 (72) / 4 (2)
There have been 63 more cases over about 4 weeks and 116 more cases over about 8 weeks. Since many cases of HAV infection are asymptomatic or anicteric (without jaundice), the total number of cases is likely to have been significantly higher. It is not clear if the newer cases are truly new or just newly
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5 Apr 2017 / 39 / 33 (85) / 1 (3)
4 May 2017 / 80 / 66 (83) / 3 (4)
31 May 2017 / 133 / 103 (80) / 3 (2)
12 Jun 2017 / 160 / 120 (75) / 4 (2.5)
27 Jun 2017 / 196 / 142 (72) / 4 (2)
There have been 63 more cases over about 4 weeks and 116 more cases over about 8 weeks. Since many cases of HAV infection are asymptomatic or anicteric (without jaundice), the total number of cases is likely to have been significantly higher. It is not clear if the newer cases are truly new or just newly
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PRO/AH/EDR> Lassa fever - West Africa (25): Nigeria
Lassa Fever -- Nigeria
1. Lassa fever
Please note that the data reflects the routine reports i.e. all suspected cases including the laboratory positive and negative cases
1.1. Up to 3 suspected cases of Lassa fever with one Laboratory confirmed were reported from two LGAs (Anambra and Ogun States) in week 23, 2017 compared with zero case at the same period in 2016.
1.2. Laboratory results of the 3 suspected cases were one positive (Anambra - 1) and 2 negatives (Ogun - 2).
1.3. Between weeks 1 and 23 (2017), 301
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1. Lassa fever
Please note that the data reflects the routine reports i.e. all suspected cases including the laboratory positive and negative cases
1.1. Up to 3 suspected cases of Lassa fever with one Laboratory confirmed were reported from two LGAs (Anambra and Ogun States) in week 23, 2017 compared with zero case at the same period in 2016.
1.2. Laboratory results of the 3 suspected cases were one positive (Anambra - 1) and 2 negatives (Ogun - 2).
1.3. Between weeks 1 and 23 (2017), 301
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PRO/EDR> Hepatitis B & C - USA (02): (VA) injection drug use
Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C -- United States
Southwest Virginia health officials continue to see increases in hepatitis C linked to drug abuse in the region. That issue leaves community leaders looking at new options to combat the consequences of the epidemic. There continues to be growing concerns that the drug abuse problem in southwest Virginia opens the region up to blood-borne pathogens, like hepatitis B and C, as well as HIV.
Alice Asher is an epidemiologist for the CDC based in Atlanta. She said rural communities are beginning
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Southwest Virginia health officials continue to see increases in hepatitis C linked to drug abuse in the region. That issue leaves community leaders looking at new options to combat the consequences of the epidemic. There continues to be growing concerns that the drug abuse problem in southwest Virginia opens the region up to blood-borne pathogens, like hepatitis B and C, as well as HIV.
Alice Asher is an epidemiologist for the CDC based in Atlanta. She said rural communities are beginning
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PRO/AH/EDR> Salmonellosis, serotype anatum - USA: imported hot peppers, 2016
Salmonella -- United States
Foodborne salmonellosis causes an estimated one million illnesses and 400 deaths annually in the USA (1). _Salmonella [enterica_ serotype] Anatum is one of the top 20 Salmonella serotypes in the USA. During 2013-2015 there were approximately 300-350 annual illnesses reported to PulseNet, the national molecular subtyping network for foodborne disease surveillance. In June 2016, PulseNet identified a cluster of 16 _S._ Anatum infections with an indistinguishable pulsed-field gel electrophoresis
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Foodborne salmonellosis causes an estimated one million illnesses and 400 deaths annually in the USA (1). _Salmonella [enterica_ serotype] Anatum is one of the top 20 Salmonella serotypes in the USA. During 2013-2015 there were approximately 300-350 annual illnesses reported to PulseNet, the national molecular subtyping network for foodborne disease surveillance. In June 2016, PulseNet identified a cluster of 16 _S._ Anatum infections with an indistinguishable pulsed-field gel electrophoresis
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Campylobacter infection remains top in Denmark
Campylobacter remains the most common foodborne pathogen in Denmark with almost 4,700 cases in 2016.
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PRO/AH/EDR> Hepatitis E - Europe (02): 2005-2015
Hepatitis E -- Worldwide/Unknown
Hepatitis E virus (HEV) infection is one of the leading causes of acute viral hepatitis worldwide with 4 different genotypes (1-4) responsible for most human infections. HEV genotype 3 predominates in high-income countries, including those in Europe. Transmission of this genotype is usually zoonotic and has been linked to the consumption of pork products, and in some instances, shellfish [1-3]. Infection, which is most often asymptomatic, may cause an acute self-limiting hepatitis, with
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Hepatitis E virus (HEV) infection is one of the leading causes of acute viral hepatitis worldwide with 4 different genotypes (1-4) responsible for most human infections. HEV genotype 3 predominates in high-income countries, including those in Europe. Transmission of this genotype is usually zoonotic and has been linked to the consumption of pork products, and in some instances, shellfish [1-3]. Infection, which is most often asymptomatic, may cause an acute self-limiting hepatitis, with
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PRO/AH/EDR> Anthrax - India (10): (AD) caprine, more human cases
Anthrax -- India
A total of 3 more cases of cutaneous anthrax were reported from Kodupunjuvalasa village in Araku Mandal district of Visakhapatnam on [Wed 28 Jun 2017], The News Minute reported. As many as 8 villagers have now been confirmed to be suffering from the illness, which is spread by contact with the spores of the bacteria, which are often from infectious animal products.
Five people from the village had tested positive for anthrax on [Wed 28 Jun 2017]. All the patients are currently undergoing
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A total of 3 more cases of cutaneous anthrax were reported from Kodupunjuvalasa village in Araku Mandal district of Visakhapatnam on [Wed 28 Jun 2017], The News Minute reported. As many as 8 villagers have now been confirmed to be suffering from the illness, which is spread by contact with the spores of the bacteria, which are often from infectious animal products.
Five people from the village had tested positive for anthrax on [Wed 28 Jun 2017]. All the patients are currently undergoing
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PRO/EDR> Gastroenteritis - Brazil: (RS, ES) RFI
Norovirus -- Brazil
At least 150 people who participated in a luncheon party last [Sun 25 Jun 2017], in São João do Polêsine, a municipality in the central region of Quarta, ended up stopping at the hospital with symptoms of food infection. The lunch, served in the parish hall of the Church of St John the Baptist, was part of the commemorations in honor of St John, performed by the parish. According to Aldir Dias, clinical director of the São Roque Charity Hospital in Faxinal do Soturno, 70 people were seen
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At least 150 people who participated in a luncheon party last [Sun 25 Jun 2017], in São João do Polêsine, a municipality in the central region of Quarta, ended up stopping at the hospital with symptoms of food infection. The lunch, served in the parish hall of the Church of St John the Baptist, was part of the commemorations in honor of St John, performed by the parish. According to Aldir Dias, clinical director of the São Roque Charity Hospital in Faxinal do Soturno, 70 people were seen
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PRO/AH/EDR> Rabbit hemorrhagic disease - Guernsey: wild rabbit
Other Animal Disease -- Worldwide/Unknown
Guernsey's wild rabbit population appears to be infected with a new fatal disease, the States Vet has confirmed. David Chamberlain said evidence suggested the source of Rabbit Viral Haemorrhagic Disease 2, which has been confirmed in a rabbit that died in the GSPCA (Guersney Society for Prevention of Cruelty to Animals)'s care as well as another privately owned pet rabbit, was likely to have been from wild rabbits.
It is yet another disease that faces the island's wild population and RVHD-2
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Guernsey's wild rabbit population appears to be infected with a new fatal disease, the States Vet has confirmed. David Chamberlain said evidence suggested the source of Rabbit Viral Haemorrhagic Disease 2, which has been confirmed in a rabbit that died in the GSPCA (Guersney Society for Prevention of Cruelty to Animals)'s care as well as another privately owned pet rabbit, was likely to have been from wild rabbits.
It is yet another disease that faces the island's wild population and RVHD-2
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PRO/EDR> Rocky Mountain spotted fever (03) - USA: (TN, NE, LA) fatal
Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever -- United States
Tetracyclines are broad-spectrum antimicrobials in use since the 1940s. Older tetracycline-class drugs have been linked to cosmetic staining of permanent teeth when used in children before the age of 8 years. As a result, in 1970 a warning label was attached to all tetracycline-class antibiotics advising against the use in children under the age of 8 years.
In 1967 doxycycline was introduced as a newer tetracycline-class antibiotic. Doxycycline binds less readily to calcium and has not been
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Tetracyclines are broad-spectrum antimicrobials in use since the 1940s. Older tetracycline-class drugs have been linked to cosmetic staining of permanent teeth when used in children before the age of 8 years. As a result, in 1970 a warning label was attached to all tetracycline-class antibiotics advising against the use in children under the age of 8 years.
In 1967 doxycycline was introduced as a newer tetracycline-class antibiotic. Doxycycline binds less readily to calcium and has not been
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PRO/EDR> Cholera, diarrhea & dysentery update (63): Africa, Asia
Cholera -- Kenya
People reported that a child died at Nyala Teaching Hospital on [Mon 26 Jun 2017], and said that the hospital received 2 new patients with cholera so far. One of the medical attendants told Radio Dabanga that the hospital administration evacuated the women's ward at the hospital in order to receive more patients, but other medical and health sources at the state health ministry have not confirmed this information to Radio Dabanga.
Sheikhs in Kalma camp for displaced people said that the
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People reported that a child died at Nyala Teaching Hospital on [Mon 26 Jun 2017], and said that the hospital received 2 new patients with cholera so far. One of the medical attendants told Radio Dabanga that the hospital administration evacuated the women's ward at the hospital in order to receive more patients, but other medical and health sources at the state health ministry have not confirmed this information to Radio Dabanga.
Sheikhs in Kalma camp for displaced people said that the
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Recalls: Listeria, Campylobacter and PAHs
Food and beverage alerts were made by USA, England, Ireland, New Zealand, Australia, Germany, Austria, Spain, Belgium, Croatia, Netherlands and Denmark.
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PRO/EDR> Tetanus - Italy: (SD) unimmunized child
Tetanus -- Italy
An unvaccinated 10-year-old boy has developed tetanus, the 1st case in children in Italy for 30 years, after falling off his bike and cutting his head in Sardinia last weekend [24-25 Jun 2017], sources said. The boy's parents reportedly refused treatment with an anti-tetanus gel, sources at Oristano hospital said.
The boy's condition is improving and his life is not in danger although he has typical symptoms including muscle cramps and some paralysis of cranial nerves, they
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An unvaccinated 10-year-old boy has developed tetanus, the 1st case in children in Italy for 30 years, after falling off his bike and cutting his head in Sardinia last weekend [24-25 Jun 2017], sources said. The boy's parents reportedly refused treatment with an anti-tetanus gel, sources at Oristano hospital said.
The boy's condition is improving and his life is not in danger although he has typical symptoms including muscle cramps and some paralysis of cranial nerves, they
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PRO/EDR> Malaria - India: New Delhi
Malaria -- India
After 5 long years, malaria is back in the national capital and the number of cases has shot up alarmingly to 113, of which 40 cases were detected this month [June 2017].
The National Institute of Malaria Research (NIMR) has found 2 new species of Anopheles stephensi (urban vector) and Anopheles culicifacies (rural vector) circulating this year [2017].
The parasitic infection was lying dormant after mutating, but it has made a comeback after a gap of 5 years at a time when Delhi is
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After 5 long years, malaria is back in the national capital and the number of cases has shot up alarmingly to 113, of which 40 cases were detected this month [June 2017].
The National Institute of Malaria Research (NIMR) has found 2 new species of Anopheles stephensi (urban vector) and Anopheles culicifacies (rural vector) circulating this year [2017].
The parasitic infection was lying dormant after mutating, but it has made a comeback after a gap of 5 years at a time when Delhi is
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PRO/AH/EDR> Avian influenza, human (60): WHO, human-animal interface
Avian Influenza -- Worldwide/Unknown
- New infections: Since the previous update, new human infections with influenza A(H7N9) viruses were reported.
- Risk assessment: The overall public health risk from currently known influenza viruses at the human-animal interface has not changed, and the likelihood of sustained human-to-human transmission of these viruses remains low. Further human infections with viruses of animal origin are expected.
- IHR compliance: All human infections caused by a new influenza subtype are required
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- New infections: Since the previous update, new human infections with influenza A(H7N9) viruses were reported.
- Risk assessment: The overall public health risk from currently known influenza viruses at the human-animal interface has not changed, and the likelihood of sustained human-to-human transmission of these viruses remains low. Further human infections with viruses of animal origin are expected.
- IHR compliance: All human infections caused by a new influenza subtype are required
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PRO/AH/EDR> Scrub typhus - India (02): (HP)
Scrub Typhus -- India
With fear of scrub typhus in monsoons in the backdrop of 37 deaths reported from the state in 2016, the National Health Mission (NHM) has sent advisories to different districts to review the arrangements.
There is a plan to mobilize health staff clean premises of all the health institutions and hospitals across the state in July to maintain hygienic conditions in rainy season. The schools in the state have also been asked to disseminate information on the 3 diseases and the precautions to
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With fear of scrub typhus in monsoons in the backdrop of 37 deaths reported from the state in 2016, the National Health Mission (NHM) has sent advisories to different districts to review the arrangements.
There is a plan to mobilize health staff clean premises of all the health institutions and hospitals across the state in July to maintain hygienic conditions in rainy season. The schools in the state have also been asked to disseminate information on the 3 diseases and the precautions to
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PRO/AH/EDR> Viral hemorrhagic septicemia, fish - Slovakia: (BL), OIE
Other Animal Disease -- Slovakia
Information received on [and dated] on 28 Jun 2017 from Dr Jozef Bires , Director & Chief Veterinary Officer , State Veterinary and Food Administration , Ministry of Agriculture, BRATISLAVA, Slovakia
Summary
Report type: immediate notification
Date of start of the event: 23 May 2017
Date of confirmation of the event: 14 Jun 2017
Reason for notification: Reoccurrence of a listed disease
Date of previous occurrence: 4 Oct 2016
Manifestation of disease: Sub-clinical infection
Causal
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Information received on [and dated] on 28 Jun 2017 from Dr Jozef Bires , Director & Chief Veterinary Officer , State Veterinary and Food Administration , Ministry of Agriculture, BRATISLAVA, Slovakia
Summary
Report type: immediate notification
Date of start of the event: 23 May 2017
Date of confirmation of the event: 14 Jun 2017
Reason for notification: Reoccurrence of a listed disease
Date of previous occurrence: 4 Oct 2016
Manifestation of disease: Sub-clinical infection
Causal
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PRO/AH/EDR> Equine infectious anemia - Germany (03): (HH, BY) spread
Equine Infectious Anemia -- Germany
After [Fri 23 Jun 2017] confirmation of a 3rd case of EIA [equine infectious anemia] there is now suspicion of an additional case.
A holding in Hamburg-Osdorf is affected, according to the Health and Consumer Protection Authority information upon request of 'Pferderevue' on [Mon 25 Jun 2017]. A horse stabled at the premise was tested by a private laboratory for equine infectious anemia. The official test result by the Friedrich-Loeffler-Institut is still pending.
As a precautionary
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After [Fri 23 Jun 2017] confirmation of a 3rd case of EIA [equine infectious anemia] there is now suspicion of an additional case.
A holding in Hamburg-Osdorf is affected, according to the Health and Consumer Protection Authority information upon request of 'Pferderevue' on [Mon 25 Jun 2017]. A horse stabled at the premise was tested by a private laboratory for equine infectious anemia. The official test result by the Friedrich-Loeffler-Institut is still pending.
As a precautionary
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Wednesday, 28 June 2017
PRO> Hantavirus - Americas (37): Panama (LS)
Hantavirus -- Panama
A mother and son are positive for hantavirus cardiopulmonary syndrome in the Los Santos province.
The Ministry of Health reported that these patients, 56 and 37 years old, respectively, are residents of Las Tablas and currently in stable condition in the Anita Moreno Hospital in La Villa, Los Santos.
These are the 1st 2 positive cases with cardiopulmonary syndrome since febrile [hantavirus infection] cases were reported over the past months [not cardiopulmonary syndrome cases].
The 2
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A mother and son are positive for hantavirus cardiopulmonary syndrome in the Los Santos province.
The Ministry of Health reported that these patients, 56 and 37 years old, respectively, are residents of Las Tablas and currently in stable condition in the Anita Moreno Hospital in La Villa, Los Santos.
These are the 1st 2 positive cases with cardiopulmonary syndrome since febrile [hantavirus infection] cases were reported over the past months [not cardiopulmonary syndrome cases].
The 2
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PRO/AH/EDR> Anthrax - India (09): (AD) caprine, human conf.
Anthrax -- India
The 5 patients from Kodupunjuvalasa village of Araku Valley who are undergoing treatment for skin infections at the King George Hospital (KGH) have been tested positive for cutaneous anthrax.
Confirming the same, the doctors at KGH said that a group of people from the village consumed the meat of a goat that was already infected with _Bacillus anthracis_, the causal organism of cutaneous anthrax, some 3 weeks ago.
A few of the group developed some skin rashes, but with the condition of 5
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The 5 patients from Kodupunjuvalasa village of Araku Valley who are undergoing treatment for skin infections at the King George Hospital (KGH) have been tested positive for cutaneous anthrax.
Confirming the same, the doctors at KGH said that a group of people from the village consumed the meat of a goat that was already infected with _Bacillus anthracis_, the causal organism of cutaneous anthrax, some 3 weeks ago.
A few of the group developed some skin rashes, but with the condition of 5
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PRO/AH/EDR> MERS-CoV (43): Saudi Arabia, WHO
MERS -- Saudi Arabia
Between [16 and 23 Jun 2017], the national IHR Focal Point of Saudi Arabia reported 7 additional cases of Middle East Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus (MERS-CoV) infection, including 2 deaths, and 4 deaths among previously reported cases.
Details of the cases
Three of the 7 newly reported cases are associated with clusters 1 and 3 as reported in the Disease Outbreak News published on [13 Jun 2017 and 19 Jun 2017].
Cluster 1
An additional 2 cases have been reported in this cluster in
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Between [16 and 23 Jun 2017], the national IHR Focal Point of Saudi Arabia reported 7 additional cases of Middle East Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus (MERS-CoV) infection, including 2 deaths, and 4 deaths among previously reported cases.
Details of the cases
Three of the 7 newly reported cases are associated with clusters 1 and 3 as reported in the Disease Outbreak News published on [13 Jun 2017 and 19 Jun 2017].
Cluster 1
An additional 2 cases have been reported in this cluster in
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PRO/AH/EDR> Chronic wasting disease, cervid - USA (07): control hypothesis
Chronic Wasting Disease -- United States
Summary
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"Chronic wasting disease (CWD) affects cervids and is the only known prion disease readily transmitted among free-ranging wild animal populations in nature. The increasing spread and prevalence of CWD among cervid populations threaten the survival of deer and elk herds in North America, and potentially beyond. This review focuses on prion ecology, specifically that of CWD, and the current understanding of the role that the environment may play in disease propagation. We
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Summary
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"Chronic wasting disease (CWD) affects cervids and is the only known prion disease readily transmitted among free-ranging wild animal populations in nature. The increasing spread and prevalence of CWD among cervid populations threaten the survival of deer and elk herds in North America, and potentially beyond. This review focuses on prion ecology, specifically that of CWD, and the current understanding of the role that the environment may play in disease propagation. We
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PRO/AH/EDR> Panleukopenia virus, feline - USA: (GA) cat shelter
Other Animal Disease -- United States
A contagious virus [panleukopenia virus] has forced dozens of animals to be removed from the Bartow County Animal Shelter. The state has now placed the Cartersville facility under cat quarantine.
Animal control officers say the cats were exposed to "feline distemper", an especially contagious virus that came in from a single cat, either stray or surrendered, that didn't have the proper vaccination.
The county and the Etowah Humane Society convinced the Fur Kids rescue in Doraville to
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A contagious virus [panleukopenia virus] has forced dozens of animals to be removed from the Bartow County Animal Shelter. The state has now placed the Cartersville facility under cat quarantine.
Animal control officers say the cats were exposed to "feline distemper", an especially contagious virus that came in from a single cat, either stray or surrendered, that didn't have the proper vaccination.
The county and the Etowah Humane Society convinced the Fur Kids rescue in Doraville to
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PRO/EDR> Sepsis - Venezuela: (Caracas) fatal, pediatric hemodialysis unit
Sepsis -- Venezuela
The NGO Prepara Familia, which supports mothers and patients of Children's Hospital J.M. of los Ríos, reported that on [Sun 25 Jun 2017] night, a two year old [boy] died in intensive care, the 4th child infected in the hemodialysis unit of this pediatric center.
The first was a 10 year-old, who died on[3 May 2017] and was contaminated with _Klebsiella_ germ. In less than 8 days, a 12 [year-old] died and on [22 May 2017], a 16-year-old boy.
Prepara Familia and Codevida emphasize that the
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The NGO Prepara Familia, which supports mothers and patients of Children's Hospital J.M. of los Ríos, reported that on [Sun 25 Jun 2017] night, a two year old [boy] died in intensive care, the 4th child infected in the hemodialysis unit of this pediatric center.
The first was a 10 year-old, who died on[3 May 2017] and was contaminated with _Klebsiella_ germ. In less than 8 days, a 12 [year-old] died and on [22 May 2017], a 16-year-old boy.
Prepara Familia and Codevida emphasize that the
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PRO/AH/EDR> Influenza, canine - USA (05): (GA) increasing incidence
Canine Influenza -- United States
Georgia veterinarians have recently confirmed an increase in the growth of canine respiratory disease in dogs.
Although a typical day in the park can appear harmless, it can have fatal results if you're not careful. Augusta local Jack Hale says he typically tries to be careful when taking his dogs out to play. "Here, this is only our 2nd time here at this dog [park]...usually, we take our own bowls but today I didn't think about it because this was kind of a last-minute thing."
But
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Georgia veterinarians have recently confirmed an increase in the growth of canine respiratory disease in dogs.
Although a typical day in the park can appear harmless, it can have fatal results if you're not careful. Augusta local Jack Hale says he typically tries to be careful when taking his dogs out to play. "Here, this is only our 2nd time here at this dog [park]...usually, we take our own bowls but today I didn't think about it because this was kind of a last-minute thing."
But
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PRO/AH/EDR> Porcine reprod. & resp. syndrome - Israel: (HZ) first report, OIE
Blue Ear -- Israel
Information received on [and dated] 27 Jun 2017 from Dr Nadav Galon, Director, Veterinary Services and Animal Health, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, BET DAGAN, Israel
Summary
Report type: immediate notification
Date of start of the event: 5 Jun 2017
Date of confirmation of the event: 26 Jun 2017
Reason for notification: first occurrence of a listed disease in the country
Causal agent: PRRS virus (Arterivirus) Genotype 2 (American)
Nature of diagnosis: clinical,
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Information received on [and dated] 27 Jun 2017 from Dr Nadav Galon, Director, Veterinary Services and Animal Health, Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, BET DAGAN, Israel
Summary
Report type: immediate notification
Date of start of the event: 5 Jun 2017
Date of confirmation of the event: 26 Jun 2017
Reason for notification: first occurrence of a listed disease in the country
Causal agent: PRRS virus (Arterivirus) Genotype 2 (American)
Nature of diagnosis: clinical,
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PRO/EDR> Melioidosis - Belgium: ex Southeast Asia
Melioidosis -- Belgium
For the microbiologists among our readers, a new (and 5th) member of the _B. pseudomallei_ complex has been described, _B. humptydooensis_ , from the Northern Territory of Australia and named after the small town of Humpty Doo near to where the isolate was found (Tuanyok A, Mayo M, Scholz H, et al: _Burkholderia humptydooensis_ sp. nov., a new species related to _Burkholderia thailandensis_ and the fifth member of the _Burkholderia pseudomallei_ complex. App Environ Microbiol 2017; 83(5):
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For the microbiologists among our readers, a new (and 5th) member of the _B. pseudomallei_ complex has been described, _B. humptydooensis_ , from the Northern Territory of Australia and named after the small town of Humpty Doo near to where the isolate was found (Tuanyok A, Mayo M, Scholz H, et al: _Burkholderia humptydooensis_ sp. nov., a new species related to _Burkholderia thailandensis_ and the fifth member of the _Burkholderia pseudomallei_ complex. App Environ Microbiol 2017; 83(5):
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PRO/AH/EDR> MERS-CoV (42): Saudi Arabia (RI, SH, MD), WHO
MERS -- Saudi Arabia
As of today [Tue 27 Jun 2017], there have been a total of:
1671 laboratory-confirmed cases of MERS-CoV infection, including
677 deaths [reported case fatality rate 40.5 percent],
968 recoveries, and
26 currently active cases/infections.
[As previously mentioned, the numbers of deaths, recoveries and currently active cases come from my spreadsheet tallies and differ from those listed on the Saudi MOH website; my spreadsheet counts asymptomatic infections.
Of note is that there were no
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As of today [Tue 27 Jun 2017], there have been a total of:
1671 laboratory-confirmed cases of MERS-CoV infection, including
677 deaths [reported case fatality rate 40.5 percent],
968 recoveries, and
26 currently active cases/infections.
[As previously mentioned, the numbers of deaths, recoveries and currently active cases come from my spreadsheet tallies and differ from those listed on the Saudi MOH website; my spreadsheet counts asymptomatic infections.
Of note is that there were no
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PRO/EDR> Hepatitis E - Nigeria (BO)
Hepatitis E -- Nigeria
6. Naidu SS and Viswanathan R. Infectious hepatitis in pregnancy during Delhi epidemic. Indian J Med Res. 1957; 45(Suppl): 71-76.
11. Patra S, Kumar A, Trivedi SS, Puri M and Sarin SK. Maternal and fetal outcomes in pregnant women with acute hepatitis E virus infection. Ann Intern Med. 2007; 147(1): 28-33; abstract available at .
12. Teo CG. Fatal outbreaks of jaundice in pregnancy and the epidemic history of hepatitis E. Epidemiol Infect. 2012; 140(5): 767-87; abstract available at .
13.
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6. Naidu SS and Viswanathan R. Infectious hepatitis in pregnancy during Delhi epidemic. Indian J Med Res. 1957; 45(Suppl): 71-76.
11. Patra S, Kumar A, Trivedi SS, Puri M and Sarin SK. Maternal and fetal outcomes in pregnant women with acute hepatitis E virus infection. Ann Intern Med. 2007; 147(1): 28-33; abstract available at .
12. Teo CG. Fatal outbreaks of jaundice in pregnancy and the epidemic history of hepatitis E. Epidemiol Infect. 2012; 140(5): 767-87; abstract available at .
13.
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PRO/AH/EDR> African swine fever - Europe (11): Czech Republic (ZK) wild boar, 1st rep. OIE
African Swine Fever -- Czech Republic
Information received on 27 Jun 2017 from Dr Zbynek Semerad, Director General, State Veterinary Administration, Veterinary Administration, Prague, Czech Republic
Summary
Report type: immediate notification
Date of start of the event: 21 Jun 2017
Date of confirmation of the event: 27 Jun 2017
Reason for notification: 1st occurrence of a listed disease
Causal agent: African swine fever virus
Nature of diagnosis: laboratory (basic)
This event pertains to a defined zone within the
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Information received on 27 Jun 2017 from Dr Zbynek Semerad, Director General, State Veterinary Administration, Veterinary Administration, Prague, Czech Republic
Summary
Report type: immediate notification
Date of start of the event: 21 Jun 2017
Date of confirmation of the event: 27 Jun 2017
Reason for notification: 1st occurrence of a listed disease
Causal agent: African swine fever virus
Nature of diagnosis: laboratory (basic)
This event pertains to a defined zone within the
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PRO/AH/EDR> Avian influenza (118): South Korea, wild birds, HPAI H5N8, OIE
Avian Influenza H5N8 -- South Korea
Information received on 26 Jun 2017 from Dr Oh Soon-Min, Director -- Chief Veterinary Officer, General Animal Health Division, Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs (MAFRA), Sejong-Si, Korea (Rep. of)
Summary
Report type: immediate notification
Date of start of the event: 24 Jan 2017
Date of confirmation of the event: 28 Jan 2017
Report date: 26 Jun 2016
Date submitted to OIE: 26 Jun 2016
Reason for notification: reoccurrence of a listed disease
Date of previous occurrence:
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Information received on 26 Jun 2017 from Dr Oh Soon-Min, Director -- Chief Veterinary Officer, General Animal Health Division, Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs (MAFRA), Sejong-Si, Korea (Rep. of)
Summary
Report type: immediate notification
Date of start of the event: 24 Jan 2017
Date of confirmation of the event: 28 Jan 2017
Report date: 26 Jun 2016
Date submitted to OIE: 26 Jun 2016
Reason for notification: reoccurrence of a listed disease
Date of previous occurrence:
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PRO/AH/EDR> Hantavirus - Americas (36): USA (WA)
Hantavirus -- United States
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Tuesday, 27 June 2017
PRO/AH/EDR> Scrub typhus - Nepal (05): (CT, NP)
Scrub Typhus -- Nepal
A halt in the supply of kits required for diagnosing scrub typhus from the government-level here has forced people in need to visit the private health facility.
According to the District Public Health Office (DPHO), Chitwan, the Office has not received the scrub typhus kits from the center for the past 4 months. Prior to this, the Office would obtain kits from the Department of Health Services and provide [them] to the Bharatpur Hospital.
The facility for testing scrub typhus bacteria
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A halt in the supply of kits required for diagnosing scrub typhus from the government-level here has forced people in need to visit the private health facility.
According to the District Public Health Office (DPHO), Chitwan, the Office has not received the scrub typhus kits from the center for the past 4 months. Prior to this, the Office would obtain kits from the Department of Health Services and provide [them] to the Bharatpur Hospital.
The facility for testing scrub typhus bacteria
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Salmonella sickens seven in Canada
Frozen raw breaded chicken is suspected to be behind seven Salmonella infections in Canada.
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PRO/EDR> Cholera, diarrhea & dysentery update (62): Asia (Yemen)
-- Yemen
A cholera outbreak in Yemen, which has claimed 1400 lives in 2 months, shows tentative signs of slowing as fatality rates drop by half, the WHO said on Tue 27 Jun 2017
Nearly 219 000 suspected cases have been registered since 27 Apr 2017 and more than 1400 people have died, the UN agency said. The collapse of Yemen's infrastructure after more than 2 years of war between the Saudi-backed government and Shiite rebels who control the capital has made for a "perfect storm for cholera," the
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A cholera outbreak in Yemen, which has claimed 1400 lives in 2 months, shows tentative signs of slowing as fatality rates drop by half, the WHO said on Tue 27 Jun 2017
Nearly 219 000 suspected cases have been registered since 27 Apr 2017 and more than 1400 people have died, the UN agency said. The collapse of Yemen's infrastructure after more than 2 years of war between the Saudi-backed government and Shiite rebels who control the capital has made for a "perfect storm for cholera," the
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PRO/AH/EDR> Salmonellosis, st Enteritidis - Canada: frozen chicken products
Salmonella -- Canada
The Public Health Agency of Canada is collaborating with provincial public health partners, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency, and Health Canada to investigate an outbreak of _Salmonella [enterica_ serotype] Enteritidis infections in 4 provinces with cases of human illness linked to frozen raw breaded chicken products.
_Salmonella_ is commonly found in raw chicken and frozen raw breaded chicken products. The risk to Canadians is low and illnesses can be avoided if safe food handling,
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The Public Health Agency of Canada is collaborating with provincial public health partners, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency, and Health Canada to investigate an outbreak of _Salmonella [enterica_ serotype] Enteritidis infections in 4 provinces with cases of human illness linked to frozen raw breaded chicken products.
_Salmonella_ is commonly found in raw chicken and frozen raw breaded chicken products. The risk to Canadians is low and illnesses can be avoided if safe food handling,
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PRO/EDR> Non-TB mycobacteria, nosocomial: Background
Mycobacteria, non-TB -- Worldwide/Unknown
To date, 114 known outbreaks of human infection by non-tuberculous mycobacteria (NTM) have been associated with medical/other invasive procedures. 37 of these (32 percent) have been reported from the United States. The following chronology is abstracted from the Gideon e-book series (1). Primary references are available from the author.
- 1987: 17 cases of _Mycobacterium chelonae_ otitis media in Louisiana caused by contaminated water used by an ENT practice
- 1988: 8 cases of
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To date, 114 known outbreaks of human infection by non-tuberculous mycobacteria (NTM) have been associated with medical/other invasive procedures. 37 of these (32 percent) have been reported from the United States. The following chronology is abstracted from the Gideon e-book series (1). Primary references are available from the author.
- 1987: 17 cases of _Mycobacterium chelonae_ otitis media in Louisiana caused by contaminated water used by an ENT practice
- 1988: 8 cases of
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Monday, 26 June 2017
PRO/AH/EDR> Plague - USA (08): (NM)
Plague -- United States
The New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) is reporting 2 recent confirmed plague cases in 52-year-old and 62-year-old females from Santa Fe County. With the addition of these cases, there have been 3 human plague cases from Santa Fe County in 2017. All 3 cases required hospitalization. There have been no deaths from plague in 2017.
NMDOH conducted environmental investigations around the homes of the patients to look for ongoing risk and to ensure the safety of the immediate family and
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The New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) is reporting 2 recent confirmed plague cases in 52-year-old and 62-year-old females from Santa Fe County. With the addition of these cases, there have been 3 human plague cases from Santa Fe County in 2017. All 3 cases required hospitalization. There have been no deaths from plague in 2017.
NMDOH conducted environmental investigations around the homes of the patients to look for ongoing risk and to ensure the safety of the immediate family and
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PRO/EDR> Chikungunya (21) - Americas, Asia, observations, research
Chikungunya -- Worldwide/Unknown
Cases by Country / Week / (Local Susp. / Local Conf. / Imported Conf. / Deaths
North America
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Mexico / week 23 [week ending 9 Jun 2017] / 0 / 15 / 0 / 0
USA / week 24 [week ending 16 Jun 2017] / 0 / 0 / 9 / 0
Central American Isthmus
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Costa Rica / week 22 [week ending 2 Jun 2017] / 163 / 0 / 0 / 0
El Salvador / week 23 [week ending 9 Jun 2017] / 292 / 0 / 0 / 0
Nicaragua / week 24 [week ending 16 Jun 2017] / 448 / 8 / 0 / 0
Panama / week 22 [week ending 2 Jun 2017] / 774 /
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Cases by Country / Week / (Local Susp. / Local Conf. / Imported Conf. / Deaths
North America
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Mexico / week 23 [week ending 9 Jun 2017] / 0 / 15 / 0 / 0
USA / week 24 [week ending 16 Jun 2017] / 0 / 0 / 9 / 0
Central American Isthmus
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Costa Rica / week 22 [week ending 2 Jun 2017] / 163 / 0 / 0 / 0
El Salvador / week 23 [week ending 9 Jun 2017] / 292 / 0 / 0 / 0
Nicaragua / week 24 [week ending 16 Jun 2017] / 448 / 8 / 0 / 0
Panama / week 22 [week ending 2 Jun 2017] / 774 /
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PRO/AH/EDR> Recombinant bacillus anthracis - USA: new avirulent strain
Anthrax -- United States
The Defense Biological Product Assurance Office (DBPAO), a component of the Joint Program Executive Office for Chemical and Biological Defense, has announced the development of a Biological Select Agents and Toxins (BSAT) surrogate solution that will mitigate the risks associated with shipment and use of Bacillus anthracis.
In addition to risk mitigation for Department of Defense (DoD) stakeholders and the community at large, this product demonstrates DBPAO's commitment to providing quality
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The Defense Biological Product Assurance Office (DBPAO), a component of the Joint Program Executive Office for Chemical and Biological Defense, has announced the development of a Biological Select Agents and Toxins (BSAT) surrogate solution that will mitigate the risks associated with shipment and use of Bacillus anthracis.
In addition to risk mitigation for Department of Defense (DoD) stakeholders and the community at large, this product demonstrates DBPAO's commitment to providing quality
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PRO/AH/EDR> Anthrax - India (08): (AD) human, suspected
Anthrax -- India
As many as 5 suspected cases of anthrax were reported from Kodipunjuvalasa village, Araku valley. According to District Medical and Health Officer (DM and HO) Uma Sundari, the victims approached the King George Hospital (KGH) with complaints of skin rashes and boils on [Sat 24 Jun 2017] night and were admitted in the dermatology ward.
As the 5 male victims were reported from Agency area, doctors suspect it as anthrax, which is mostly affected to those people who eat animals even without
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As many as 5 suspected cases of anthrax were reported from Kodipunjuvalasa village, Araku valley. According to District Medical and Health Officer (DM and HO) Uma Sundari, the victims approached the King George Hospital (KGH) with complaints of skin rashes and boils on [Sat 24 Jun 2017] night and were admitted in the dermatology ward.
As the 5 male victims were reported from Agency area, doctors suspect it as anthrax, which is mostly affected to those people who eat animals even without
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PRO/EDR> Dengue/DHF update (07): Americas, Pacific
Dengue -- Worldwide/Unknown
Cases by Country / Week updated / Probable/ Conf./ Virus type/ DHF severe/ Deaths
North America
USA / 22 [week ending 02 Jun 2017] / 42 / 42 / D? / 0 / 0
Central America and Mexico
Costa Rica / 21 [week ending 26 May 2017] / 1569 / 0 / D 1,2 / 0 / 0
El Salvador / 22 [week ending 02 Jun 2017] / 1604 / 37 / D? / 30 / 0
Honduras / 22 [week ending 02 Jun 2017] / 1657 / 0 / D? / 30 / 0
Mexico /19 [week ending 12 May 2017] / 2415 / 913 / D 1,2,3 / 297 / 3
Panama / 20 [week ending 19 May
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Cases by Country / Week updated / Probable/ Conf./ Virus type/ DHF severe/ Deaths
North America
USA / 22 [week ending 02 Jun 2017] / 42 / 42 / D? / 0 / 0
Central America and Mexico
Costa Rica / 21 [week ending 26 May 2017] / 1569 / 0 / D 1,2 / 0 / 0
El Salvador / 22 [week ending 02 Jun 2017] / 1604 / 37 / D? / 30 / 0
Honduras / 22 [week ending 02 Jun 2017] / 1657 / 0 / D? / 30 / 0
Mexico /19 [week ending 12 May 2017] / 2415 / 913 / D 1,2,3 / 297 / 3
Panama / 20 [week ending 19 May
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PRO/AH/EDR> Foot and mouth disease - Colombia: (AR) bovine, serotype O, OIE
Foot and Mouth -- Colombia
Information received on 24 Jun 2017 from Dr Luis Humberto Martinez Lacouture, Gerente General, Instituto Colombiano Agropecuario (ICA), Ministerio de Agricultura y Desarrollo Rural, Bogota, Colombia
Summary
Report type: Immediate notification
Date of start of the event: 11 Jun 2017
Date of confirmation of the event: 23 Jun 2017
Report date: 24 Jun 2017
Reason for notification: Reoccurrence of a listed disease
Date of previous occurrence: 4 Aug 2009
Manifestation of disease: clinical
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Information received on 24 Jun 2017 from Dr Luis Humberto Martinez Lacouture, Gerente General, Instituto Colombiano Agropecuario (ICA), Ministerio de Agricultura y Desarrollo Rural, Bogota, Colombia
Summary
Report type: Immediate notification
Date of start of the event: 11 Jun 2017
Date of confirmation of the event: 23 Jun 2017
Report date: 24 Jun 2017
Reason for notification: Reoccurrence of a listed disease
Date of previous occurrence: 4 Aug 2009
Manifestation of disease: clinical
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PRO/EDR> Vibrio vulnificus - China: (HK) necrotizing fasciitis
Vibrio vulnificus -- China
Hong Kong health officials reported a sporadic case of necrotizing fasciitis due to _Vibrio vulnificus_ infection affecting a 49-year-old male with underlying illnesses. He presented with bilateral foot and ankle pain and malaise since [Mon 5 Jun 2017], attended the Accident and Emergency Department of a public hospital on [Tue 6 Jun 2017] and was admitted on the same day. The clinical diagnosis was necrotizing fasciitis.
Excisional debridement of left foot was performed. Specimens of blood
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Hong Kong health officials reported a sporadic case of necrotizing fasciitis due to _Vibrio vulnificus_ infection affecting a 49-year-old male with underlying illnesses. He presented with bilateral foot and ankle pain and malaise since [Mon 5 Jun 2017], attended the Accident and Emergency Department of a public hospital on [Tue 6 Jun 2017] and was admitted on the same day. The clinical diagnosis was necrotizing fasciitis.
Excisional debridement of left foot was performed. Specimens of blood
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PRO/EDR> Ciguatera fish poisoning - EU (03): possible local fish source
Poisoning -- Portugal
We have report of the following number of statutorily notifiable cases in Portugal for the most recent years:
2016 - Data not available yet
2015 - 1 case
2014 - 7 cases
2013 - 2 cases
These cases are reported through the ICD codes corresponding to CFP. But we have no further confirmation or details on cases (and no lab test is available to detect in humans, so diagnosis is only clinical).
Lab confirmed fish caught in the "Selvagens" islands (), between Madeira and the Canary
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We have report of the following number of statutorily notifiable cases in Portugal for the most recent years:
2016 - Data not available yet
2015 - 1 case
2014 - 7 cases
2013 - 2 cases
These cases are reported through the ICD codes corresponding to CFP. But we have no further confirmation or details on cases (and no lab test is available to detect in humans, so diagnosis is only clinical).
Lab confirmed fish caught in the "Selvagens" islands (), between Madeira and the Canary
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PRO/EDR> Cholera, diarrhea & dysentery update (61): Africa, Asia
Cholera, Diarrhea, Dysentery -- Sudan
1. Guerrant RL, Carneiro-Filho BA and Dillingham RA. Cholera, diarrhea, and oral rehydration therapy: triumph and indictment. Clin Infect Dis. 2003;37(3):398-405.
2. Gregorio GV, Gonzales ML, Dans LF and Martinez EG. Polymer-based oral rehydration solution for treating acute watery diarrhoea. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2009;(2):CD006519. doi: 10.1002/14651858.CD006519.pub2.
3. Gore SM, Fontaine O and Pierce NF. Impact of rice based oral rehydration solution on stool output and duration of
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1. Guerrant RL, Carneiro-Filho BA and Dillingham RA. Cholera, diarrhea, and oral rehydration therapy: triumph and indictment. Clin Infect Dis. 2003;37(3):398-405.
2. Gregorio GV, Gonzales ML, Dans LF and Martinez EG. Polymer-based oral rehydration solution for treating acute watery diarrhoea. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2009;(2):CD006519. doi: 10.1002/14651858.CD006519.pub2.
3. Gore SM, Fontaine O and Pierce NF. Impact of rice based oral rehydration solution on stool output and duration of
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PRO/EDR> Shigellosis - USA (02): (PA, CA, FL)
Shigellosis -- United States
A popular festival venue for Pagan events recently experienced an outbreak of suspected dysentery. Four Quarters Interfaith Sanctuary says it's working with the Pennsylvania Department of Health to investigate the outbreak and is taking steps to ensure the safety of future events, such as the upcoming SpiralHeart WitchCamp.
On the weekend of 15 Jun 2017, the Mad Tea Party took place at Four Quarters. According to Maryland Our Community Now, "By [Sun 18 Jun 2017], morning, reports of
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A popular festival venue for Pagan events recently experienced an outbreak of suspected dysentery. Four Quarters Interfaith Sanctuary says it's working with the Pennsylvania Department of Health to investigate the outbreak and is taking steps to ensure the safety of future events, such as the upcoming SpiralHeart WitchCamp.
On the weekend of 15 Jun 2017, the Mad Tea Party took place at Four Quarters. According to Maryland Our Community Now, "By [Sun 18 Jun 2017], morning, reports of
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PRO/EDR> Legionellosis - Australia (03): (VI) gym spa susp.
Legionnaires' -- Australia
There are fears of a possible legionnaires' [disease] outbreak as health authorities warn of 2 people hospitalized with the disease. Both people infected with the disease reported a gym in Frankston and used its spa facilities in the lead up to their diagnosis, sparking warnings for people in the area to be on high alert.
The Department of Health and Human Services confirmed [it] has shut down the spa at Core24 gym which is now under investigation. Health experts have warned anyone who may
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There are fears of a possible legionnaires' [disease] outbreak as health authorities warn of 2 people hospitalized with the disease. Both people infected with the disease reported a gym in Frankston and used its spa facilities in the lead up to their diagnosis, sparking warnings for people in the area to be on high alert.
The Department of Health and Human Services confirmed [it] has shut down the spa at Core24 gym which is now under investigation. Health experts have warned anyone who may
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PRO/AH/EDR> Lassa fever - West Africa (24): Nigeria
Lassa Fever -- Nigeria
1. Lassa fever
Please note that the data reflects the routine reports i.e. all suspected cases including the laboratory positive and negative cases
1.1. A total of 10 suspected cases of Lassa fever with 4 Lab confirmed were reported from 8 LGAs (5 States) in week 22, 2017 compared with one suspected case from Karu LGA (Nasarawa State) at the same period in 2016.
1.2. Laboratory results of the 10 suspected cases were 4 positives (Edo - 4) and 6 negatives (Katsina - 3, Kogi - 1, Ogun - 1 and
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1. Lassa fever
Please note that the data reflects the routine reports i.e. all suspected cases including the laboratory positive and negative cases
1.1. A total of 10 suspected cases of Lassa fever with 4 Lab confirmed were reported from 8 LGAs (5 States) in week 22, 2017 compared with one suspected case from Karu LGA (Nasarawa State) at the same period in 2016.
1.2. Laboratory results of the 10 suspected cases were 4 positives (Edo - 4) and 6 negatives (Katsina - 3, Kogi - 1, Ogun - 1 and
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PRO/AH/EDR> Die-off, bees - USA: (GA) pesticides
Poisoning -- United States
David Strickland knew his honeybees were in trouble when the yellow helicopter flew over his dining table at the North Beach Bar and Grill on Tuesday [20 Jun 2017] night.
He hadn't received the usual warning that Mosquito Control would be spraying that day, so his bees were out foraging instead of safely inside the hive. Thousands of them were sprayed. By the next morning, dead bees covered the porches of the 4 hives he keeps on the roof of his Fort Screven home on Tybee. He has 7 hives in
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David Strickland knew his honeybees were in trouble when the yellow helicopter flew over his dining table at the North Beach Bar and Grill on Tuesday [20 Jun 2017] night.
He hadn't received the usual warning that Mosquito Control would be spraying that day, so his bees were out foraging instead of safely inside the hive. Thousands of them were sprayed. By the next morning, dead bees covered the porches of the 4 hives he keeps on the roof of his Fort Screven home on Tybee. He has 7 hives in
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Sunday, 25 June 2017
PRO/AH> Adenovirus hemorrhagic disease, cervids - USA: (OR)
Adenovirus -- United States
Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW) biologists are seeing an outbreak of adenovirus hemorrhagic disease (AHD) in a local deer herd in The Dalles and ask that residents do not feed the animals and bury or take to the landfill any carcasses they find on their property.
District Wildlife Biologist Jeremy Thompson said The Dalles office received several reports of deer dying in the Cherry Heights area during the past month. The cause of their deaths was determined as AHD when
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Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW) biologists are seeing an outbreak of adenovirus hemorrhagic disease (AHD) in a local deer herd in The Dalles and ask that residents do not feed the animals and bury or take to the landfill any carcasses they find on their property.
District Wildlife Biologist Jeremy Thompson said The Dalles office received several reports of deer dying in the Cherry Heights area during the past month. The cause of their deaths was determined as AHD when
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PRO/AH/EDR> Sarin, laboratory errors: DOD investigation report
Poisoning -- United States
The same Army laboratory that mishandled anthrax in 2015 leading to a nationwide scare might also have lost a small amount of the chemical sarin, the Pentagon's inspector general has found.
In a report released this month [June 2017], the inspector general for the Department of Defense found officials at the Army's Dugway Proving Ground in Utah and a contractor that facility was using to care for chemicals did not properly inventory its sarin, a nerve agent that can be fatal to humans if
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The same Army laboratory that mishandled anthrax in 2015 leading to a nationwide scare might also have lost a small amount of the chemical sarin, the Pentagon's inspector general has found.
In a report released this month [June 2017], the inspector general for the Department of Defense found officials at the Army's Dugway Proving Ground in Utah and a contractor that facility was using to care for chemicals did not properly inventory its sarin, a nerve agent that can be fatal to humans if
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PRO/EDR> Non-TB mycobacteria - USA: ex Dominican Rep, M. abscessus/chelonae, post-surgery
Mycobacteria, non-TB -- United States
Eight New Yorkers have been diagnosed with a bacterial skin infection linked to plastic surgery they received in the Dominican Republic, city health officials said Thursday [22 Jun 2017].
All the patients -- 10 in all, including 2 from Connecticut -- who contracted _Mycobacterium abscessus/chelonae_ are women and range in age from 28 and 39 years old.
They underwent cosmetic procedures such as liposuction, tummy tucks, and breast augmentations, lifts or reductions between 2 Mar and 27
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Eight New Yorkers have been diagnosed with a bacterial skin infection linked to plastic surgery they received in the Dominican Republic, city health officials said Thursday [22 Jun 2017].
All the patients -- 10 in all, including 2 from Connecticut -- who contracted _Mycobacterium abscessus/chelonae_ are women and range in age from 28 and 39 years old.
They underwent cosmetic procedures such as liposuction, tummy tucks, and breast augmentations, lifts or reductions between 2 Mar and 27
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PRO/EDR> Norovirus (06): France (AR), Fiji (WE), Canada (QC)
Norovirus -- France
57 children and adolescents attending different schools in Montmarault (Allier) showed the same symptoms on Thu [15 Jun 2017]: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea.
16 absences were recorded in nursery school, 26 in elementary school, and 15 in college. However, not all of them had lunch at the canteen. External students have also been affected.
Are the water or meals taken in common at the canteen by all the affected students responsible? Is this a virus? We still do not know. The necessary
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57 children and adolescents attending different schools in Montmarault (Allier) showed the same symptoms on Thu [15 Jun 2017]: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea.
16 absences were recorded in nursery school, 26 in elementary school, and 15 in college. However, not all of them had lunch at the canteen. External students have also been affected.
Are the water or meals taken in common at the canteen by all the affected students responsible? Is this a virus? We still do not know. The necessary
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PRO/AH/EDR> Undiagnosed deaths, canine - USA (03): (CA) poisoning susp, RFI
Poisoning -- United States
One dog is dead after possibly getting poisoned at a local park. Now, 10 News is getting reports of a 2nd dog dying after visiting the same park.
The warning is posted on a hand-written flyer at the park. No one knows who put it there, but it doesn't look like the city put it there.
10 News reporter Anthony Pura spoke with one of the dog owners. She says her dog, Porky, died hours after getting home from the Grape Street Dog Park [San Diego, CA].
The 6-year-old Yorkshire Terrier died
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One dog is dead after possibly getting poisoned at a local park. Now, 10 News is getting reports of a 2nd dog dying after visiting the same park.
The warning is posted on a hand-written flyer at the park. No one knows who put it there, but it doesn't look like the city put it there.
10 News reporter Anthony Pura spoke with one of the dog owners. She says her dog, Porky, died hours after getting home from the Grape Street Dog Park [San Diego, CA].
The 6-year-old Yorkshire Terrier died
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PRO/AH/EDR> Sarcocystosis, animals - Ireland: (DG) ovine
Other Animal Disease -- Ireland
The Department of Agriculture has confirmed that over 400 carcasses of lambs were destroyed after they were found to have a disease that can be transmitted to people.
Veterinary inspectors detected the disease called sarcocystosis in lambs over several weeks, and carcasses were condemned before they entered the food chain.
The Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) explained that cases of people becoming infected with the sarcocystis parasite are more common in "cultures where raw meat
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The Department of Agriculture has confirmed that over 400 carcasses of lambs were destroyed after they were found to have a disease that can be transmitted to people.
Veterinary inspectors detected the disease called sarcocystosis in lambs over several weeks, and carcasses were condemned before they entered the food chain.
The Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) explained that cases of people becoming infected with the sarcocystis parasite are more common in "cultures where raw meat
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PRO/AH/EDR> Japanese encephalitis - Taiwan (03): (NT)
Japanese Encephalitis -- China
A woman in New Taipei has been diagnosed with Japanese encephalitis, the 5th case of the mosquito-borne disease confirmed in Taiwan so far this year [2017], the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) said Thursday [22 Jun 2017].
The 56-year-old patient 1st sought medical attention at a local clinic on 11 Jun [2017], after she developed a fever and headache, and was hospitalized on 15 Jun [2017] with symptoms such as slurred speech and impaired movements, according to the CDC.
She tested
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A woman in New Taipei has been diagnosed with Japanese encephalitis, the 5th case of the mosquito-borne disease confirmed in Taiwan so far this year [2017], the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) said Thursday [22 Jun 2017].
The 56-year-old patient 1st sought medical attention at a local clinic on 11 Jun [2017], after she developed a fever and headache, and was hospitalized on 15 Jun [2017] with symptoms such as slurred speech and impaired movements, according to the CDC.
She tested
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Saturday, 24 June 2017
PRO/EDR> Cholera, diarrhea & dysentery update (60): Asia (Yemen)
Diarrhea, Cholera, Dysentery -- Yemen
Seized by violence and teetering on the edge of famine, Yemen is grappling with another danger that threatens to outpace them both: cholera.
"We are now facing the worst cholera outbreak in the world," international health authorities said in a statement [Sat 24 Jun 2017]. Anthony Lake, executive director of UNICEF, and Margaret Chan, director-general of the WHO, say that "more than 1300 people have died -- one quarter of them children -- and the death toll is expected to rise."
That's
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Seized by violence and teetering on the edge of famine, Yemen is grappling with another danger that threatens to outpace them both: cholera.
"We are now facing the worst cholera outbreak in the world," international health authorities said in a statement [Sat 24 Jun 2017]. Anthony Lake, executive director of UNICEF, and Margaret Chan, director-general of the WHO, say that "more than 1300 people have died -- one quarter of them children -- and the death toll is expected to rise."
That's
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PRO/EDR> Hepatitis E - Nepal: (DO, KT)
Hepatitis E -- Nepal
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PRO/AH/EDR> Toxic spider bite - Venezuela: (ZU) black widow spider
Bite -- Venezuela
The introduction of invasive black widow spiders into Venezuela continues to claim lives. This species, which is not native to South America, has spread in the Andean and western regions of the country over the past few years.
In Zulia, one of the states with the highest incidence of bites of _Latrodectus mactans_, 7 cases have been recorded, including 2 deaths, between March and May [2017 presumably. - Mod.TG].
Although it is not known exactly how this species arrived in the country, it
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The introduction of invasive black widow spiders into Venezuela continues to claim lives. This species, which is not native to South America, has spread in the Andean and western regions of the country over the past few years.
In Zulia, one of the states with the highest incidence of bites of _Latrodectus mactans_, 7 cases have been recorded, including 2 deaths, between March and May [2017 presumably. - Mod.TG].
Although it is not known exactly how this species arrived in the country, it
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PRO/EDR> Clostridium perfringens foodborne illness - USA (02): (CO)
Foodborne Illness -- United States
Health officials say they're sure food from a specific vendor at the Rifle Rodeo in Garfield County, CO, caused an outbreak that sickened 40 percent of attendees, but they won't name the rodeo organizer or the food vendor, neither of whom obtained required permits and neither of whom will be fined. About 80 of the 200 rodeo attendees reported getting sick with gastrointestinal illnesses after attending the 5 Jun 2017 event, according to a [Wed 21 Jun 2017], update from the Garfield County
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Health officials say they're sure food from a specific vendor at the Rifle Rodeo in Garfield County, CO, caused an outbreak that sickened 40 percent of attendees, but they won't name the rodeo organizer or the food vendor, neither of whom obtained required permits and neither of whom will be fined. About 80 of the 200 rodeo attendees reported getting sick with gastrointestinal illnesses after attending the 5 Jun 2017 event, according to a [Wed 21 Jun 2017], update from the Garfield County
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PRO/AH/EDR> Avian influenza (117): South Korea (TG) poultry, HPAI, spread, serotyping pending
Avian Influenza -- South Korea
The government of Daegu City says a case of avian influenza (AI) detected [Wed 21 Jun 2017] has been confirmed as a highly pathogenic strain.
The infected chicken was being kept in a makeshift pen in Dong District before being tested by the Animal and Plant Quarantine Agency.
Daegu says it is strengthening quarantine measures to prevent the spread of bird flu, including a transport ban on poultry, more checkpoints, and strengthened disinfection services.
The city has culled 725 birds
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The government of Daegu City says a case of avian influenza (AI) detected [Wed 21 Jun 2017] has been confirmed as a highly pathogenic strain.
The infected chicken was being kept in a makeshift pen in Dong District before being tested by the Animal and Plant Quarantine Agency.
Daegu says it is strengthening quarantine measures to prevent the spread of bird flu, including a transport ban on poultry, more checkpoints, and strengthened disinfection services.
The city has culled 725 birds
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PRO/AH/EDR> Avian influenza, human (59): China, H7N9
Avian Influenza H7N9 -- China
According to the CDC of Panzhihua city, Panzhihua central hospital reported one suspected human H7N9 AIV case on [Fri 16 Jun 2017], after reconfirmation of provincial CDC lab on [Sun 18 Jun 2017], the patient was confirmed to be the 1st human H7N9 case in Panzhihua city. The 48-year-old male, surname Y, resident of Tianba village of Renhe town of Renhe district of Panzhihua city in Sichuan province, worked in the 1st agriculture market in Renhe district for live poultry trading and
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According to the CDC of Panzhihua city, Panzhihua central hospital reported one suspected human H7N9 AIV case on [Fri 16 Jun 2017], after reconfirmation of provincial CDC lab on [Sun 18 Jun 2017], the patient was confirmed to be the 1st human H7N9 case in Panzhihua city. The 48-year-old male, surname Y, resident of Tianba village of Renhe town of Renhe district of Panzhihua city in Sichuan province, worked in the 1st agriculture market in Renhe district for live poultry trading and
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Friday, 23 June 2017
PRO/EDR> Zika virus (14): Americas, Asia, research, observations
Zika virus -- Worldwide/Unknown
Alex Gendernalik1, James Weger-Lucarelli1, Selene M. Garcia Luna1, Joseph R. Fauver, et al. American _Aedes vexans_ Mosquitoes are Competent Vectors of Zika Virus.
Abstract
Starting in 2013-2014, the Americas have experienced a massive outbreak of Zika virus (ZIKV) which has now reached at least 49 countries. Although most cases have occurred in South America and the Caribbean, imported and autochthonous cases have occurred in the United States. _Aedes aegypti_ and _Aedes albopictus_
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Alex Gendernalik1, James Weger-Lucarelli1, Selene M. Garcia Luna1, Joseph R. Fauver, et al. American _Aedes vexans_ Mosquitoes are Competent Vectors of Zika Virus.
Abstract
Starting in 2013-2014, the Americas have experienced a massive outbreak of Zika virus (ZIKV) which has now reached at least 49 countries. Although most cases have occurred in South America and the Caribbean, imported and autochthonous cases have occurred in the United States. _Aedes aegypti_ and _Aedes albopictus_
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PRO/EDR> Mumps update (21): USA (OR,HI,CA) Europe (UK)
Mumps -- United States
The [Oregon] Center for Human Development [CHD] announced [Mon 12 Jun 2017] there are 4 confirmed cases of mumps in Union County and 5 presumptive cases. The presumptive cases involve people who are displaying mumps symptoms but have not yet been confirmed by lab tests, according to Andi Walsh, community relations and emergency preparedness coordinator for the CHD.
People of all ages are contracting the disease. "It is not just a children's disease. It is affecting the entire community,"
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The [Oregon] Center for Human Development [CHD] announced [Mon 12 Jun 2017] there are 4 confirmed cases of mumps in Union County and 5 presumptive cases. The presumptive cases involve people who are displaying mumps symptoms but have not yet been confirmed by lab tests, according to Andi Walsh, community relations and emergency preparedness coordinator for the CHD.
People of all ages are contracting the disease. "It is not just a children's disease. It is affecting the entire community,"
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PRO/AH/EDR> Chikungunya (20): Asia (Pakistan)
Chikungunya -- Pakistan
At least 66 new cases of the Chikungunya viral fever have been detected in Karachi within a span of 6 days, with 22 of them being reported in District Malir, as per a report released by the Sindh Health Department on [Wed 21 Jun 2017].
According to the report, 66 more cases of the vector-borne ailment of Chikungunya surfaced from June 12 to 17 [2017] in Karachi, taking the patients toll to 3190 in the metropolitan this year [2017]. It said 22 cases were reported from Malir, 2 from District
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At least 66 new cases of the Chikungunya viral fever have been detected in Karachi within a span of 6 days, with 22 of them being reported in District Malir, as per a report released by the Sindh Health Department on [Wed 21 Jun 2017].
According to the report, 66 more cases of the vector-borne ailment of Chikungunya surfaced from June 12 to 17 [2017] in Karachi, taking the patients toll to 3190 in the metropolitan this year [2017]. It said 22 cases were reported from Malir, 2 from District
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PRO/AH/EDR> Tularemia - USA (06): (CO) wild rabbit
Tularemia -- United States
A wild rabbit found in the northeast part of Colorado Springs has died of tularemia infection, also known as rabbit fever, according to El Paso County Public Health.
The rabbit was tested after someone recently found several dead rabbits near a property off Austin Bluffs Parkway and Stetson Hills Boulevard.
So far, there have not been reports of human tularemia infection.
Signs of infection in people include fever, chills, headache, muscle aches, chest pain, and coughing. Tularemia
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A wild rabbit found in the northeast part of Colorado Springs has died of tularemia infection, also known as rabbit fever, according to El Paso County Public Health.
The rabbit was tested after someone recently found several dead rabbits near a property off Austin Bluffs Parkway and Stetson Hills Boulevard.
So far, there have not been reports of human tularemia infection.
Signs of infection in people include fever, chills, headache, muscle aches, chest pain, and coughing. Tularemia
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PRO/AH/EDR> Avian influenza (116): South Africa, Finland, H5N8, H5, poultry, wild, OIE
Avian Influenza H5N8 -- South Africa
Information received on [and dated] 22 Jun 2017 from Dr Bothle Michael Modisane, Chief Director, Department of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries, Animal Production and Health, Pretoria, South Africa
Summary
Report type: immediate notification
Date of start of the event: 19 Jun 2017
Date of confirmation of the event: 22 Jun 2017
Reason for notification: new strain of a listed disease in the country
Causal agent: Avian influenza virus
Serotype: H5N8
Nature of diagnosis: clinical,
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Information received on [and dated] 22 Jun 2017 from Dr Bothle Michael Modisane, Chief Director, Department of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries, Animal Production and Health, Pretoria, South Africa
Summary
Report type: immediate notification
Date of start of the event: 19 Jun 2017
Date of confirmation of the event: 22 Jun 2017
Reason for notification: new strain of a listed disease in the country
Causal agent: Avian influenza virus
Serotype: H5N8
Nature of diagnosis: clinical,
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PRO/AH/EDR> Haff disease - Brazil (03): clinical evidence
Other Human Disease -- Brazil
We describe a series of 15 Haff disease cases from an outbreak in Salvador, Brazil, starting early December 2016. 11 cases were grouped in 4 family clusters of 2 to 4 individuals, 4 were isolated cases. All but one patient consumed cooked fish; 11 within 24 hours before symptoms onset. Cases consumed 'Olho de Boi' (_Seriola_ spp) and 'Badejo' (_Mycteroperca_ spp). A total of 67 cases were detected, the last case was reported on 5 Apr 2017.
We describe a case series of Haff disease causing
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We describe a series of 15 Haff disease cases from an outbreak in Salvador, Brazil, starting early December 2016. 11 cases were grouped in 4 family clusters of 2 to 4 individuals, 4 were isolated cases. All but one patient consumed cooked fish; 11 within 24 hours before symptoms onset. Cases consumed 'Olho de Boi' (_Seriola_ spp) and 'Badejo' (_Mycteroperca_ spp). A total of 67 cases were detected, the last case was reported on 5 Apr 2017.
We describe a case series of Haff disease causing
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PRO/EDR> Diphtheria - Venezuela (02): (ZU)
Diphtheria -- Venezuela
The right wing of the 8th floor of the University Hospital of Maracaibo (HUM) was closed and there are 17 cases of confirmed and suspected cases of diphtheria in Maracaibo. In hospital's area of outpatient consultation, 485 employees were vaccinated on [Tue 20 Jun 2017] and remain on alert for the implications and how fast the contagion has spread.
Although the majority of confirmed and suspected cases are on the 8th floor, patients are also said to be in floors 6 and 7 and they will be
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The right wing of the 8th floor of the University Hospital of Maracaibo (HUM) was closed and there are 17 cases of confirmed and suspected cases of diphtheria in Maracaibo. In hospital's area of outpatient consultation, 485 employees were vaccinated on [Tue 20 Jun 2017] and remain on alert for the implications and how fast the contagion has spread.
Although the majority of confirmed and suspected cases are on the 8th floor, patients are also said to be in floors 6 and 7 and they will be
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PRO/EDR> Hand, foot, & mouth disease update (05): Thailand (SK)
Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease -- Thailand
A municipality kindergarten in Sa Kaeo's Muang district has been closed after a 2-year-old boy died from [hand-foot-mouth disease].
The elder sister of the boy now feels sick and was sent to Siriraj Hospital in Bangkok.
Captain Apinan Songkramchai, a provincial commander, said that the Kilosong Tessaban kindergarten was ordered closed on [Tue 20 Jun 2017] and public health officials and staff are now cleaning the premises with disinfectants.
The boy lived in Aranyaprathet district and
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A municipality kindergarten in Sa Kaeo's Muang district has been closed after a 2-year-old boy died from [hand-foot-mouth disease].
The elder sister of the boy now feels sick and was sent to Siriraj Hospital in Bangkok.
Captain Apinan Songkramchai, a provincial commander, said that the Kilosong Tessaban kindergarten was ordered closed on [Tue 20 Jun 2017] and public health officials and staff are now cleaning the premises with disinfectants.
The boy lived in Aranyaprathet district and
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Thursday, 22 June 2017
PRO/AH/EDR> Foot & mouth disease - Uganda: (QM) bovine, suspected, vaccination RFI
Foot and Mouth -- Uganda
The district veterinary officer for Kumi, Dr Michael Okwalinga, wants a thorough investigation of the vaccine supplied by government to vaccinate cattle on Tisai Island, Ongino sub-county in the district 2 months ago [April 2017].
This comes after the vaccinated animals tested positive for the deadly foot and mouth disease virus.
Dr Okwalinga said his visit to the island a week ago [week of 11-17 Jun 2017], confirmed that the vaccinated animals were the ones which had contracted the
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The district veterinary officer for Kumi, Dr Michael Okwalinga, wants a thorough investigation of the vaccine supplied by government to vaccinate cattle on Tisai Island, Ongino sub-county in the district 2 months ago [April 2017].
This comes after the vaccinated animals tested positive for the deadly foot and mouth disease virus.
Dr Okwalinga said his visit to the island a week ago [week of 11-17 Jun 2017], confirmed that the vaccinated animals were the ones which had contracted the
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PRO/EDR> Poliomyelitis update (13): Syria (DY, RA), global
Polio -- Syria
Poliovirus Weekly Update
As of: 21-Jun-2017, World Health Organization
New wild poliovirus cases reported this week: 0
Total number of wild poliovirus cases in 2017: 6
Total number of wild poliovirus cases in 2016: 37
New cVDPV cases reported this week: 15
Total number of cVDPV cases in 2017: 21
Total number of cVDPV cases in 2016: 5
Headlines
- In Syria, 15 new cases of circulating vaccine-derived poliovirus type 2 (cVDPV2) were reported in the past week [week of 11-17 Jun
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Poliovirus Weekly Update
As of: 21-Jun-2017, World Health Organization
New wild poliovirus cases reported this week: 0
Total number of wild poliovirus cases in 2017: 6
Total number of wild poliovirus cases in 2016: 37
New cVDPV cases reported this week: 15
Total number of cVDPV cases in 2017: 21
Total number of cVDPV cases in 2016: 5
Headlines
- In Syria, 15 new cases of circulating vaccine-derived poliovirus type 2 (cVDPV2) were reported in the past week [week of 11-17 Jun
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PRO/EDR> Cholera, diarrhea & dysentery update (59): Africa, Oceania
Cholera, Shigellosis -- Sudan
Deaths and infections with cholera are still ongoing in Khartoum state. The emergency room of El Ezba district in Khartoum North reported the death of 1 case on [Tue 20 Jun 2017], bringing the number of deaths since the beginning of the epidemic --3 weeks ago-- to 20 cases while the total number of infected has been 286. An activist in the emergency room pointed to the relapse of a number of cases that have earlier received treatment.
The activist spoke of continued efforts of the emergency
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Deaths and infections with cholera are still ongoing in Khartoum state. The emergency room of El Ezba district in Khartoum North reported the death of 1 case on [Tue 20 Jun 2017], bringing the number of deaths since the beginning of the epidemic --3 weeks ago-- to 20 cases while the total number of infected has been 286. An activist in the emergency room pointed to the relapse of a number of cases that have earlier received treatment.
The activist spoke of continued efforts of the emergency
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PRO/AH/EDR> Bornavirus - Austria: equine, clinical disease, shrew
Chronic/Non-Infectious Disease -- Austria
"Borna disease, a lethal infection with Borna disease virus-1 (BoDV-1), was diagnosed in 4 horses from Upper Austria in 2015 and 2016. All cases occurred in winter (2 cases in February 2015 and 2 cases in December 2016), and the maximal distance of the affected stables was 17 km [approx. 10 mi]. To demonstrate whether the causative agent was also harbored by its reservoir host, the bicolored white-toothed shrew (_Crocidura leucodon_), 28 shrews from this geographic area were collected in 2015
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"Borna disease, a lethal infection with Borna disease virus-1 (BoDV-1), was diagnosed in 4 horses from Upper Austria in 2015 and 2016. All cases occurred in winter (2 cases in February 2015 and 2 cases in December 2016), and the maximal distance of the affected stables was 17 km [approx. 10 mi]. To demonstrate whether the causative agent was also harbored by its reservoir host, the bicolored white-toothed shrew (_Crocidura leucodon_), 28 shrews from this geographic area were collected in 2015
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PRO/AH/EDR> E. coli EHEC - UK: (England) O157
E. coli -- United Kingdom
Parents have been warned to be alert for signs of a "very infectious" strain of _E. coli_ after a pupil was taken ill. A pupil from Thurnby Lodge Primary, in Leicester, contracted the O157 strain of the bug, which can cause kidney damage. The source of the infection, caught over the half-term holidays, is not known, the school said. The severity of the illness has not been disclosed, but pupils in the same class were sent letters by Public Heath England.
The letter said because the strain
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Parents have been warned to be alert for signs of a "very infectious" strain of _E. coli_ after a pupil was taken ill. A pupil from Thurnby Lodge Primary, in Leicester, contracted the O157 strain of the bug, which can cause kidney damage. The source of the infection, caught over the half-term holidays, is not known, the school said. The severity of the illness has not been disclosed, but pupils in the same class were sent letters by Public Heath England.
The letter said because the strain
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PRO/EDR> Measles update (33): USA, Europe, Africa
Measles -- United States
The [New York] State Department of Health said [Sun 18 Jun 2017] that a healthcare worker from the Queensbury-based Hudson Headwaters Health Network is infected with measles, putting others at risk of being infected.
Just days after a mumps warning was issued for the Capital Region, the department warned residents of Saratoga and Warren counties about the whereabouts of the health worker from [5-8 Jun 2017], when he could have potentially exposed others to the disease.
Anyone who visited
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The [New York] State Department of Health said [Sun 18 Jun 2017] that a healthcare worker from the Queensbury-based Hudson Headwaters Health Network is infected with measles, putting others at risk of being infected.
Just days after a mumps warning was issued for the Capital Region, the department warned residents of Saratoga and Warren counties about the whereabouts of the health worker from [5-8 Jun 2017], when he could have potentially exposed others to the disease.
Anyone who visited
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PRO/EDR> Cholera, diarrhea & dysentery update (58): Asia (Yemen)
Cholera -- Yemen
UN [United Nations] humanitarian chief Stephen O'Brien described the cholera outbreak in Yemen, which is fast approaching 300 000 cases, as a "man-made catastrophe" caused by the warring sides in the country's civil war and their international backers. The number of suspected cases of the disease, which is caused by ingesting bacteria from water or food contaminated with feces, reached 179 548 by [Tue 20 Jun 2017], with 1205 deaths, according to the WHO.
"This is because of conflict, it's
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UN [United Nations] humanitarian chief Stephen O'Brien described the cholera outbreak in Yemen, which is fast approaching 300 000 cases, as a "man-made catastrophe" caused by the warring sides in the country's civil war and their international backers. The number of suspected cases of the disease, which is caused by ingesting bacteria from water or food contaminated with feces, reached 179 548 by [Tue 20 Jun 2017], with 1205 deaths, according to the WHO.
"This is because of conflict, it's
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PRO/AH/EDR> Japanese encephalitis & other - India (06): (MH)
Japanese Encephalitis -- India
On [Sat 10 Jun 2017], a couple from Kondhwa rushed their 10-month-old infant to a hospital after vomiting bouts, constant cough and noticeable abnormal behaviour. Suspecting that the kid might have contracted Japanese encephalitis (JE) -- an infection that corrodes brain cells -- the doctors sent his blood samples to the National Institute of Virology (NIV), which confirmed their suspicion.
The diagnosis, a 1st in the city and 2nd in the state [this year, 2017], has got government officials
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On [Sat 10 Jun 2017], a couple from Kondhwa rushed their 10-month-old infant to a hospital after vomiting bouts, constant cough and noticeable abnormal behaviour. Suspecting that the kid might have contracted Japanese encephalitis (JE) -- an infection that corrodes brain cells -- the doctors sent his blood samples to the National Institute of Virology (NIV), which confirmed their suspicion.
The diagnosis, a 1st in the city and 2nd in the state [this year, 2017], has got government officials
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PRO/AH/EDR> Lassa fever - West Africa (23): Nigeria (ON)
Lassa Fever -- Nigeria
Following the fresh outbreak of Lassa fever in the Northern senatorial district of Ondo State, the State government and the management of Achievers' University, Owo have put in place some proactive measures to curb the spread of the deadly disease.
A total of 3 people had been identified to be hit with the fever in the ancient town of Owo, in Owo local government area of the state with 2 others from Akoko South West local government area of the state.
Speaking on the development, the
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Following the fresh outbreak of Lassa fever in the Northern senatorial district of Ondo State, the State government and the management of Achievers' University, Owo have put in place some proactive measures to curb the spread of the deadly disease.
A total of 3 people had been identified to be hit with the fever in the ancient town of Owo, in Owo local government area of the state with 2 others from Akoko South West local government area of the state.
Speaking on the development, the
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PRO/AH/EDR> Recall, pet treat - USA: chemical contamination
Poisoning -- United States
The company behind rawhide dog chew products has issued a recall for multiple brands of its products over concerns of potential chemical contamination. The move comes after United Pet Group said it received reports of pet illnesses involving diarrhea and vomiting, Fox 13 reported.
The Illinois-based company, which uses manufacturing facilities in Mexico, Colombia, and Brazil, said it has identified the source of contamination but is issuing a nationwide recall for products including
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The company behind rawhide dog chew products has issued a recall for multiple brands of its products over concerns of potential chemical contamination. The move comes after United Pet Group said it received reports of pet illnesses involving diarrhea and vomiting, Fox 13 reported.
The Illinois-based company, which uses manufacturing facilities in Mexico, Colombia, and Brazil, said it has identified the source of contamination but is issuing a nationwide recall for products including
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PRO/EDR> Pertussis (06): USA, Canada
Whooping Cough -- United States
School officials in Henrico County [Virginia] notified parents at Glen Allen High School this week [week of 5 Jun 2017] that they have been informed of multiple cases of pertussis among students. The health department added that it is seeing an increase in the respiratory illness, also known as 'whooping cough,' in the broader community as well.
If you have any questions, you may contact your child's pediatrician or Laura Young, Henrico Health District's Epidemiologist, at 804-501-5216 or .
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School officials in Henrico County [Virginia] notified parents at Glen Allen High School this week [week of 5 Jun 2017] that they have been informed of multiple cases of pertussis among students. The health department added that it is seeing an increase in the respiratory illness, also known as 'whooping cough,' in the broader community as well.
If you have any questions, you may contact your child's pediatrician or Laura Young, Henrico Health District's Epidemiologist, at 804-501-5216 or .
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Recalls: Listeria, Potassium acesulfame and mould
Food and beverage alerts were made by USA, England, New Zealand, Australia, Hong Kong, Canada, Germany, Austria, Belgium, Luxembourg, Switzerland, Finland, Netherlands and Denmark.
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Wednesday, 21 June 2017
PRO/EDR> Poliomyelitis update (12): Syria (DY, RA), susp. cases
Polio -- Syria
At least 17 children in eastern Syria have been paralyzed from a recently confirmed outbreak of polio, the World Health Organization said Tuesday [20 Jun 2017], punctuating the health risks to a population ravaged by more than 6 years of war.
It is the 2nd outbreak of the crippling disease to hit Syria since the war began, and largely reflected the inability of health workers to immunize all children caught in conflict zones where access is difficult and sanitation is poor.
The polio
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At least 17 children in eastern Syria have been paralyzed from a recently confirmed outbreak of polio, the World Health Organization said Tuesday [20 Jun 2017], punctuating the health risks to a population ravaged by more than 6 years of war.
It is the 2nd outbreak of the crippling disease to hit Syria since the war began, and largely reflected the inability of health workers to immunize all children caught in conflict zones where access is difficult and sanitation is poor.
The polio
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PRO/AH/EDR> Japanese encephalitis - Australia ex Thailand (02): fatal
Japanese Encephalitis -- Australia
An Australian man returned from Thailand has died from the rare but potentially fatal mosquito-borne disease, Japanese encephalitis.
The Victorian man in his 60s had visited Phuket for 10 days in early May [2017] and became lethargic on day 8. After returning home, he struggled to stay awake and went to hospital a few days later in a confused state. His conscious state continued to diminish, and he was eventually admitted to the intensive care unit, where he died.
Japanese encephalitis
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An Australian man returned from Thailand has died from the rare but potentially fatal mosquito-borne disease, Japanese encephalitis.
The Victorian man in his 60s had visited Phuket for 10 days in early May [2017] and became lethargic on day 8. After returning home, he struggled to stay awake and went to hospital a few days later in a confused state. His conscious state continued to diminish, and he was eventually admitted to the intensive care unit, where he died.
Japanese encephalitis
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PRO/AH/EDR> E. coli EHEC - USA (12): (TX)
E. coli -- United States
1. Wong CS, Jelacic S, Habeeb RL, et al. The risk of the hemolytic-uremic syndrome after antibiotic treatment of _Escherichia coli_ O157:H7 infections. N Engl J Med 2000; 342(26): 6; available at .
2. Kimmitt PT, Harwood CR, Barer MR. Toxin gene expression by Shiga toxin-producing _Escherichia coli_: the role of antibiotics and the bacterial SOS response. Emerg Infect Dis. 2000; 6(5): 458-65; available at .
3. Hayashi T, Makino K, Ohnishi M, et al. Complete genome of sequence of
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1. Wong CS, Jelacic S, Habeeb RL, et al. The risk of the hemolytic-uremic syndrome after antibiotic treatment of _Escherichia coli_ O157:H7 infections. N Engl J Med 2000; 342(26): 6; available at .
2. Kimmitt PT, Harwood CR, Barer MR. Toxin gene expression by Shiga toxin-producing _Escherichia coli_: the role of antibiotics and the bacterial SOS response. Emerg Infect Dis. 2000; 6(5): 458-65; available at .
3. Hayashi T, Makino K, Ohnishi M, et al. Complete genome of sequence of
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PRO/AH/EDR> Invasive mosquito - USA (03): (CA)
Other Human Disease -- United States
The Long Beach Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Vector Control Program has detected _Aedes aegypti_, the type of mosquito that can transmit Zika, dengue, and other viruses, for the 1st time in Long Beach. While they have been found in several surrounding cities in Southern California, this marks the 1st detection of these mosquitoes in Long Beach.
"We are actively informing and encouraging residents and visitors to take necessary precautions to prevent mosquito bites," said
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The Long Beach Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Vector Control Program has detected _Aedes aegypti_, the type of mosquito that can transmit Zika, dengue, and other viruses, for the 1st time in Long Beach. While they have been found in several surrounding cities in Southern California, this marks the 1st detection of these mosquitoes in Long Beach.
"We are actively informing and encouraging residents and visitors to take necessary precautions to prevent mosquito bites," said
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PRO/AH/EDR> Snake fungal disease - Europe: (UK, Czech Republic) 1st report
Other Animal Disease -- United Kingdom
National Geographic warned last week [12 - 18 Jun 2017] that the spread of the disease through serpent species, including America's iconic rattlesnakes, is potentially disastrous as the reptiles keep vermin such as rats and mice in check.
News of SFD [Snake fungal disease] cases in the UK was announced today [19 Jun 2017] 24 hours after BBC's Countryfile screened a special report on conservation efforts being made to save the nation's remaining 100 000 adders.
There are an estimated 300
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National Geographic warned last week [12 - 18 Jun 2017] that the spread of the disease through serpent species, including America's iconic rattlesnakes, is potentially disastrous as the reptiles keep vermin such as rats and mice in check.
News of SFD [Snake fungal disease] cases in the UK was announced today [19 Jun 2017] 24 hours after BBC's Countryfile screened a special report on conservation efforts being made to save the nation's remaining 100 000 adders.
There are an estimated 300
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PRO/EDR> Cholera, diarrhea & dysentery update (57): Africa, Asia, Americas
Fever -- Somalia
Rainfall
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Somalia: The significant reduction of rainfall across Somalia in the 1st week of June 2017 marks a possible end to the Gu rainy season. The reduction of rainfall within the Juba and Shabelle River basins in Ethiopia and Somalia has led to decreasing river levels which are expected to stabilize in the coming week.
Ethiopia: In May 2017, rainfall levels in excess of 125 percent of the long-term average were recorded in northern and eastern Ethiopia. Less than 75 percent of
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Rainfall
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Somalia: The significant reduction of rainfall across Somalia in the 1st week of June 2017 marks a possible end to the Gu rainy season. The reduction of rainfall within the Juba and Shabelle River basins in Ethiopia and Somalia has led to decreasing river levels which are expected to stabilize in the coming week.
Ethiopia: In May 2017, rainfall levels in excess of 125 percent of the long-term average were recorded in northern and eastern Ethiopia. Less than 75 percent of
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PRO/AH> Invasive mosquito - USA (03): (CA)
Other Human Disease -- United States
The Long Beach Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Vector Control Program has detected _Aedes aegypti_, the type of mosquito that can transmit Zika, dengue, and other viruses, for the 1st time in Long Beach. While they have been found in several surrounding cities in Southern California, this marks the 1st detection of these mosquitoes in Long Beach.
"We are actively informing and encouraging residents and visitors to take necessary precautions to prevent mosquito bites," said
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The Long Beach Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Vector Control Program has detected _Aedes aegypti_, the type of mosquito that can transmit Zika, dengue, and other viruses, for the 1st time in Long Beach. While they have been found in several surrounding cities in Southern California, this marks the 1st detection of these mosquitoes in Long Beach.
"We are actively informing and encouraging residents and visitors to take necessary precautions to prevent mosquito bites," said
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PRO/AH> Japanese encephalitis - Taiwan (02): (PT)
Japanese Encephalitis -- China
A woman from the southern Taiwan county of Pingtung, has been confirmed as having contracted Japanese encephalitis, making her the 4th person to be infected with the mosquito-borne disease in Taiwan this year [2017], the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) said on [Mon 19 Jun 2017].
The 53-year-old patient sought medical treatment at a local hospital on [26 May 2017], after developing a fever, fainting, and symptoms of consciousness disturbance, said CDC Deputy Director-General Chuang
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A woman from the southern Taiwan county of Pingtung, has been confirmed as having contracted Japanese encephalitis, making her the 4th person to be infected with the mosquito-borne disease in Taiwan this year [2017], the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) said on [Mon 19 Jun 2017].
The 53-year-old patient sought medical treatment at a local hospital on [26 May 2017], after developing a fever, fainting, and symptoms of consciousness disturbance, said CDC Deputy Director-General Chuang
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PRO/EDR> Meningitis - Romania: (BV) bacterial, RFI
Meningitis -- Romania
A 17-year-old Romanian student diagnosed with bacterial meningitis died last week [15 Jun 2017] at the Pediatric Hospital in Brasov, central Romania, while 18 other teenagers were hospitalized with similar symptoms.
The classmates of the young Romanian who died on [15 Jun 2017], as well as other people he came into contact with, were sent to the doctor for consultations. Their number reached 200 by [18 Jun 2017], reports local News.ro.
Moreover, 18 young people were admitted to the
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A 17-year-old Romanian student diagnosed with bacterial meningitis died last week [15 Jun 2017] at the Pediatric Hospital in Brasov, central Romania, while 18 other teenagers were hospitalized with similar symptoms.
The classmates of the young Romanian who died on [15 Jun 2017], as well as other people he came into contact with, were sent to the doctor for consultations. Their number reached 200 by [18 Jun 2017], reports local News.ro.
Moreover, 18 young people were admitted to the
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Tuesday, 20 June 2017
PRO/AH> Japanese encephalitis & other - India (05): (OR)
Japanese Encephalitis -- India
Acute encephalitis syndrome (AES) has come back to haunt the state health administration. It has affected 313 persons, mostly children, and claimed 10 lives in Odisha till the end of May this year [2017].
While 3 deaths have been reported from Khurda district and 2 from Balasore, one each has died in Kendrapara, Jajpur, Nayagarh, Puri and Sambalpur.
As per the statistics available from the directorate of the National Vector Borne Disease Control Programme (NVBDCP), no deaths have been
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Acute encephalitis syndrome (AES) has come back to haunt the state health administration. It has affected 313 persons, mostly children, and claimed 10 lives in Odisha till the end of May this year [2017].
While 3 deaths have been reported from Khurda district and 2 from Balasore, one each has died in Kendrapara, Jajpur, Nayagarh, Puri and Sambalpur.
As per the statistics available from the directorate of the National Vector Borne Disease Control Programme (NVBDCP), no deaths have been
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PRO/EDR> Conjunctivitis - Americas: update
Conjunctivitis -- Worldwide/Unknown
As of epidemiological week (EW) 23 of 2017 [week ending 10 Jun 2017], 5 countries and territories of the Americas have reported outbreaks of conjunctivitis: Bahamas, Brazil, the Dominican Republic, Guadeloupe, and Martinique.
1. In the Bahamas, between May and June 2017, there was an increase in the number of cases of conjunctivitis. A total of 240 cases were reported compared to the 187 cases reported during the same period in 2016. Public health measures needed to control the situation
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As of epidemiological week (EW) 23 of 2017 [week ending 10 Jun 2017], 5 countries and territories of the Americas have reported outbreaks of conjunctivitis: Bahamas, Brazil, the Dominican Republic, Guadeloupe, and Martinique.
1. In the Bahamas, between May and June 2017, there was an increase in the number of cases of conjunctivitis. A total of 240 cases were reported compared to the 187 cases reported during the same period in 2016. Public health measures needed to control the situation
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PRO/AH/EDR> Yellow fever - Americas (49): Bolivia (CB), Canada (SK)
Yellow Fever -- Bolivia
An 18-year-old youth, resident of Potosi who traveled constantly to Villa Tunari, died in recent hours of yellow fever, a death from that disease that has occurred after almost a decade [with no cases]. The young person had not been vaccinated.
The head of Epidemiology of SEDES [Departmental Health Services], Arturo Quinones, according to a report of Radio Fides of Cochabamba, said that this person could not have been vaccinated during the mass vaccination campaign done in 2007 that was for
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An 18-year-old youth, resident of Potosi who traveled constantly to Villa Tunari, died in recent hours of yellow fever, a death from that disease that has occurred after almost a decade [with no cases]. The young person had not been vaccinated.
The head of Epidemiology of SEDES [Departmental Health Services], Arturo Quinones, according to a report of Radio Fides of Cochabamba, said that this person could not have been vaccinated during the mass vaccination campaign done in 2007 that was for
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PRO/EDR> Influenza (13): WHO global update
Influenza -- Worldwide/Unknown
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In the temperate zone of the southern hemisphere, influenza activity started to increase slowly but remained low in general. Influenza activity in the temperate zone of the northern hemisphere continued to decrease. Worldwide, influenza B viruses were predominant.
- In temperate South America, influenza like illness (ILI) levels increased over the prior weeks and crossed the seasonal threshold in Chile and Paraguay. Influenza activity also increased in Argentina, Chile,
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In the temperate zone of the southern hemisphere, influenza activity started to increase slowly but remained low in general. Influenza activity in the temperate zone of the northern hemisphere continued to decrease. Worldwide, influenza B viruses were predominant.
- In temperate South America, influenza like illness (ILI) levels increased over the prior weeks and crossed the seasonal threshold in Chile and Paraguay. Influenza activity also increased in Argentina, Chile,
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PRO/AH/EDR> Tilapia syncytial hepatitis - Taiwan (02): (Taoyuan City) emerging disease, spread
Hepatitis -- China
1. Eyngor, M., Zamostiano, R., Kembou Tsofack, J. E., Berkowitz, A., Bercovier, H., Tinman, S., Lev, M., Huryitz, A., Galeotti, M., and Eldar, A. (2014). Identification of a novel RNA virus lethal to tilapia. Journal of Clinical Microbiology, 52 (12), 4137-4146, .
2. Dong, H.T., Siriroob, S., Meemetta, W., Santimanawong, W., Gangnonngiw, W., Pirarat, N., Khunrae, K., Rattanarojpong, T., Vanichviriyakit, R., and Senapin, S. (2017a). Emergence of tilapia lake virus in Thailand and an
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1. Eyngor, M., Zamostiano, R., Kembou Tsofack, J. E., Berkowitz, A., Bercovier, H., Tinman, S., Lev, M., Huryitz, A., Galeotti, M., and Eldar, A. (2014). Identification of a novel RNA virus lethal to tilapia. Journal of Clinical Microbiology, 52 (12), 4137-4146, .
2. Dong, H.T., Siriroob, S., Meemetta, W., Santimanawong, W., Gangnonngiw, W., Pirarat, N., Khunrae, K., Rattanarojpong, T., Vanichviriyakit, R., and Senapin, S. (2017a). Emergence of tilapia lake virus in Thailand and an
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PRO/AH/EDR> Foot & mouth disease - Myanmar: (RA) st Asia 1, bovine, OIE
Foot and Mouth -- Myanmar
Information received on [and dated] 16 Jun 2017 from Dr Ye Tun Win, Chief Veterinary Officer Director General, Livestock Breeding and Veterinary Department, Ministry of Livestock and Fisheries, Nay Pyi Taw, Myanmar
Summary
Report type: immediate notification (final report)
Date of start of the event: 15 Jan 2017
Date of confirmation of the event: 12 Jun 2017
Date event resolved: 6 Feb 2017
Reason for notification: recurrence of a listed disease
Date of previous occurrence:
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Information received on [and dated] 16 Jun 2017 from Dr Ye Tun Win, Chief Veterinary Officer Director General, Livestock Breeding and Veterinary Department, Ministry of Livestock and Fisheries, Nay Pyi Taw, Myanmar
Summary
Report type: immediate notification (final report)
Date of start of the event: 15 Jan 2017
Date of confirmation of the event: 12 Jun 2017
Date event resolved: 6 Feb 2017
Reason for notification: recurrence of a listed disease
Date of previous occurrence:
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PRO/AH/EDR> Lassa fever - West Africa (22): Nigeria (AN)
Lassa Fever -- Nigeria
The authorities of Anambra State on [Mon 19 Jun 2017] confirmed that a nursing student was killed by Lassa Fever, while 65 others were being monitored.
Speaking with newsmen in Awka, the Director of Public Health, State Ministry of Health, Dr Emmanuel Okafor, said that the deceased (name withheld) was a student in a private nursing school in Nkpor, Idemili North.
Okafor said that the lady was admitted at the Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University Teaching Hospital, Awka, on [Sun 11 Jun
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The authorities of Anambra State on [Mon 19 Jun 2017] confirmed that a nursing student was killed by Lassa Fever, while 65 others were being monitored.
Speaking with newsmen in Awka, the Director of Public Health, State Ministry of Health, Dr Emmanuel Okafor, said that the deceased (name withheld) was a student in a private nursing school in Nkpor, Idemili North.
Okafor said that the lady was admitted at the Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University Teaching Hospital, Awka, on [Sun 11 Jun
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PRO/EDR> Hepatitis E - Niger (06): (DF) fatal, pregnant women
Hepatitis E -- Niger
In Diffa, where access to healthcare has been hampered in particular by insecurity, the lack of adequate water, sanitation and hygiene infrastructure has an even greater impact on the health situation. Several sites within the displaced camps and communities do not have an adequate supply of drinking water, leaving some of the needs of the most vulnerable populations unmet. In addition, there is a lack of latrines, and those that are in place are in poor conditions.
From the experience of
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In Diffa, where access to healthcare has been hampered in particular by insecurity, the lack of adequate water, sanitation and hygiene infrastructure has an even greater impact on the health situation. Several sites within the displaced camps and communities do not have an adequate supply of drinking water, leaving some of the needs of the most vulnerable populations unmet. In addition, there is a lack of latrines, and those that are in place are in poor conditions.
From the experience of
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PRO/EDR> Botulism - Morocco (02): (DT) fatal
Botulism -- Morocco
The [3rd] victim of collective food poisoning, which occurred in Ouarzazate a few days ago, died last [Fri 16 Jun 2017]. The father, who had escaped _Clostridium botulinum_ (botulism) poisoning because he was travelling, lost his wife and 2 daughters. The girl, who has been in a coma for more than 2 weeks, was buried in Meknes yesterday [Sun 18 Jun 2017]
The causes of the intoxication have not yet been clearly defined despite the analysis of all foods consumed by the
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The [3rd] victim of collective food poisoning, which occurred in Ouarzazate a few days ago, died last [Fri 16 Jun 2017]. The father, who had escaped _Clostridium botulinum_ (botulism) poisoning because he was travelling, lost his wife and 2 daughters. The girl, who has been in a coma for more than 2 weeks, was buried in Meknes yesterday [Sun 18 Jun 2017]
The causes of the intoxication have not yet been clearly defined despite the analysis of all foods consumed by the
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PRO/AH/EDR> Ciguatera fish poisoning - EU (02): possible local fish source
Poisoning -- Worldwide/Unknown
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"Since 2008, autochthonous ciguatera food poisoning (CFP) outbreaks have been reported in Spain (Canary Islands) and in Portugal (Madeira). In the Canary Islands the fish genus _Seriola_ was involved in many of the outbreaks. _Gambierdiscus_ spp., microalgae responsible for CFP, was also detected in the waters of the Madeira and Canary Islands. In order to characterize the risk of CFP in the European Union, the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) and 14 European
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"Since 2008, autochthonous ciguatera food poisoning (CFP) outbreaks have been reported in Spain (Canary Islands) and in Portugal (Madeira). In the Canary Islands the fish genus _Seriola_ was involved in many of the outbreaks. _Gambierdiscus_ spp., microalgae responsible for CFP, was also detected in the waters of the Madeira and Canary Islands. In order to characterize the risk of CFP in the European Union, the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) and 14 European
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PRO/EDR> Cholera, diarrhea & dysentery update (56): Asia (Yemen)
Cholera -- Yemen
57. Luquero FJ, Grout L, Ciglenecki I, et al. Use of _Vibrio cholerae_ vaccine in an outbreak in Guinea. N Engl J Med. 2014; 370(22): 2111-2120; .
58. Sévère K, Rouzier V, Anglade SB, et al. Effectiveness of oral cholera vaccine in Haiti: 37-month follow-up. Am J Trop Med Hyg. 2016; 94(5): 1136-1142; .
59. Bhattacharya SK, Sur D, Ali M, et al. 5 year efficacy of a bivalent killed whole-cell oral cholera vaccine in Kolkata, India: a cluster-randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled
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57. Luquero FJ, Grout L, Ciglenecki I, et al. Use of _Vibrio cholerae_ vaccine in an outbreak in Guinea. N Engl J Med. 2014; 370(22): 2111-2120; .
58. Sévère K, Rouzier V, Anglade SB, et al. Effectiveness of oral cholera vaccine in Haiti: 37-month follow-up. Am J Trop Med Hyg. 2016; 94(5): 1136-1142; .
59. Bhattacharya SK, Sur D, Ali M, et al. 5 year efficacy of a bivalent killed whole-cell oral cholera vaccine in Kolkata, India: a cluster-randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled
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PRO/EDR> Streptococcus, group A - USA (02): (AZ) pharyngitis, fire fighters
Strep -- United States
A bacterial infection has spread in the Frye Fire firefighter camp, forcing personnel to be quarantined. As of Sunday morning [18 Jan 2017], there are 45 confirmed cases of strep throat, or streptococcal pharyngitis, among firefighters on the Frye Fire incident, according to public information officer Evan Burks. The initial cases were first reported Saturday afternoon [17 Jun 2017] on the Inciweb page.
The Frye Fire is burning near Safford in Graham County, and was started by lightning on
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A bacterial infection has spread in the Frye Fire firefighter camp, forcing personnel to be quarantined. As of Sunday morning [18 Jan 2017], there are 45 confirmed cases of strep throat, or streptococcal pharyngitis, among firefighters on the Frye Fire incident, according to public information officer Evan Burks. The initial cases were first reported Saturday afternoon [17 Jun 2017] on the Inciweb page.
The Frye Fire is burning near Safford in Graham County, and was started by lightning on
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PRO/AH/EDR> MERS-CoV (41): Saudi Arabia (RI, SH)
MERS -- Saudi Arabia
As of 21:00 [9:00 PM GMT-4] today [Mon 19 Jun 2017], there have been a total of:
1667 laboratory-confirmed cases of MERS-CoV infection, including
673 deaths [reported case fatality rate 40.4 percent],
954 recoveries, and
40 currently active cases/infections.
[these figures cover the period 16-18 Jun 2017. Information on 19 Jun 2017 still pending. - Mod.MPP]
[As previously mentioned, the numbers of deaths, recoveries and currently active cases come from my spreadsheet tallies and differ
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As of 21:00 [9:00 PM GMT-4] today [Mon 19 Jun 2017], there have been a total of:
1667 laboratory-confirmed cases of MERS-CoV infection, including
673 deaths [reported case fatality rate 40.4 percent],
954 recoveries, and
40 currently active cases/infections.
[these figures cover the period 16-18 Jun 2017. Information on 19 Jun 2017 still pending. - Mod.MPP]
[As previously mentioned, the numbers of deaths, recoveries and currently active cases come from my spreadsheet tallies and differ
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PRO/AH/EDR> Crimean-Congo hem. fever - Iran (03): update
Crimean-Congo Hemorrhagic Fever -- Iran
1. Papa A, Weber F, Hewson R, et al. Meeting report: First International Conference on Crimean-Congo Hemorrhagic Fever. Antiviral Res 2015; 120: 57-65. doi: 10.1016/j.antiviral.2015.05.005; abstract available at .
2. Mostafavi E, Haghdoost A, Khakifirouz S, Chinikar S. Spatial analysis of Crimean Congo hemorrhagic fever in Iran. Am J Trop Med Hyg 2013; 89(6): 1135-41. doi: 10.4269/ajtmh.12-0509; available at
- Mod.UBA]
[See Also:
Crimean-Congo hem. fever - Iran (02): update
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1. Papa A, Weber F, Hewson R, et al. Meeting report: First International Conference on Crimean-Congo Hemorrhagic Fever. Antiviral Res 2015; 120: 57-65. doi: 10.1016/j.antiviral.2015.05.005; abstract available at .
2. Mostafavi E, Haghdoost A, Khakifirouz S, Chinikar S. Spatial analysis of Crimean Congo hemorrhagic fever in Iran. Am J Trop Med Hyg 2013; 89(6): 1135-41. doi: 10.4269/ajtmh.12-0509; available at
- Mod.UBA]
[See Also:
Crimean-Congo hem. fever - Iran (02): update
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Salmonella outbreak linked to sesame paste made by Greek manufacturer
A Salmonella outbreak from a novel serotype which has sickened almost 50 people has been linked to a Greek producer.
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Monday, 19 June 2017
PRO/AH/EDR> Anthrax - Romania (03): (BT) bovine, human, OIE
Anthrax -- Romania
Information received on [and dated] 19 Jun 2017 from Dr. Marius Grigore, Director, Head of Unit Animal Health Department General Sanitary Veterinary Directorate, National Sanitary Veterinary and Food Safety Authority, Bucharest, Romania
Summary
Report type: Immediate notification
Date of start of the event: 2 Jun 2017
Date of confirmation of the event: 16 Jun 2017
Reason for notification: Recurrence of a listed disease
Date of previous occurrence: 23 Aug 2016
Manifestation of disease:
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Information received on [and dated] 19 Jun 2017 from Dr. Marius Grigore, Director, Head of Unit Animal Health Department General Sanitary Veterinary Directorate, National Sanitary Veterinary and Food Safety Authority, Bucharest, Romania
Summary
Report type: Immediate notification
Date of start of the event: 2 Jun 2017
Date of confirmation of the event: 16 Jun 2017
Reason for notification: Recurrence of a listed disease
Date of previous occurrence: 23 Aug 2016
Manifestation of disease:
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PRO/ALL> Obituary: Martin S. Wolfe
-- United States
Martin S. Wolfe, a tropical disease specialist who founded one of the country's 1st medical practices devoted to ailments incurred in travel, and who, in the 1970s, accompanied Henry Kissinger as his personal physician, died on 15 Jun 2017 at his home on Block Island, R.I. He was 82.
The cause was a failure of his artificial heart pump, said his son, David Wolfe.
Dr. Wolfe developed an interest in tropical diseases as a medical student, and, early in his career, spent 5 years doing field
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Martin S. Wolfe, a tropical disease specialist who founded one of the country's 1st medical practices devoted to ailments incurred in travel, and who, in the 1970s, accompanied Henry Kissinger as his personal physician, died on 15 Jun 2017 at his home on Block Island, R.I. He was 82.
The cause was a failure of his artificial heart pump, said his son, David Wolfe.
Dr. Wolfe developed an interest in tropical diseases as a medical student, and, early in his career, spent 5 years doing field
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PRO/AH/EDR> Avian influenza (115): Belgium (WV) poultry, HPAI H5N8, OIE
Avian Influenza H5N8 -- Belgium
Information received on [and dated] 19 Jun 2017 from Dr Jean-François Heymans, director, Animal Health and Safety of Products of Animal Origin, Federal Agency for the Safety of the Food Chain (FASFC), Bruxelles, Belgium
Summary
Report type: immediate notification
Date of start of the event: 10 Jun 2017
Date of confirmation of the event: 16 Jun 2017
Reason for notification: reoccurrence of a listed disease
Date of previous occurrence: 28 Mar 2017
Manifestation of disease: clinical
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Information received on [and dated] 19 Jun 2017 from Dr Jean-François Heymans, director, Animal Health and Safety of Products of Animal Origin, Federal Agency for the Safety of the Food Chain (FASFC), Bruxelles, Belgium
Summary
Report type: immediate notification
Date of start of the event: 10 Jun 2017
Date of confirmation of the event: 16 Jun 2017
Reason for notification: reoccurrence of a listed disease
Date of previous occurrence: 28 Mar 2017
Manifestation of disease: clinical
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PRO/EDR> Foodborne illness - Iraq (03): (NI) IDP camp, NOT fatal
Foodborne Illness -- Iraq
The period between when the food was cooked and then transported to the IDP camps resulted in the food poisoning of over 825 displaced persons from Mosul in southwestern Erbil.
On [Mon 12 Jun 2017], a group of volunteers prepared the food in Erbil and then transferred it to the camp in the afternoon as part of a charitable initiative. Hundreds of Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) in the Hassan Sham and U2 camp got food poisoning after consuming the meals. They were immediately transferred
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The period between when the food was cooked and then transported to the IDP camps resulted in the food poisoning of over 825 displaced persons from Mosul in southwestern Erbil.
On [Mon 12 Jun 2017], a group of volunteers prepared the food in Erbil and then transferred it to the camp in the afternoon as part of a charitable initiative. Hundreds of Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) in the Hassan Sham and U2 camp got food poisoning after consuming the meals. They were immediately transferred
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PRO/AH/EDR> Campylobacteriosis - Mexico: (SO) Guillain-Barre syndrome
Guillain Barre, Campylobacter -- Mexico
1. Rees JH, Soudain SE, Gregson NA and Hughes RAC: _Campylobacter jejuni_ infection and Guillain-Barré syndrome. N Engl J Med 1995;
333(21): 1374-1349. Available at .
2. Allos BN, Lippy FT, Carlsen A, Washburn RG and Blaser MJ: _Campylobacter jejuni_ strains from patients with Guillain-Barré syndrome. Emerg Infect Dis 1998; 4(2): 263-268. Available at .
3. Yuki N, Susuki K, Koga M, et al: Carbohydrate mimicry between human ganglioside GM1 and _Campylobacter jejuni_ lipooligosaccharide
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1. Rees JH, Soudain SE, Gregson NA and Hughes RAC: _Campylobacter jejuni_ infection and Guillain-Barré syndrome. N Engl J Med 1995;
333(21): 1374-1349. Available at .
2. Allos BN, Lippy FT, Carlsen A, Washburn RG and Blaser MJ: _Campylobacter jejuni_ strains from patients with Guillain-Barré syndrome. Emerg Infect Dis 1998; 4(2): 263-268. Available at .
3. Yuki N, Susuki K, Koga M, et al: Carbohydrate mimicry between human ganglioside GM1 and _Campylobacter jejuni_ lipooligosaccharide
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PRO/AH/EDR> MERS-CoV (40): animal reservoir, camels, review, FAO
MERS -- Worldwide/Unknown
Middle East Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus (MERS-CoV) is an emerging threat for public health globally and can be a cause of severe respiratory infection in humans, especially those suffering other ailments. The disease is new to humans and was first reported in 2012 in Saudi Arabia.
Dromedary camels are thought to be a natural reservoir of MERS-CoV and can be a source of infection for humans. Camels are widely spread throughout the world, mainly in arid areas, and serve important
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Middle East Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus (MERS-CoV) is an emerging threat for public health globally and can be a cause of severe respiratory infection in humans, especially those suffering other ailments. The disease is new to humans and was first reported in 2012 in Saudi Arabia.
Dromedary camels are thought to be a natural reservoir of MERS-CoV and can be a source of infection for humans. Camels are widely spread throughout the world, mainly in arid areas, and serve important
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PRO/EDR> Foodborne illness - Turkey: (MN) military base, RFI
Foodborne Illness -- Turkey
Over 700 soldiers have required medical aid since complaining of nausea and vomiting after a tainted meal at a military compound in the western Turkish province of Manisa, which already saw a mass food poisoning in May 2017 that left one soldier dead. The Manisa Prosecutor's Office said in a statement on [Sun 18 Jun 2017] that 731 soldiers have been affected.
Defense Minister Fikri Isik and the commander of Turkish Land Forces, General Zeki Colak, visited the soldiers at the hospital, Daily
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Over 700 soldiers have required medical aid since complaining of nausea and vomiting after a tainted meal at a military compound in the western Turkish province of Manisa, which already saw a mass food poisoning in May 2017 that left one soldier dead. The Manisa Prosecutor's Office said in a statement on [Sun 18 Jun 2017] that 731 soldiers have been affected.
Defense Minister Fikri Isik and the commander of Turkish Land Forces, General Zeki Colak, visited the soldiers at the hospital, Daily
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PRO/EDR> Hepatitis B & C - USA: (NC) injection drug use
Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C -- United States
North Carolina is in the midst of a rapid rise in cases of hepatitis B and C, prompting state health officials to urge residents to get tested. According to the NC Department of Health and Human Services, new cases of hepatitis B were up by 56 percent between 2014 and 2016, and new cases of hepatitis C increased by 69 percent in the same period. Hepatitis C has been on the rise in the state since 2009. The spread is mostly resulting from exposure to infected blood when drug users share needles
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North Carolina is in the midst of a rapid rise in cases of hepatitis B and C, prompting state health officials to urge residents to get tested. According to the NC Department of Health and Human Services, new cases of hepatitis B were up by 56 percent between 2014 and 2016, and new cases of hepatitis C increased by 69 percent in the same period. Hepatitis C has been on the rise in the state since 2009. The spread is mostly resulting from exposure to infected blood when drug users share needles
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PRO/EDR> Ciguatera fish poisoning - EU: possible local fish source, RFI
Poisoning -- Worldwide/Unknown
The substance ciguatoxin is only found in fish from tropical and subtropical seas. For some years now, cases of ciguatera have been reported with increasing frequency in Europe, in particular on the Spanish and Portuguese islands in the Atlantic but also in Germany. New information indicates that these toxins are increasingly prevalent in the Mediterranean. The global trade of imported fish is another reason for the increasing occurrence of ciguatoxin poisoning in Europe. "Fish should be a
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The substance ciguatoxin is only found in fish from tropical and subtropical seas. For some years now, cases of ciguatera have been reported with increasing frequency in Europe, in particular on the Spanish and Portuguese islands in the Atlantic but also in Germany. New information indicates that these toxins are increasingly prevalent in the Mediterranean. The global trade of imported fish is another reason for the increasing occurrence of ciguatoxin poisoning in Europe. "Fish should be a
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PRO/PL> Late blight, potato - Bhutan: (CK)
Other Plant Disease -- Bhutan
Late blight [is] infesting potato tubers in [areas of] Chukha [District]. Farmers may not be able to harvest potato like last year [2016]. Potato is the main cash crop [and] almost all the households are affected. [A farmer] said, "It started early in March [2017] and it is affecting the growth of the crop." He said the potato growers are worried. [An official] said the disease is spreading.
Chukha agriculture officer Sonam said this is not the 1st time the disease infested potatoes in the
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Late blight [is] infesting potato tubers in [areas of] Chukha [District]. Farmers may not be able to harvest potato like last year [2016]. Potato is the main cash crop [and] almost all the households are affected. [A farmer] said, "It started early in March [2017] and it is affecting the growth of the crop." He said the potato growers are worried. [An official] said the disease is spreading.
Chukha agriculture officer Sonam said this is not the 1st time the disease infested potatoes in the
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PRO/PL> Cyst nematode, potato - Kenya
Other Plant Disease -- Kenya
Food security in Kenya is under threat from a potato disease that has been reported in 20 [out of a total of 47] counties. The Nakuru County Executive for Agriculture, Dr Stanley Chepkwony, said a potato cyst nematode has been reported. He said the disease has the capacity of wiping out potatoes in the country.
He, however, said the authorities were on high alert and surveillance had been enhanced. It's suspected that some unscrupulous businessmen may have imported seed [tubers], but
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Food security in Kenya is under threat from a potato disease that has been reported in 20 [out of a total of 47] counties. The Nakuru County Executive for Agriculture, Dr Stanley Chepkwony, said a potato cyst nematode has been reported. He said the disease has the capacity of wiping out potatoes in the country.
He, however, said the authorities were on high alert and surveillance had been enhanced. It's suspected that some unscrupulous businessmen may have imported seed [tubers], but
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Sunday, 18 June 2017
PRO/AH/EDR> Leptospirosis - Philippines: (CAR) flooding
Leptospirosis -- Philippines
One person has died from the bacterial infection leptospirosis.
The Cordillera Administrative Region in northern Luzon, Philippines has seen a 40 percent rise in the disease during the 1st 6 months of 2017 compared to the same period last year [2016], according to the Department of Health, Cordillera Administrative Region (DOH-CAR).
DOH records show that Baguio City and Kalinga province had the largest number of cases at 21.4%, followed by Benguet and Ifugao provinces (14.3%), and Apayao
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One person has died from the bacterial infection leptospirosis.
The Cordillera Administrative Region in northern Luzon, Philippines has seen a 40 percent rise in the disease during the 1st 6 months of 2017 compared to the same period last year [2016], according to the Department of Health, Cordillera Administrative Region (DOH-CAR).
DOH records show that Baguio City and Kalinga province had the largest number of cases at 21.4%, followed by Benguet and Ifugao provinces (14.3%), and Apayao
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PRO/EDR> Cholera, diarrhea & dysentery update (55): Yemen
Cholera -- Yemen
The death toll from cholera in war-torn Yemen has increased to 1054 since 27 Apr 2017, with the total suspected cases reaching 151 000, the Yemeni health authorities said on Sat 17 Jun 2017 in a statement published by Saba news agency.
Earlier in June 2017, the United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund (UNICEF) expected suspected cases could hit 130 000 in 2 weeks, while last month [May 2017], WHO expected they could reach 300 000 in the next 6 months. The outbreak has spread
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The death toll from cholera in war-torn Yemen has increased to 1054 since 27 Apr 2017, with the total suspected cases reaching 151 000, the Yemeni health authorities said on Sat 17 Jun 2017 in a statement published by Saba news agency.
Earlier in June 2017, the United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund (UNICEF) expected suspected cases could hit 130 000 in 2 weeks, while last month [May 2017], WHO expected they could reach 300 000 in the next 6 months. The outbreak has spread
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PRO/AH/EDR> Severe fever w/ thrombocytopenia synd. - South Korea (KW)
Fever -- South Korea
The Gangwon provincial government said on Saturday [17 Jun 2017] that a woman in Inje County died from a tick-borne virus last week. The woman, 61, who tested positive for severe fever with thrombocytopenia syndrome (SFTS), died while receiving hospital treatment on Wednesday [14 Jun 2017].
This is the 1st death from SFTS in Gangwon province this year [2017]. The woman was among 2 people who tested positive for the virus in Gangwon, along with a person in Hwacheon County.
The woman
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The Gangwon provincial government said on Saturday [17 Jun 2017] that a woman in Inje County died from a tick-borne virus last week. The woman, 61, who tested positive for severe fever with thrombocytopenia syndrome (SFTS), died while receiving hospital treatment on Wednesday [14 Jun 2017].
This is the 1st death from SFTS in Gangwon province this year [2017]. The woman was among 2 people who tested positive for the virus in Gangwon, along with a person in Hwacheon County.
The woman
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PRO/EDR> Malaria - Venezuela (02): (BO) autochthonous, natl. epidemic extension
Malaria -- Venezuela
The malaria outbreak has killed 3 people in the rural region of Ciudad Guayana, Bolivar state.
Malaria continues to advance in the Ciudad Guayana area at never before seen levels. While 2 years ago in Caroni there were just over 100 cases, the Guayana mayor said in a press release on 5 Jun 2017 that malaria currently "affects more than 50 percent of the population of Guayana."
The most affected parish of Ciudad Guayana is Pozo Verde. On Tuesday [6 Jun 2017], residents protested at the
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The malaria outbreak has killed 3 people in the rural region of Ciudad Guayana, Bolivar state.
Malaria continues to advance in the Ciudad Guayana area at never before seen levels. While 2 years ago in Caroni there were just over 100 cases, the Guayana mayor said in a press release on 5 Jun 2017 that malaria currently "affects more than 50 percent of the population of Guayana."
The most affected parish of Ciudad Guayana is Pozo Verde. On Tuesday [6 Jun 2017], residents protested at the
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PRO/AH/EDR> Yellow fever - Americas (48): Brazil
Yellow Fever -- Brazil
Yellow fever is a mosquito-borne viral infection present in some tropical areas of Africa and South America. On 6 Jan 2017, Brazil reported an outbreak of yellow fever that started in December 2016 and is still ongoing. Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru and Suriname have also reported cases of yellow fever in 2017.
Between 18-31 May 2017, Brazil has reported 34 additional confirmed cases of yellow fever in the states of Espírito Santo (24 [cases]), Minas Gerais (5), Rio de Janeiro (3),
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Yellow fever is a mosquito-borne viral infection present in some tropical areas of Africa and South America. On 6 Jan 2017, Brazil reported an outbreak of yellow fever that started in December 2016 and is still ongoing. Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru and Suriname have also reported cases of yellow fever in 2017.
Between 18-31 May 2017, Brazil has reported 34 additional confirmed cases of yellow fever in the states of Espírito Santo (24 [cases]), Minas Gerais (5), Rio de Janeiro (3),
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PRO/ALL> Announcements (04): WHO video courses on health emergencies for responders
Respiratory Illness -- Worldwide/Unknown
WHO has launched a series of video courses on epidemics, pandemics and health emergencies. Geared for responders working in emergencies, the courses are also accessible to the public.
The courses, which are on a platform called OpenWHO, transform complex scientific knowledge into easy-to-understand introductory video lessons, using a smaller bandwidth so that people in any country can access them. Offline versions are available on both Android and iOS devices.
The platform can host an
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WHO has launched a series of video courses on epidemics, pandemics and health emergencies. Geared for responders working in emergencies, the courses are also accessible to the public.
The courses, which are on a platform called OpenWHO, transform complex scientific knowledge into easy-to-understand introductory video lessons, using a smaller bandwidth so that people in any country can access them. Offline versions are available on both Android and iOS devices.
The platform can host an
Read more about it at HealthMap Global Disease Alerts via http://bit.ly/2sfvasz
PRO/AH/EDR> Ebola update (29): news, vaccine, research, funding
Ebola -- Worldwide/Unknown
12 Jun 2017: Modeling the Ebola zoonotic dynamics: Interplay between enviroclimatic factors and bat ecology
[Citation. Buceta J., Johnson K. (12 Jun 2017). Modeling the Ebola zoonotic dynamics: Interplay between enviroclimatic factors and bat ecology. PLoS One,
Abstract. Understanding Ebola necessarily requires the characterization of the ecology of its main enzootic reservoir, i.e. bats, and its interplay with seasonal and enviroclimatic factors. Here we present a SIR compartmental model
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12 Jun 2017: Modeling the Ebola zoonotic dynamics: Interplay between enviroclimatic factors and bat ecology
[Citation. Buceta J., Johnson K. (12 Jun 2017). Modeling the Ebola zoonotic dynamics: Interplay between enviroclimatic factors and bat ecology. PLoS One,
Abstract. Understanding Ebola necessarily requires the characterization of the ecology of its main enzootic reservoir, i.e. bats, and its interplay with seasonal and enviroclimatic factors. Here we present a SIR compartmental model
Read more about it at HealthMap Global Disease Alerts via http://bit.ly/2rKwsZ8
PRO/EDR> Conjunctivitis - Turks & Caicos Islands
Conjunctivitis -- Worldwide/Unknown
The Ministry of Health is advising the public of an increase in the number of cases of conjunctivitis in the Turks & Caicos Islands [TCI].
Conjunctivitis, also called "pink eye," is defined as an inflammation of the conjunctiva and can be caused by viruses, bacteria, or an allergy. It can affect children and adults.
Viral conjunctivitis is typically caused by a virus that can also cause the common cold. A person may have symptoms of conjunctivitis alone or as part of a general cold
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The Ministry of Health is advising the public of an increase in the number of cases of conjunctivitis in the Turks & Caicos Islands [TCI].
Conjunctivitis, also called "pink eye," is defined as an inflammation of the conjunctiva and can be caused by viruses, bacteria, or an allergy. It can affect children and adults.
Viral conjunctivitis is typically caused by a virus that can also cause the common cold. A person may have symptoms of conjunctivitis alone or as part of a general cold
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PRO/AH/EDR> Avian influenza, human (58): China, H7N9
Avian Influenza H7N9 -- China
"The avian H7N9 influenza outbreak in 2013 resulted from an unprecedented incidence of influenza transmission to humans from infected poultry. The majority of human H7N9 isolates contained a hemagglutinin (HA) mutation (Q226L) that has previously been associated with a switch in receptor specificity from avian-type (NeuAcα2-3Gal) to human-type (NeuAcα2-6Gal), as documented for the avian progenitors of the 1957 (H2N2) and 1968 (H3N2) human influenza pandemic viruses. While this raised concern
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"The avian H7N9 influenza outbreak in 2013 resulted from an unprecedented incidence of influenza transmission to humans from infected poultry. The majority of human H7N9 isolates contained a hemagglutinin (HA) mutation (Q226L) that has previously been associated with a switch in receptor specificity from avian-type (NeuAcα2-3Gal) to human-type (NeuAcα2-6Gal), as documented for the avian progenitors of the 1957 (H2N2) and 1968 (H3N2) human influenza pandemic viruses. While this raised concern
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Saturday, 17 June 2017
PRO/AH/EDR> Lassa fever - West Africa (21): Nigeria
Lassa Fever -- Nigeria
1. Lassa fever
Please note that the data reflects the routine reports i.e. all suspected cases including the laboratory positive and negative cases
1.1. One suspected case of Lassa fever was reported from Abeokuta South LGAs (Ogun States) in week 21, 2017 compared with 24 suspected cases with one Lab. Confirmed and one death (CFR, 4.2 percent) from Esan Central LGA (Edo State) at the same period in 2016.
1.2. Laboratory results of the one suspected case was negative (Ogun - 1).
1.3.
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1. Lassa fever
Please note that the data reflects the routine reports i.e. all suspected cases including the laboratory positive and negative cases
1.1. One suspected case of Lassa fever was reported from Abeokuta South LGAs (Ogun States) in week 21, 2017 compared with 24 suspected cases with one Lab. Confirmed and one death (CFR, 4.2 percent) from Esan Central LGA (Edo State) at the same period in 2016.
1.2. Laboratory results of the one suspected case was negative (Ogun - 1).
1.3.
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PRO/EDR> Hepatitis A - Chile: (AN) street food
Hepatitis A -- Chile
There is concern in Antofagasta region because of an increase in the number of cases of viral hepatitis A. According to 'El Mercurio' (one of the main Chilean newspapers), there are 74 affected persons, who may have acquired the disease because of purchasing and consuming food from street vendors.
In recent times, there has been a significant increase in arepas (sort of cornmeal rolls), pizzas and grilled beef, amongst other products, being freely sold in the streets. In this respect, Ms
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There is concern in Antofagasta region because of an increase in the number of cases of viral hepatitis A. According to 'El Mercurio' (one of the main Chilean newspapers), there are 74 affected persons, who may have acquired the disease because of purchasing and consuming food from street vendors.
In recent times, there has been a significant increase in arepas (sort of cornmeal rolls), pizzas and grilled beef, amongst other products, being freely sold in the streets. In this respect, Ms
Read more about it at HealthMap Global Disease Alerts via http://bit.ly/2tAtjw6
PRO/EDR> Botulism - Ukraine: fatalities, lack of antitoxin availability
Botulism -- Ukraine
1. Weber JT, Hibbs RG, Darwish A, et al. A massive outbreak of type E botulism associated with traditional salted fish in Cairo. J Infect Dis 1993; 167: 451-4.
2. Hughes JM, Hatheway CL, Ostroff SM: Botulism. In: Scheld WM, Whitley RJ, Durack DT, editors. Infections of the central nervous system. 2nd edition. Philadelphia: Lippincott-Raven, 1997, 615-28. - Mod.LL
A HealthMap/ProMED-mail map can be accessed at: .]
[See Also:
2015
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Botulism, commercially canned tomatoes - Russia: (Mari
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1. Weber JT, Hibbs RG, Darwish A, et al. A massive outbreak of type E botulism associated with traditional salted fish in Cairo. J Infect Dis 1993; 167: 451-4.
2. Hughes JM, Hatheway CL, Ostroff SM: Botulism. In: Scheld WM, Whitley RJ, Durack DT, editors. Infections of the central nervous system. 2nd edition. Philadelphia: Lippincott-Raven, 1997, 615-28. - Mod.LL
A HealthMap/ProMED-mail map can be accessed at: .]
[See Also:
2015
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Botulism, commercially canned tomatoes - Russia: (Mari
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PRO/EDR> Legionellosis - USA (07): (NYC)
Legionnaires' -- United States
One person has died and 6 others were hospitalized after contracting Legionnaires' disease in the Lenox Hill neighborhood [in the New York City borough of Manhattan], the city Department of Health announced [Fri 16 Jun 2017]. The city identified a cluster of outbreaks after the 7 people fell ill with the disease in a span of 11 days, according to the Department of Health. The person who died had "significant underlying health conditions" and was in their 90s, the Department of Health said.
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One person has died and 6 others were hospitalized after contracting Legionnaires' disease in the Lenox Hill neighborhood [in the New York City borough of Manhattan], the city Department of Health announced [Fri 16 Jun 2017]. The city identified a cluster of outbreaks after the 7 people fell ill with the disease in a span of 11 days, according to the Department of Health. The person who died had "significant underlying health conditions" and was in their 90s, the Department of Health said.
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PRO/EDR> Zika virus (13): Americas, research, observations
Zika virus -- Worldwide/Unknown
Zika may have fallen from headlines but the threat remains.
And recommendations for pregnant women haven't changed: Pregnant women -- and those trying to get pregnant -- should not travel to places where the Zika virus is circulating. It's just too risky because Zika can cause birth defects.
But what about babies? Or kids? Is it safe to travel with them?
"So we don't have tons of data on that particular question," says Dr Neil Silverman, at the Center for Fetal Medicine in Los Angeles.
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Zika may have fallen from headlines but the threat remains.
And recommendations for pregnant women haven't changed: Pregnant women -- and those trying to get pregnant -- should not travel to places where the Zika virus is circulating. It's just too risky because Zika can cause birth defects.
But what about babies? Or kids? Is it safe to travel with them?
"So we don't have tons of data on that particular question," says Dr Neil Silverman, at the Center for Fetal Medicine in Los Angeles.
Read more about it at HealthMap Global Disease Alerts via http://bit.ly/2rrihcb
Friday, 16 June 2017
PRO/AH/EDR> Porcine epidemic diarrhea - North America (03): Canada (MB) vaccination
Novel Swine Enteric Coronavirus -- Canada
A vaccine that researchers say has been over 90 percent effective against PEDv in clinical trials is on track for another field test in southeast Manitoba.
Dr Volker Gerdts, associate director of research at VIDO-InterVac and one of the lead researchers on the project, says the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) approved the vaccine for testing under real-world outbreak conditions. Vaccine has been shipped to one producer in southeast Manitoba as a result. "What we're doing there is
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A vaccine that researchers say has been over 90 percent effective against PEDv in clinical trials is on track for another field test in southeast Manitoba.
Dr Volker Gerdts, associate director of research at VIDO-InterVac and one of the lead researchers on the project, says the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) approved the vaccine for testing under real-world outbreak conditions. Vaccine has been shipped to one producer in southeast Manitoba as a result. "What we're doing there is
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PRO/EDR> Foodborne illness - Japan (05): (IB) school students, milk
Foodborne Illness -- Japan
The Ibaraki Prefecture Health Department announced on 13 Jun 2017 that the complaint of more than 3000 students of unusual taste and odor of milk and feeling unwell after consuming the milk provided for lunch on [5 Jun 2017], was caused by a different flavor/odor of the milk provided on that day, which was different from the usual milk provided, not by any defects whatsoever.
The Department tested the quality of the remaining milk and inspected the production process of the milk on site. A
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The Ibaraki Prefecture Health Department announced on 13 Jun 2017 that the complaint of more than 3000 students of unusual taste and odor of milk and feeling unwell after consuming the milk provided for lunch on [5 Jun 2017], was caused by a different flavor/odor of the milk provided on that day, which was different from the usual milk provided, not by any defects whatsoever.
The Department tested the quality of the remaining milk and inspected the production process of the milk on site. A
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PRO/AH/EDR> Scabies - France: (Paris) migrants
Scabies -- France
"We will not succeed in taking everyone. It's not possible, we can not." In front of the camp of migrants Porte de la Chapelle, on Thu 8 Jun 2017, Corinne Torre, head of the France mission of Médecins sans Frontières, said that the mobile clinic of MSF posted there [on 11 Jun 2017] will only make 25 to 30 consultations. Since the dismantling of the "jungle" of Calais, MSF, which closed its operations in France, has re-launched a mobile clinic project to meet the health needs in Paris.
At
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"We will not succeed in taking everyone. It's not possible, we can not." In front of the camp of migrants Porte de la Chapelle, on Thu 8 Jun 2017, Corinne Torre, head of the France mission of Médecins sans Frontières, said that the mobile clinic of MSF posted there [on 11 Jun 2017] will only make 25 to 30 consultations. Since the dismantling of the "jungle" of Calais, MSF, which closed its operations in France, has re-launched a mobile clinic project to meet the health needs in Paris.
At
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PRO/AH/EDR> Rabies (26): Asia (India, Nepal, Pakistan) Africa (Algeria) animal, human
Rabies -- India
Taylor LH, Nel LH. Global epidemiology of canine rabies: past, present, and future prospects Vet Med Res Rep 2015 6:373-83; .
Maps of India can be seen at and . - Sr.Tech.Ed.MJ]
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[3] Pakistan (FATA): human exposure, canine suspected
Date: Mon 5 Jun 2017
Source: MENAFN (Middle East North Africa Financial Network), Tribal News Network (TNN) [edited]
A rabid dog bit 8 persons including 5 children, 2 women, and a man in Sadda area, near Karkhano Camp of Lower Kurram Agency
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Taylor LH, Nel LH. Global epidemiology of canine rabies: past, present, and future prospects Vet Med Res Rep 2015 6:373-83; .
Maps of India can be seen at and . - Sr.Tech.Ed.MJ]
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[3] Pakistan (FATA): human exposure, canine suspected
Date: Mon 5 Jun 2017
Source: MENAFN (Middle East North Africa Financial Network), Tribal News Network (TNN) [edited]
A rabid dog bit 8 persons including 5 children, 2 women, and a man in Sadda area, near Karkhano Camp of Lower Kurram Agency
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Thursday, 15 June 2017
Recalls: Histamine, aflatoxin and perchlorate
Food and beverage alerts were made by USA, England, Ireland, New Zealand, Australia, Canada, Germany, Austria, Belgium, Luxembourg, Croatia and Denmark.
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PRO/EDR> Undiagnosed acute respiratory illness - Colombia: RFI
Respiratory Illness -- Colombia
Colombian Health Minister insists that all preventive methods are being taken after 195 children under 5 die of an acute respiratory infection
This is revealed in a report by the National Institute of Health. Authorities recommend preventing diseases with vaccination.
The Ministry of Health has insisted that preventive measures be taken to prevent acute respiratory infection (ARI) for public health in the country.
To date, the National Health Institute has reported 195 deaths per
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Colombian Health Minister insists that all preventive methods are being taken after 195 children under 5 die of an acute respiratory infection
This is revealed in a report by the National Institute of Health. Authorities recommend preventing diseases with vaccination.
The Ministry of Health has insisted that preventive measures be taken to prevent acute respiratory infection (ARI) for public health in the country.
To date, the National Health Institute has reported 195 deaths per
Read more about it at HealthMap Global Disease Alerts via http://bit.ly/2sFnTDj
PRO/EDR> Undiagnosed deaths, human - Japan: (Kawasaki city, KN) RFI
Undiagnosed -- Japan
A total of 2 4-year-old children attending the same kindergarten died on [Tue 6 and Mon 12 Jun 2017] in Kawasaki City [Kanagawa prefecture]. Kawasaki City official said. They were transferred to the hospital but died shortly after arrival. The cause of their death is still under investigation.
Case 1: a 4-year-old girl. She developed fever, vomiting and chest pain
on [Sun 4 Jun 2017] which was diagnosed as acute gastroenteritis. Her vomiting
worsened on early morning on [Tue 6 June 2017]
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A total of 2 4-year-old children attending the same kindergarten died on [Tue 6 and Mon 12 Jun 2017] in Kawasaki City [Kanagawa prefecture]. Kawasaki City official said. They were transferred to the hospital but died shortly after arrival. The cause of their death is still under investigation.
Case 1: a 4-year-old girl. She developed fever, vomiting and chest pain
on [Sun 4 Jun 2017] which was diagnosed as acute gastroenteritis. Her vomiting
worsened on early morning on [Tue 6 June 2017]
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PRO/AH/EDR> MERS-CoV (39): Saudi Arabia (RI), nosocomial transmission
Hospital-Related Infection, MERS -- Saudi Arabia
As of 14:00 [2:00 PM] today [Thu 15 Jun 2017], there have been a total of:
1663 laboratory-confirmed cases of MERS-CoV infection, including
670 deaths [reported case fatality rate 40.3 percent],
944 recoveries, and
49 currently active cases/infections.
[As previously mentioned, the numbers of deaths, recoveries and currently active cases come from my spreadsheet tallies and differ from those listed on the Saudi MOH website; my spreadsheet counts asymptomatic infections. -
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As of 14:00 [2:00 PM] today [Thu 15 Jun 2017], there have been a total of:
1663 laboratory-confirmed cases of MERS-CoV infection, including
670 deaths [reported case fatality rate 40.3 percent],
944 recoveries, and
49 currently active cases/infections.
[As previously mentioned, the numbers of deaths, recoveries and currently active cases come from my spreadsheet tallies and differ from those listed on the Saudi MOH website; my spreadsheet counts asymptomatic infections. -
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PRO/EDR> Botulism - Morocco: (DT) fatal
Botulism -- Morocco
Consumers, pay attention to what you put on your plates! Three cases of foodborne illnesses have recently been recorded in a family in Ouarzazate [Province of Ouarzazate, Draa-Tafilalet region], which led to the death of the mother and her daughter.
According to the National Office of Food Safety (ONSSA), these cases are due to the bacterium _Clostridium botulinum_" which was found in the samples analyzed by the Office's services. The Office is expected to disclose the identity of the
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Consumers, pay attention to what you put on your plates! Three cases of foodborne illnesses have recently been recorded in a family in Ouarzazate [Province of Ouarzazate, Draa-Tafilalet region], which led to the death of the mother and her daughter.
According to the National Office of Food Safety (ONSSA), these cases are due to the bacterium _Clostridium botulinum_" which was found in the samples analyzed by the Office's services. The Office is expected to disclose the identity of the
Read more about it at HealthMap Global Disease Alerts via http://bit.ly/2rlVnCL
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