Public health news, events & figures

The U.S., Mexico and Canada announced Ebola-related travel measures for World Cup travelers after a WHO emergency declaration over the Congo outbreak.

UK records hottest May day as Kew Gardens reaches 34.8C

The UK recorded its hottest May day, with Kew Gardens reaching a provisional 34.8C as heat alerts remain in place across England.

E.P.A. to Repeal Some Limits on ‘Forever Chemicals’ in Drinking Water

The E.P.A. is set to repeal some drinking-water limits on “forever chemicals,” revisiting Biden-era rules tied to health concerns.

Hantavirus outbreak on MV Hondius: how worried should the public be?

Three passengers have died after travel on the MV Hondius, prompting quarantines and contact tracing, but health officials say public risk remains low.

Sydney dentist’s former patients urged to test for HIV and hepatitis

New South Wales health officials urged former patients of retired Sydney dentist Dr William Tam to get tested for HIV and hepatitis.

Hantavirus outbreak tied to MV Hondius reaches at least 11 cases

At least 11 confirmed or suspected hantavirus cases, including three deaths, have been linked to the MV Hondius as countries monitor passengers and crew.

Why officials say hantavirus is not another COVID-19

Health officials say the MV Hondius hantavirus outbreak is serious but not a pandemic threat, even as cruise-ship memories and online claims fuel anxiety.

Spain confirms hantavirus case in passenger evacuated from MV Hondius

Spain says a passenger evacuated from the MV Hondius has tested positive for hantavirus as countries monitor travelers from the outbreak-hit cruise ship.