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High hantavirus levels found in rodents in parts of US — suggesting greater exposure risk: study

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High hantavirus levels found in rodents in parts of US — suggesting greater exposure risk: study

Researchers found unusually high hantavirus levels in rodents in the Pacific Northwest, suggesting greater exposure risk in the surrounding agricultural communities. The area with the biggest prevalence is the Palouse region, which includes parts of eastern Washington and north-central Idaho in the Pacific Northwest. Researchers from Washington State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine found unexpectedly high levels … Read more

Should Americans worry about Ebola? What to know about the latest outbreak

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Should Americans worry about Ebola? What to know about the latest outbreak

The Ebola outbreak in Congo’s Ituri province has caused 88 deaths and over 300 suspected cases, with at least six Americans exposed to the highly contagious disease. One of these US patients is experiencing symptoms, according to media reports. Global alarm has been building since the World Health Organization (WHO) declared a public health emergency of international concern … Read more

Hantavirus survivor shares the illness’s most terrifying symptoms: ‘It was so traumatic’

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Hantavirus survivor shares the illness’s most terrifying symptoms: ‘It was so traumatic’

A hantavirus survivor shared how it made her vomit so much that she developed a phobia of it. Shaina Montiel, 38, caught hantavirus – now widely known due to its recent outbreak on a cruise – and is sharing the symptoms she suffered. At the time, the condition was extremely rare, and it took several … Read more

How does your vagina rank? Bryan Johnson said his girlfriend was in the ‘top 1%’ — the test that can tell you

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How does your vagina rank? Bryan Johnson said his girlfriend was in the ‘top 1%’ — the test that can tell you

New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you click or buy through our links. Featured pricing is subject to change. Following biohacker Bryan Johnson’s social media admission that his girlfriend’s vagina is absolutely elite, many are curious about what makes someone’s privates top-tier and how to revamp theirs accordingly. “100/100 … Read more

Hantavirus countdown: How long it takes for incurable virus to kill, from initial exposure to deadly complications

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Hantavirus countdown: How long it takes for incurable virus to kill, from initial exposure to deadly complications

The deadly hantavirus outbreak aboard the MV Hondius cruise ship has put citizens and health authorities on high alert. Experts believe a few passengers were infected with the Andes strain of hantavirus, which has a mortality rate of up to 40% because it affects the lungs and kidneys, which are critical for survival. Hantavirus is typically … Read more

Hantavirus concerns? 4 other emerging animal-to-human diseases that can be extremely deadly

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Hantavirus concerns? 4 other emerging animal-to-human diseases that can be extremely deadly

Hantavirus has been all over the news lately due to a shocking outbreak on the MV Hondius cruise ship in the Atlantic Ocean. The virus is typically transmitted to humans when they breathe airborne particles from the dried droppings, urine or saliva of infected rodents. That’s how Oscar winner Gene Hackman’s wife, Betsy, died last … Read more

I’m an infectious disease doctor — the virus that keeps me up at night, especially on a cruise ship

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I’m an infectious disease doctor — the virus that keeps me up at night, especially on a cruise ship

A dream trip has turned into a floating nightmare for passengers and crew aboard the MV Hondius, where a hantavirus outbreak has killed three and sickened at least four others. Nearly 150 people still on board are in quarantine after health officials confirmed that two passengers were infected with the Andes strain, a rare and … Read more

The ‘concerning’ truth about the hantavirus cruise outbreak — and how long passengers may actually need to isolate

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The ‘concerning’ truth about the hantavirus cruise outbreak — and how long passengers may actually need to isolate

A hantavirus outbreak aboard the MV Hondius cruise ship has killed three passengers and sickened at least four others, worrying health experts. People most often contract the rare but deadly disease from the feces, urine or saliva of infected rodents, but the World Health Organization insisted Tuesday that no rodents have been found on the … Read more

Inside New York’s ‘superbug’ crisis — and the bad habit that’s fueling antibiotic resistance

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Forget bedbugs and cockroaches — NYC is battling “superbugs” that can’t easily be quashed. Candida auris, for one, survives on surfaces even after cleaning, frequently evades standard antifungal treatments and can trigger fatal bloodstream infections. New York has seen a steady increase in Candida auris cases since the state officially detected the dangerous fungus in … Read more

Boy, 7, dies of brain condition caused by world’s most contagious disease — years after he had it as a baby

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Boy, 7, dies of brain condition caused by world’s most contagious disease — years after he had it as a baby

Sacramento health officials sounded the alarm about a potential measles outbreak on Monday after more than 100 children were exposed to an unvaccinated child at an educational enrichment program. It’s far from the only community at risk. The US has already passed 1,000 confirmed cases this year, with infections “worse than expected” in Utah and … Read more

Highly contagious virus with no treatment is taking the West Coast by storm

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Highly contagious virus with no treatment is taking the West Coast by storm

Cold, flu and COVID may get the most attention, but a lesser-known, highly contagious virus is taking the West Coast by storm. Wastewater SCAN data show that human metapneumovirus, or HMPV, is rampant in Northern California — specifically San Francisco, Marin, Vallejo, Napa, Novato, Santa Rosa, Sacramento and Davis, per reports. The virus peaked sharply in January and … Read more

World’s most contagious virus detected at 2 major US airports amid peak holiday traffic

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World’s most contagious virus detected at 2 major US airports amid peak holiday traffic

During peak holiday travel, one of the most infectious diseases was detected at Newark Liberty International Airport in New Jersey. A case of measles was identified in a passenger at terminals B & C on Dec. 12, according to a New Jersey Department of Health (NJDOH) press release.   “Measles symptoms include a high fever, cough, … Read more

Do you have ‘super flu’? Why it’s worse this year and symptoms to look for — as hospitalizations jump 14%

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Do you have ‘super flu’? Why it’s worse this year and symptoms to look for — as hospitalizations jump 14%

The flu had a glow-up. This year’s flu season is proving to be worse than normal, with hospitalizations up significantly compared to last year, and the CDC reporting 4.6 million cases of the flu so far. But with peak flu season still going on until at least February, signs of the unusual “super flu” variant … Read more

Hundreds quarantined in South Carolina from second US measles outbreak

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Hundreds quarantined in South Carolina from second US measles outbreak

Measles outbreaks are growing along the Utah-Arizona border and in South Carolina, where hundreds are in quarantine. Between Friday and Tuesday, South Carolina health officials confirmed 27 new measles cases in an outbreak in and around northwestern Spartanburg County. In two months, 111 people have been sickened by the vaccine-preventable virus. More than 250 people, … Read more

Untreatable tropical virus prompts travel advisories for Americans going abroad

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Untreatable tropical virus prompts travel advisories for Americans going abroad

US health officials have issued travel advisories for Americans planning trips to certain tropical countries amid outbreaks of an untreatable mosquito-borne disease. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced Friday that it has issued Level 2 travel advisories for Cuba, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka and Guangdong Province in southern China, advising Americans to “practice enhanced … Read more

The ‘subclade K’ flu strain that’s causing spikes in the UK and Canada — and led Japan to declare an epidemic

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The ‘subclade K’ flu strain that’s causing spikes in the UK and Canada — and led Japan to declare an epidemic

There’s a new kid on the block this cold and flu season — and it could prove worse than your average winter sniffles. The flu strain known as subclade K is ringing alarm bells due to its potential severity and resistance to current vaccines, public health experts warn. The strain is rapidly spreading internationally, with … Read more

Washington man ‘severely ill’ with ‘unpredictable’ virus never before seen in humans

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Washington man ‘severely ill’ with ‘unpredictable’ virus never before seen in humans

In a startling first, a Washington state man has been infected with a strain of bird flu previously only detected in animals and never before in humans. The “severely ill” man was hospitalized with a high fever, confusion and respiratory distress earlier this month and confirmed to have H5N5, a subtype of avian influenza carried … Read more

5 subtle signs you’re aging well — and red flags you shouldn’t dismiss

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5 subtle signs you’re aging well — and red flags you shouldn’t dismiss

Aging well never gets old. We used to think of successful aging as simply avoiding disease — that concept has evolved over the years to a broader, more holistic view that includes physical, mental, emotional and social well-being. The problem is that it can be difficult to tell how well you’re aging without wearing a … Read more

New, highly transmissible COVID-19 strain fueling wave of infections across US

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New, highly transmissible COVID-19 strain fueling wave of infections across US

Just in time for respiratory virus season, a highly transmissible COVID-19 strain is fueling a wave of infections across the US. The XFG variant, informally known as “Stratus,” has been driving up case numbers. Stratus’ ability to evade immune system defenses has propelled it past NB.1.8.1 (aka “Nimbus”) as the dominant Covid strain. The increased … Read more

A stick of gum could soon detect the flu — here’s how it works

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A stick of gum could soon detect the flu — here’s how it works

It’s about thyme! The flu is one of the most common and contagious diseases — it causes up to 41 million illnesses, 710,000 hospitalizations and 52,000 deaths each year in the US, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. It’s often diagnosed with a nasal or throat swab that’s tested for the presence … Read more