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Measles outbreaks rise to nearly 100 cases between Texas and New Mexico. Here’s what you should know

By DEVI SHASTRI, AP Health Writer The measles outbreak in rural West Texas has grown to 90 cases across seven counties, the state health department...

World

Norovirus outbreaks hit 900 cruise passengers as special measures introduced on ships

Around 900 passengers aboard cruise ships were reportedly sickened from gastrointestinal disease in December as virus outbreaks occur globally. The shocking data has...

World

Urgent Canary Islands health warning as resorts loved by Brits plagued by outbreaks

Britons heading to the Canary Islands for a spot of winter sun might be forced to wear a mask and have protective vaccinations...

Health

Climate change linked to potential surge in cholera outbreaks

The global climate crisis is now being linked to the resurgence of deadly diseases, with new research suggesting that significant climatic changes are...

Health

Expert’s warning that food and water contamination could become increasingly common in UK

An expert has warned that food and water contamination could become more common if the world’s population continues to grow, amid a number...

Health

Deadly dengue fever outbreaks surge in Europe – symptoms and signs to know

An Asian Tiger Mosquito (Image: Getty Images/iStockphoto) Europe is currently battling a rise in ‘dengue fever’ cases, as an invasive mosquito species has...