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News about infectious diseases and outbreaks from the desk of Outbreak News Today. Hosted by Robert Herriman

Host and editor at outbreaknewstoday.substack.com, Robert Herriman reports on infectious disease news, information and interviews expert guests on different topics of health and disease.

As the novel coronavirus wreaks havoc in Alabama and across the world, these are the stories of those seeking to survive the disease and its economic strain.

Measles Outbreaks in the United States: Causes, Consequences, and Prevention StrategiesMeasles, a highly contagious viral disease, has made a resurgence in the United States in recent years, causing concern among public health officials and the general population. Despite the availability of a safe and effective vaccine, the country has witnessed several outbreaks, primarily due to declining vaccination rates in certain communities.Recent Outbreaks:In 2019, the United States experienced its worst measles outbreak since 1992, with 1,282 confirmed cases across 31 states. New York City and the ...

Mpox is more than a virus; it's a story about the health of the LGBTQIA+ community - Listen nowWhat the Pox? Is the information and support I wish I had at my disposal when I was going through Mpox (Monkeypox). It's also a documentary investigation into the Mpox outbreak with science, stories and resources all shared without stigma or shame. Listen to understand:What we know about the virus, and how it spreadsWhy we feel shame and stigma about catching itWhat the parallels are with the HIV outbreak in the 80sWhy this sits in a bigger picture with conversations about queer sex and ...