Ringworm STD cases rise in Minnesota
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On today's news report, I discuss the increase in Trichophyton mentagrophytes genotype VII (TMVII) infections, that can be spread through sex, in Minnesota.
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Singapore reports increase in measles, steps up public health measures
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In this news report, I look at the measles situation in Singapore and the public health measures they are taking.
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Chicago reports meningococcal disease increase
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In this news report, I look at the increase in invasive meningococcal disease (IMD) cases reported in Chicago.
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Chikungunya outbreak in Bolivia
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In this short news report, I look at the chikungunya outbreak in Bolivia, which prompted the CDC to issue a travel notice.
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Brazil to vaccinate 1.2 million healthcare workers against dengue
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In this news report, I look at what the Brazil Ministry of Health is doing to vaccinate 1.2 million healthcare workers against dengue fever, using their homegrown vaccine.
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Chikungunya outbreaks: Suriname and Seychelles
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In this news report, I look at the chikungunya outbreaks in Suriname and Seychelles.
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Texas: Preventing screwworm
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In this news report, I look at the New World Screwworm (NWS) situation in Central America and Mexico and the efforts being made by the state of Texas and the US government to prevent its spread into the United States.
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Mexico measles 2025- January 2026
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In this newscast, I look at the measles confirmed cases and deaths in Mexico since the beginning of 2025.
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Ethiopia declares end to Marburg virus disease outbreak
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The Ethiopian government has declared the end to the its first-ever outbreak of Marburg virus disease (MVD) on Monday. The completion of enhanced surveillance and the mandatory follow-up period, with no new confirmed cases reported for consecutive 42 days.
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Guinea Worm Disease 2025: Closer than ever to eradication
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In this newscast, I go over the recent encouraging news from the Carter Center concerning global Guinea Worm disease.
info_outlineOn today's news report, I discuss the increase in Trichophyton mentagrophytes genotype VII (TMVII) infections, that can be spread through sex, in Minnesota.