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Rhode Island Department of Health Alerts Public to Rabies Case in Burrillville

Rhode Island Department of Health Alerts Public to Rabies Case in Burrillville

The Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) has issued a public alert regarding a stray cat in Burrillville that tested positive for rabies. The cat, found on Whippel Road, bit a person on May 20 and was subsequently discovered under a homeowner's deck. Following testing, the cat was confirmed to have rabies on May 22. Rabies is described as a serious and fatal disease, primarily transmitted to humans through bites or scratches from infected animals. RIDOH is reminding residents to take precautions to prevent rabies, especially as people spend more time outdoors. This incident highlights the ongoing public health concern regarding animal-borne diseases in the state.

Rabies Confirmed in Brown County Cow, Nine People Advised for Post-Exposure Prophylaxis

Rabies Confirmed in Brown County Cow, Nine People Advised for Post-Exposure Prophylaxis

The Minnesota Board of Animal Health has confirmed a case of rabies in a cow in Brown County, Minnesota, which was euthanized last week after exhibiting unusual behavior. The cow's brain tissue tested positive for the rabies virus on September 8. Following the confirmation, public health officials recommended that nine individuals who had direct contact with the animal or its saliva seek rabies post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP). These individuals include the cow's owner, the owner's daughter, two minor children, two veterinarians, and three veterinary technicians. The Board has quarantined 13 other cows on the same farm for monitoring and is observing over 40 additional cattle, a vaccinated horse, and three vaccinated dogs for symptoms. Two unvaccinated barn cats likely exposed to the rabid cow were euthanized.

Bangladesh Garment Industry Faces Production Disruptions Due to Severe Gas Shortages

Bangladesh Garment Industry Faces Production Disruptions Due to Severe Gas Shortages

Bangladesh Garment Industry Faces Production Disruptions Due to Severe Gas Shortages

Lawmakers Reintroduce Bill to Address Fourfold Heart Disease Risk in South Asian Americans

Lawmakers Reintroduce Bill to Address Fourfold Heart Disease Risk in South Asian Americans

U.S. Representatives Pramila Jayapal (D-Wash.) and Joe Wilson (R-S.C.), along with Senator Cory Booker (D-N.J.), have reintroduced bipartisan legislation known as the South Asian Heart Health Awareness and Research Act. This bill aims to increase awareness, expand research, and strengthen prevention efforts for heart disease within the South Asian American community. Studies indicate that South Asians in the U.S., including immigrants from countries like India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and Nepal, face a fourfold higher risk of heart disease compared to the general population. The legislation would authorize the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to provide grants to states. These grants would fund culturally appropriate materials on nutrition, diet, and exercise, support community-run heart health programs, and finance conferences and workshops to improve research practices and include disproportionately affected communities in scientific studies. The bill also mandates the HHS secretary...

Orange County Mosquito Control Implements PCR Technology for Rapid Disease Detection Amidst Dengue Cases

Orange County Mosquito Control Implements PCR Technology for Rapid Disease Detection Amidst Dengue Cases

Orange County Mosquito Control in Florida has adopted new PCR technology to rapidly detect mosquito-borne illnesses, following the confirmation of two additional locally acquired dengue cases in Apopka. This technology allows the agency to test mosquito samples in its own lab for viruses such as West Nile, Zika, and dengue, significantly reducing the time it takes to get results. Previously, suspected virus samples had to be sent to external labs, often taking days to a week for results. With the new in-house PCR testing, results can now be obtained within a day, sometimes even by the afternoon of the same day mosquitoes are collected and processed. This expedited testing process enables Orange County Mosquito Control to respond more quickly and efficiently to potential outbreaks, enhancing their ability to identify and mitigate illnesses in the local mosquito population. The Florida Department of Health has reported over 40 locally acquired dengue cases in Florida this month, with three in Orange County.

Hillsborough County Reports First Dengue Fever-Related Death Amidst Rising Cases and Aggressive Mosquito Control Efforts

Hillsborough County Reports First Dengue Fever-Related Death Amidst Rising Cases and Aggressive Mosquito Control Efforts

Hillsborough County, Florida, has reported its first dengue fever-related death, as the county accounts for 88% of Florida's locally acquired dengue cases, with 134 infections reported so far. Doctors at Tampa General Hospital have treated over 100 dengue patients, noting severe symptoms like 'break-bone fever.' In response to the escalating situation, Hillsborough County Mosquito Management Services is conducting aggressive aerial and truck-based treatments to eliminate both adult mosquitoes and larvae. These efforts appear to be effective, with mosquito trap numbers decreasing in certain locations and adult mosquito samples testing negative for dengue over the past two weeks. Furthermore, laboratory tests confirm that infected female mosquitoes are not passing the virus to their offspring. County officials are urging residents to assist by eliminating standing water on their properties and using bug spray, as the Aedes aegypti mosquito, responsible for dengue transmission, primarily breeds in man-made co...

Sarasota Herald-Tribune

Florida dengue numbers surge again, with 152 in latest update

Florida dengue numbers surge again, with 152 in latest update

Dengue infections continue rising in Florida. See where cases are being reported and what symptoms to watch for.

Chattogram Port Faces Complete Standstill Amid Indefinite Worker Strike Over Terminal Lease

Chattogram Port Faces Complete Standstill Amid Indefinite Worker Strike Over Terminal Lease

Chattogram Port Faces Complete Standstill Amid Indefinite Worker Strike Over Terminal Lease

Cincinnati Enquirer

CDC declares cyclosporiasis outbreak over, new Ohio cases drop significantly

CDC declares cyclosporiasis outbreak over, new Ohio cases drop significantly

U.S. health officials have declared the largest known outbreak of cyclosporiasis is over as new cases in Ohio drop dramatically over the past week.

The Columbus Dispatch

CDC declares cyclosporiasis outbreak over, new Ohio cases drop significantly

CDC declares cyclosporiasis outbreak over, new Ohio cases drop significantly

U.S. health officials have declared the largest known outbreak of cyclosporiasis is over as new cases in Ohio drop dramatically over the past week.

Florida Reports Surge in Travel-Related Chikungunya Cases and Local West Nile Virus

Florida Reports Surge in Travel-Related Chikungunya Cases and Local West Nile Virus

Florida has reported 60 travel-related cases of chikungunya fever, alongside two locally acquired human cases of West Nile virus in Alachua and Walton counties. This comes as the state is already experiencing a significant increase in mosquito-borne illnesses, leading the nation in dengue cases with 270 reported this year. Of these, 111 are locally acquired in six Florida counties, with 95 concentrated in Hillsborough County. Mosquito control experts note that peak dengue season typically runs from July through September. The Aedes aegypti and Aedes albopictus mosquito species, identifiable by their dark bodies and white-striped legs, are responsible for transmitting dengue, Zika, yellow fever, and chikungunya. These mosquitoes are daytime biters, most active just after sunrise and before sunset. County workers across Florida are intensifying efforts to combat mosquito populations through trapping and targeted spraying, particularly in areas with confirmed cases. For instance, Palm Beach County is under a ...

Bangladesh Waives Tender Rules to Fast-Track Fuel Imports Amid West Asia Crisis

Bangladesh Waives Tender Rules to Fast-Track Fuel Imports Amid West Asia Crisis

Bangladesh Waives Tender Rules to Fast-Track Fuel Imports Amid West Asia Crisis