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What to know about new Ebola outbreak that has killed 65 people in Congo

What to know about new Ebola outbreak that has killed 65 people in Congo

Africa’s top public health body has confirmed a new Ebola outbreak in Congo’s Ituri province
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Hantavirus Outbreak on Cruise Ship Highlights Diagnosis Challenges

Hantavirus Outbreak on Cruise Ship Highlights Diagnosis Challenges

A recent outbreak of the Andes hantavirus on the Hondius cruise ship has drawn international attention after three passengers died and multiple cases were reported. The virus, which can spread through direct contact and aerosols, poses significant challenges due to its long incubation period and non-specific early symptoms. The first case on the ship involved a passenger who developed symptoms such as fever and mild diarrhea, eventually leading to respiratory failure. The outbreak underscores the limitations of current health screening practices for travelers, as many passengers left the ship before the outbreak was detected, potentially spreading the virus further.
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Hantavirus Outbreak on Cruise Ship Raises Concerns Over Global Health Response

Hantavirus Outbreak on Cruise Ship Raises Concerns Over Global Health Response

A hantavirus outbreak aboard the cruise ship MV Hondius has resulted in 11 confirmed or probable cases and three deaths as of May 12, 2026. The outbreak, which occurred in a tightly packed cruise ship environment, has prompted a response involving quarantine measures and monitoring of passengers. The World Health Organization (WHO) and other health officials have reassured the public that the hantavirus does not have the transmissibility to become a pandemic threat like Covid-19. However, the outbreak highlights the challenges faced by the global health system, which has been weakened by staffing reductions and political decisions, such as the U.S. and Argentina withdrawing from the WHO.
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CDC Monitors 41 People for Hantavirus, No Current U.S. Cases Reported

CDC Monitors 41 People for Hantavirus, No Current U.S. Cases Reported

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has announced that there are currently no hantavirus cases in the United States, although 41 individuals are being monitored following a recent outbreak on a cruise ship. The CDC has advised these individuals to remain isolated for 42 days to prevent potential spread. The World Health Organization has reported 11 cases linked to the outbreak, including three fatalities. Despite concerns, experts emphasize that the risk of a widespread health crisis is low, as the Andes strain of hantavirus does not easily transmit between humans.
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Samsung Electronics fails to reach deal with union; PM says strike must be averted

Samsung Electronics fails to reach deal with union; PM says strike must be averted

By Hyunjoo Jin and Heekyong Yang SEOUL, May 13 (Reuters) - Samsung Electronics and its union failed to reach a pay deal on Wednesday, heightening the risk of a long strike that threatens not only chip production and the semiconductor giant's standing, but also the health of the export-reliant South
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Hantavirus Outbreak on Cruise Ship Raises Concerns but Unlikely to Mirror COVID-19

Hantavirus Outbreak on Cruise Ship Raises Concerns but Unlikely to Mirror COVID-19

A hantavirus outbreak on a Dutch cruise ship has raised concerns due to its resemblance to the early stages of the COVID-19 pandemic. Health officials in personal protective equipment and quarantined patients have drawn comparisons to the initial COVID-19 response. However, medical experts emphasize that the hantavirus is not likely to pose a similar pandemic risk. The virus is typically contracted through contact with infected rodents, and while the strain on the cruise ship can pass from person to person, it requires very close contact. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has stated that there is no current risk to the U.S. population. Health officials are coordinating with international bodies to manage the outbreak and repatriate passengers safely.
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Study Warns Diabetes Could Cost Global Economy $5 Trillion by 2050

Study Warns Diabetes Could Cost Global Economy $5 Trillion by 2050

A recent study published in Nature Communications highlights the potential economic impact of diabetes on the global economy, projecting a loss of over $5 trillion in economic output from 2021 to 2050. The study, which analyzed data from 190 countries, attributes these losses primarily to diabetes-related disability and morbidity. The research underscores the need for improved diabetes management to alleviate the strain on healthcare systems and enhance quality of life. The study's modeling included scenarios with and without additional interventions, revealing significant economic burdens under current trends. The findings emphasize the importance of addressing diabetes as a public health and economic issue.
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Trump FDA chief is leaving after angering pharma CEOs, vaping lobbyists and anti-abortion groups

Trump FDA chief is leaving after angering pharma CEOs, vaping lobbyists and anti-abortion groups

Marty Makary is resigning as President Donald Trump's Food and Drug Administration head
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Large Human Islet Study Provides New Insights into Diabetes Risk

Large Human Islet Study Provides New Insights into Diabetes Risk

A comprehensive study conducted by the Integrated Islet Distribution Program (IIDP) consortium has provided new insights into diabetes risk by analyzing human pancreatic islets from 299 organ donors. The study, published in Nature Communications, linked islet endocrine cell composition to genetic risk scores for Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes. It found that the composition of alpha, beta, and delta cells in the islets affects insulin secretion, with a higher percentage of delta cells associated with poorer insulin secretion. The study also highlighted differences in endocrine cell compositions based on gender and ethnicity, offering a deeper understanding of diabetes pathogenesis.
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Netflix Highlights $325 Billion Global Economic Impact Over Past Decade

Netflix Highlights $325 Billion Global Economic Impact Over Past Decade

Netflix Highlights $325 Billion Global Economic Impact Over Past Decade
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FDA Suppresses Vaccine Safety Studies, Raising Concerns Over Data Transparency

FDA Suppresses Vaccine Safety Studies, Raising Concerns Over Data Transparency

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has been reported to suppress two significant COVID-19 vaccine safety studies. These studies, which were completed by FDA scientists and accepted by peer-reviewed journals, were withdrawn following directives from political appointees. The studies involved millions of vaccine recipients and aimed to assess adverse outcomes post-vaccination. Despite identifying only rare adverse effects, such as anaphylaxis and myocarditis, the studies were not released. This suppression has raised concerns about the transparency and integrity of vaccine safety data, especially as the FDA has been accused of selectively releasing information that supports vaccine-critical claims while withholding reassuring safety findings.
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World markets feel the strain as US–Iran war grinds on

World markets feel the strain as US–Iran war grinds on

By Karin Strohecker and Dhara Ranasinghe LONDON, May 12 (Reuters) - From a rout in Asian currencies to the closure of a low budget U.S. airline, the dragging Middle East conflict is starting to bite across the globe and test the resilience of financial markets.