Researchers developed a model to optimize countermeasures while considering containment costs, identifying a clear threshold for optimal control. The study found that measures become necessary only when the disease reaches a certain severity, and that vaccination campaigns can help reduce transmission rates.
SourceMax-Planck-Gesellschaft·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateAug 7, 2026
Researchers have compiled ten fundamental mechanisms governing the development of pandemics, highlighting the importance of understanding biological, mathematical, and social factors. These mechanisms can help improve preparedness and response to future pandemics by identifying key drivers of outbreak dynamics.
SourceMax-Planck-Gesellschaft·JournalEClinicalMedicine·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateAug 7, 2026
A study in Arequipa, Peru, found that a decentralized, immune-inspired surveillance model detected 23 infested households compared to just one through the conventional strategy. The new approach allowed local public health staff to accept reports of infestations and expand outreach to nearby areas.
SourceUniversity of Pennsylvania School of Medicine·JournalPLOS Neglected Tropical Diseases·TypeRandomized controlled/clinical trial·DateAug 5, 2026
Researchers developed a mathematical model to reconstruct COVID-19 spread in Dutch schools, showing that targeted closures can reduce hospital admissions. The study highlights the value of mathematical models for informing public health decisions during outbreaks.
SourceUniversity Medical Center Utrecht·JournalNature Communications·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJul 28, 2026
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Researchers have created an affordable and highly effective mosquito repellent distilled from locally grown catnip plants, comparable to DEET-based products. The nepetalactone-based lotion has been shown to repel mosquitoes responsible for malaria transmission in Sub-Saharan Africa.
Healthcare-associated transmission of Andes virus is uncommon but can occur when infection is not recognized early or protective measures are delayed, research suggests. Implementing transmission-based precautions at earliest stages of infection can prevent transmission in healthcare settings.
SourceBrigham and Women's Hospital·JournalClinical Infectious Diseases·TypeLiterature review·DateJul 6, 2026
Researchers propose a voluntary labelling scheme using 'STABILISED' to indicate products with minimal risk of Listeria infection. The scheme aims to help consumers choose safe products and reduce the number of people falling ill with Listeria infections.
SourceTechnical University of Denmark·JournalCurrent Opinion in Food Science·DateJul 1, 2026
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A new study analyzing over 11,000 YouTube videos and comments found that online discussions surrounding avian influenza transformed scientific information into broader debates involving institutional trust, politics, and alternative interpretations of disease risk. The analysis identified dominant themes, emotional patterns, and shifts...
JMIR Publications invites submissions on the 2026 Ebola disease public health emergency of international concern, focusing on response strategies, risk communication, and surveillance. The World Health Organization has declared a public health emergency due to population mobility and ongoing uncertainty in the Democratic Republic of th...
Researchers at Texas A&M University develop a laser technique called TRIP to directly measure quantum forces shaping proteins, enabling accurate prediction of how pharmaceutical drugs interact with them. This breakthrough could lead to the design of medicines tailored to specific diseases, revolutionizing precision medicine.
SourceTexas A&M University·JournalScience Advances·DateJun 25, 2026
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Researchers at Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center have developed a first-ever vaccine against leishmaniasis, a disease putting 10% of the world at risk. The vaccine is expected to start clinical trials this year and has shown 100% effectiveness in animal studies.
SourceOhio State University Wexner Medical Center·JournalNew England Journal of Medicine·DateJun 24, 2026
A study analyzing all known Ebola disease cases outside Africa since 1976 found a low overall risk of exportation. Local, community-based case management and infection prevention at the outbreak source are considered key strategies to mitigate transmission risk.
SourceEuropean Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC)·JournalEurosurveillance·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateJun 18, 2026
Scientists at La Jolla Institute for Immunology have discovered that 'cross-reactive' T cells can recognize multiple species of paramyxovirus, including measles and Nipah viruses. This broad protection is essential in combating emerging diseases with unknown viral strains.
SourceLa Jolla Institute for Immunology·JournalCell Reports Medicine·TypeExperimental study·DateJun 2, 2026
A new study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association found that adults with better Life's Essential 8 scores had lower odds of becoming severely ill or dying from COVID-19. The research suggests that having a healthy heart helps prepare the body for real-life stress tests, such as infectious diseases like COVID-19.
SourceAmerican Heart Association·JournalJournal of the American Heart Association·DateMay 27, 2026
Climate change is likely to spread chikungunya virus into temperate regions like northeastern North America, central Europe, and East Asia, with the Asian tiger mosquito playing a key role in transmission. Public health officials should prepare by tracking mosquitoes, training doctors, and strengthening control measures by 2040.
SourceFrontiers·JournalFrontiers in Cellular and Infection Microbiology·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateMay 27, 2026
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A 2021 dog daycare outbreak in LA County revealed critical gaps in vaccinations and animal-to-human transmission. Leptospirosis, a bacterial disease, can cause severe illness in dogs and flu-like symptoms in humans.
SourceUniversity of California - Davis·JournalJournal of Clinical Microbiology·DateMay 26, 2026
Researchers used wastewater surveillance to detect drug-resistant Candida auris strains up to five months before patients showed symptoms, opening a new frontier for hospitals. The study found higher detection rates and concentrations of the pathogen in hospital wastewater compared to community-scale treatment plants.
SourceUniversity of Nevada, Las Vegas·JournalNature Communications·DateMay 20, 2026
Researchers at La Jolla Institute for Immunology have discovered that combining key vaccine ingredients could give the body the tools it needs to fight the entire family of arenaviruses with a single vaccine. This approach may protect against life-threatening infections from Lassa virus, Junin virus, and many other arenaviruses.
SourceLa Jolla Institute for Immunology·JournalCell Reports Medicine·TypeExperimental study·DateMay 20, 2026
A study found that airborne viruses can spread between separated indoor spaces through shared bathroom ventilation systems. The study, conducted in a high-rise building in Spain, confirmed COVID-19 transmission through vertical ventilation shafts, highlighting the risk of disease transmission in older buildings.
SourceUniversity of Colorado at Boulder·JournalPLOS One·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateMay 13, 2026
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A study by Boston Children's Hospital researchers found that the US missed four out of seven measles elimination status indicators, with most at risk. The latest outbreak has spread continuously for over a year and affected 45 states since January 2025.
SourceBoston Children's Hospital·JournalThe Lancet·DateApr 30, 2026
A new handbook produced jointly by Chalmers University of Technology and the University of Gothenburg aims to improve decision-making and preparedness for future pandemics. The handbook provides practical guidance on how mathematical models can be used to inform decision-making, particularly in times of crisis.
Researchers at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln have developed a promising new vaccine approach against highly pathogenic bird flu (H5N1) that demonstrates strong efficacy in both mice and dairy cattle. The vaccine platform protects against multiple H5N1 strains and generates immunity in both the bloodstream and respiratory tract.
SourceUniversity of Nebraska-Lincoln·Journalnpj Vaccines·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 23, 2026
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Researchers developed an AI tool called PathogenFinder2 that can detect harmful bacteria before they infect humans. The tool uses protein language models and has been shown to significantly improve the detection of bacterial threats.
SourceTechnical University of Denmark·JournalBioinformatics·DateMar 26, 2026
A new study found that over 155,000 US deaths between March 2020 and December 2021 were not officially recorded as COVID-19 deaths, highlighting critical gaps in the death investigation system. These unrecognized deaths disproportionately affected certain populations, including racial and ethnic minorities.
SourceBoston University School of Public Health·JournalScience Advances·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateMar 19, 2026
Research from Stanford University reveals that warmer, wetter weather conditions linked to climate change are making disease epidemics more likely, with a study analyzing a 2023 cyclone and dengue fever outbreak in Peru estimating that 60% of cases were directly caused by extreme rainfall and warm temperatures. Targeted mosquito contro...
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Researchers at Penn State found that Ebola outbreaks are influenced by environmental and human factors, including weather patterns, vegetation health, and human movement. A strong positive correlation was found between the total length of roads and rivers in outbreak locations and the number of Ebola cases reported early in each outbreak.
SourcePenn State·JournalBiology Letters·TypeObservational study·DateMar 12, 2026
Severe COVID-19 and influenza infections can prime the lungs for cancer development, according to new research. Vaccination, however, largely prevents these changes, suggesting a reduced risk of lung cancer.
SourceUniversity of Virginia Health System·JournalCell·DateMar 11, 2026
A new index maps state-level flu risk, highlighting regional disparities and socioeconomic factors contributing to vulnerability. Policymakers can use this tool to develop targeted strategies, strengthen epidemic preparedness, and address disparities in flu risk across the US.
SourceWashington University in St. Louis·JournalPLOS Computational Biology·DateMar 9, 2026
A new special edition of the Philosophical Transactions of the Royal Society B provides a comprehensive collection of peer-reviewed studies on disease management in marine wildlife. The issue examines emerging pathogens, methodological advances, climate change, and ecosystem-based management.
SourceBigelow Laboratory for Ocean Sciences·JournalPhilosophical Transactions of the Royal Society B Biological Sciences·DateMar 5, 2026
A study from the University of East Anglia found that Covid lockdowns disrupted children's ability to self-regulate, leading to slower growth in executive functions. Reception-age children, who normally learn to socialize and navigate classroom routines, showed significant setbacks in cognitive flexibility and self-regulation skills.
SourceUniversity of East Anglia·JournalChild Development·TypeObservational study·DateMar 3, 2026
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A recent study found that chikungunya can spread in temperatures as low as 13 degrees Celsius, posing a greater health threat in Europe than previously thought. The Asian tiger mosquito is expanding northwards through the continent, and warming temperatures may lead to local outbreaks in the UK.
SourceUK Centre for Ecology & Hydrology·JournalJournal of The Royal Society Interface·DateFeb 18, 2026
A sweeping new study has identified tuberculosis as the predominant cause of deadly sepsis among people with HIV in Africa. Immediate treatment for TB significantly increased survival rates, especially when treatment was started before diagnosis.
SourceUniversity of Virginia Health System·JournalThe Lancet Infectious Diseases·DateJan 30, 2026
A new MERS vaccine candidate has shown a stable and functional immune response in humans that persists for at least two years after a booster vaccination. The study demonstrates that such durable immunity can be achieved through targeted booster vaccinations, providing an important step toward an effective MERS vaccine.
SourceGerman Center for Infection Research·JournalNature Communications·TypeRandomized controlled/clinical trial·DateJan 28, 2026
The new platform developed by UVA Health scientists can produce vaccines much faster, cheaper, and more easily than traditional approaches. The platform's proof-of-concept demonstrates its ability to produce highly immunogenic vaccines that can be manufactured at extremely low cost.
SourceUniversity of Virginia Health System·JournalVaccines·DateJan 28, 2026
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Current smokers are more likely to experience four symptoms associated with Long COVID, including arthralgia, chest pain and dyspnea. Dual users of combustible and heated tobacco products also show a stronger correlation with symptoms, suggesting the added use may worsen symptoms.
SourceOsaka Metropolitan University·JournalScientific Reports·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateJan 26, 2026
Researchers at NUS Medicine discovered that genetic vectors can efficiently spread antibiotic resistance within the gut, enabling even highly virulent bacteria to acquire drug resistance. This finding sheds light on the emergence of 'superbugs' in healthcare settings.
SourceNational University of Singapore, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine·JournalNature Communications·DateJan 25, 2026
Researchers at UC Santa Barbara found that human activity in the Amazon basin is driving an uptick in yellow fever cases. The proximity of urban areas to forests increases the risk of disease transmission, as does the growing border between forested and urban areas.
SourceUniversity of California - Santa Barbara·JournalBiology Letters·DateJan 21, 2026
The study provides direct evidence of large-scale human mortality during the Plague of Justinian and offers insight into how people moved, lived, and became vulnerable within ancient cities. The mass grave at Jerash, Jordan, helps resolve a long-standing puzzle about ancient community dynamics.
SourceUniversity of South Florida·JournalJournal of Archaeological Science·TypeObservational study·DateJan 20, 2026
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The number of US pertussis cases has surged sixfold since the pandemic began, with over 26,600 reported in 2024. Many Americans are unaware of whooping cough symptoms or that a vaccine exists to prevent it. Despite widespread agreement on the causes and risks of the disease, vaccination rates remain low.
SourceAnnenberg Public Policy Center of the University of Pennsylvania·TypeSurvey·DateDec 18, 2025
A new study found that adults hospitalized with RSV often struggle with breathlessness, reduced ability to perform everyday activities, and lower quality of life six to 12 months after their hospitalization. The study also showed that younger adults can experience serious RSV infections requiring hospitalization, similar to older adults.
SourceUniversity of Michigan School of Public Health·JournalEmerging Infectious Diseases·DateDec 10, 2025
Scientists at Northwestern University have developed the fastest test yet for diagnosing hepatitis C virus, delivering results in just 15 minutes – up to 75% faster than current rapid tests. The highly accurate diagnostic could revolutionize HCV care by improving diagnosis and accelerating treatment uptake.
SourceNorthwestern University·JournalThe Journal of Infectious Diseases·DateDec 10, 2025
The APIC and SHEA have established the Healthcare Infection Prevention Advisory Group (HIPAG) to fill gaps in coordinated infection prevention efforts. The group aims to provide timely, evidence-informed advisory expertise to support organizational needs and promote alignment among healthcare stakeholders.
SourceSociety for Healthcare Epidemiology of America·DateDec 2, 2025
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A comprehensive review of 19 multi-day events found that nearly 70% of reported emergencies were infectious disease outbreaks, with influenza, measles, and meningococcal disease being the top causes. Foodborne illnesses accounted for over one in five incidents, often linked to poor food handling practices.
SourceFlinders University·JournalPublic Health·TypeSystematic review·DateDec 1, 2025
PathGen is an AI-powered platform that integrates diverse data sources to provide enhanced situational awareness and decision-making support. It enables countries to respond faster to outbreaks while strengthening trust and sovereignty, reducing lives lost and livelihoods disrupted.
SourceDuke-NUS Medical School·TypeNews article·DateDec 1, 2025
A new study by ESMT Berlin finds that fractional-dose vaccines can significantly reduce infections during epidemics, especially in low-resource settings. The researchers identify vaccination policies that minimize infections while accounting for limited stockpiles and administration capacity.
SourceESMT Berlin·JournalManufacturing & Service Operations Management·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateNov 26, 2025
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The FluWarning system uses genetic code analysis to detect subtle changes in flu viruses that may indicate cross-species transmission. It has been successfully applied to H5N1 bird flu and detected clusters of viral activity in the US, issuing alerts before official reports were published.
SourcePolitecnico di Milano·JournalScience Advances·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateNov 20, 2025
The partnership aims to co-develop and evaluate next-generation self-amplifying RNA (saRNA) vaccines targeting seasonal and pandemic influenza. Apriori's Octavia platform will be combined with A*STAR IDL's saRNA delivery technology to develop improved H5 influenza vaccines that anticipate infection in humans.
SourceAgency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR), Singapore·TypeNews article·DateNov 18, 2025
Researchers discovered a 'sticky' molecule, P-selectin, that can cause blood clots and organ failure during COVID-19. A new mRNA therapy that drives P-selectin expression provides broad protection against coronavirus infection.
SourceUniversity of Sydney·JournalJournal of Clinical Investigation·TypeExperimental study·DateNov 17, 2025
A study published in Nature found that wild birds, particularly ducks, geese, and swans, are driving the current US bird flu outbreak. The viruses were introduced to North America via migratory birds and have become better adapted to infect wild birds since 2020.
SourceUniversity of Pennsylvania·JournalNature·TypeObservational study·DateNov 14, 2025
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A 47-year-old man from New Jersey died after consuming beef due to a tick-borne meat allergy caused by the Lone Star tick's alpha-gal sugar. Researchers identified the allergy and its link to fatal anaphylaxis, urging physicians to investigate severe abdominal pain after eating red meat in areas with high Lone Star tick populations.
A study in Arequipa, Peru found that efforts to track dog-related rabies in poorer areas were lacking, despite higher disease prevalence. An active surveillance system improved data collection and analysis, revealing striking differences between risk and surveillance.
SourceUniversity of Pennsylvania School of Medicine·JournalThe Lancet Regional Health - Americas·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateNov 11, 2025
Researchers are investigating co-evolution between viruses and the immune system to predict future variants and develop effective vaccines and preventive measures. The ERC Synergy Grant will fund a six-year project, CoEvolve, led by physicists Michael Lässig and virologist Florian Klein.
Researchers at EMBL-EBI developed SPRTA, an interpretable and efficient way to score the reliability of each branch in a phylogenetic tree. This method enables fast and reliable understanding of virus strain evolution, informing better decisions during outbreaks.
SourceEuropean Molecular Biology Laboratory·JournalNature·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateNov 5, 2025
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Researchers found RSV to be of comparable severity to influenza and COVID-19, with higher death rates and intensive care admissions. Long-term cardiovascular and neurological complications were also observed up to 300 days post-hospitalisation.
SourceSingHealth·JournalClinical Microbiology and Infection·TypeObservational study·DateNov 4, 2025
The Annenberg Public Policy Center survey finds that most American adults are unclear about the dangers of measles and the value of vaccination. The survey also shows a decline in support for MMR vaccination among parents, from 90% in November 2024 to 82% in August 2025.
SourceAnnenberg Public Policy Center of the University of Pennsylvania·TypeSurvey·DateOct 30, 2025
Researchers extracted DNA from Napoleon soldiers' teeth and identified Salmonella enterica and Borrelia recurrentis as causes of enteric fever and relapsing fever. The discovery sheds new light on the factors contributing to the army's downfall.
SourceCell Press·JournalCurrent Biology·TypeExperimental study·DateOct 24, 2025
A new approach, epimodulation, has been developed to improve epidemiological forecasting models by incorporating critical pieces of understanding into the models. This approach increased model accuracy by up to 55% during epidemic peaks for hospital admission forecasts without reducing accuracy at non-peak times.
SourceUniversity of Texas at Austin·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·TypeExperimental study·DateOct 24, 2025
The Global Pathogen Analysis Platform (GPAP) will enable low- and middle-income countries to conduct research and surveillance of infectious diseases independently. The platform aims to prevent disease outbreaks from developing into pandemics by detecting genetic sequences of potential pathogens.
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A new study projects that US funding cuts will result in a catastrophic effect on pediatric TB, with children in Sub-Saharan Africa and Southeast Asia experiencing a significant spike in preventable cases and deaths over the next decade. The loss of US bilateral health aid is projected to result in an additional 2.5 million pediatric T...
SourceBoston University School of Public Health·JournalThe Lancet Child & Adolescent Health·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateOct 20, 2025
A new human lung alveolus chip model enables investigation of viral replication, inflammatory responses, and genetic off-target effects of a novel pan-influenza CRISPR therapy. The study achieved significant reductions in virus load and host inflammatory response after a single administration.
SourceWyss Institute for Biologically Inspired Engineering at Harvard·JournalLab on a Chip·TypeExperimental study·DateOct 15, 2025