Italy was declared malaria-free by the World Health Organization (WHO) fifty years ago. Like many European countries, Italy gradually eliminated malaria outbreaks by draining wetlands where mosquitoes breed, using insecticides and window screens, and offering antimalarial drugs.
Over the past decade, international travelers and immigrants have mostly imported malaria cases within the WHO European region.
As of April 2024, the WHO lists 43 countries and one territory as malaria-free, including Italy.
Malaria Carrying Mosquitoes Return to Italy's Coast
SARS-CoV-2 Vaccine Does Not Increase New-Onset Seizure Risk
Findings compared with placebo at 28-day and 43-day follow-up
X Accurately Corrects Vaccine Misinformation by 97%
Recently, U.S. Food and Drug Administration Commissioner Robert Califf M.D. argued vaccination is approaching a dangerous tipping point because of social media misinformation.
As the proliferation of misinformation continues to pose a significant challenge on social media platforms in 2024, research published by the University of California, San Diego, offers hope when searching for fact-based vaccine information.
Which Providers Will Influence the Most Vaccinations in 2024
When it comes to the most trusted healthcare providers, pediatricians and pharmacists are at the top of the list. During the COVID-19 pandemic, these main-street professionals played a crucial role in scaling up vaccinations.
A late March 2024 survey confirmed that pediatricians and pharmacists are key influencers regarding respiratory vaccinations, including flu shots.
For example, pharmacies administered about 67% of COVID-19 doses last year.
Pandemic Reignited Debate Regarding Physician’s Obligation to Treat
Unreasonable risks to self/family, labor rights/workers’ protection were reasons for refusal to treat during COVID-19
More Medical Lab Tests Will Soon Face Federal Scrutiny, FDA Says
By Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter MONDAY, April 29, 2024 (HealthDay News) — Laboratory tests used by millions of Americans are soon to be classified as medical devices, and as such …
Consuming Bird Flu Contaminated Cow Milk Discouraged
Over the past few years, significant media attention has been paid to detecting avian influenza (bird flu). While the overall human health risk is being evaluated, the World Health Organization (WHO) recently shared clarifying data points.
During 2020, highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) A(H5N1) clade 2.3.4.4b viruses arose from previously circulating influenza A(H5Nx) viruses. They spread predominantly via migratory birds to many parts of Africa, Asia, and Europe.
In late 2021, these bird flu viruses crossed to North America and, in late 2022, to South America.
Consuming Bird Flu Contaminated Cow Milk Discouraged
Over the past few years, significant media attention has been paid to detecting avian influenza (bird flu). While the overall human health risk is being evaluated, the World Health Organization (WHO) recently shared clarifying data points.
During 2020, highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) A(H5N1) clade 2.3.4.4b viruses arose from previously circulating influenza A(H5Nx) viruses. They spread predominantly via migratory birds to many parts of Africa, Asia, and Europe.
In late 2021, these bird flu viruses crossed to North America and, in late 2022, to South America.
Consuming Unpasteurized Bird Flu Contaminated Cow Milk Discouraged
Over the past few years, significant media attention has been paid to detecting avian influenza (bird flu). While the overall human health risk is being evaluated, the World Health Organization (WHO) recently shared clarifying data points.
During 2020, highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) A(H5N1) clade 2.3.4.4b viruses arose from previously circulating influenza A(H5Nx) viruses. They spread predominantly via migratory birds to many parts of Africa, Asia, and Europe.
In late 2021, these bird flu viruses crossed to North America and, in late 2022, to South America.
Consuming Unpasteurized Bird Flu Contaminated Cow Milk Discouraged
Over the past few years, significant media attention has been paid to detecting avian influenza (bird flu). While the overall human health risk is being evaluated, the World Health Organization (WHO) recently shared clarifying data points.
During 2020, highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) A(H5N1) clade 2.3.4.4b viruses arose from previously circulating influenza A(H5Nx) viruses. They spread predominantly via migratory birds to many parts of Africa, Asia, and Europe.
In late 2021, these bird flu viruses crossed to North America and, in late 2022, to South America.