Public Health

US CDC Reports 21 Cases of Oropouche Fever Among Travelers Returning from Cuba

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Oropouche fever symptoms

                Introduction to Oropouche Fever, Oropouche fever symptoms Oropouche fever is an emerging arboviral disease primarily caused by the Oropouche virus (OROV), which belongs to the family Peribunyaviridae. It is predominantly transmitted to humans through the bites of infected midges, especially those of the Culicoides species. Historically, Oropouche … Read more

U.S. Surgeon General Declares Gun Violence a Public Health Emergency

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gun violence public health emergency

              Introduction: Understanding the Crisis In a significant and unprecedented move, the U.S. Surgeon General has officially declared gun violence a public health emergency. This declaration marks a critical shift in the approach to addressing gun violence, recognizing it not merely as a matter of criminal justice but as … Read more