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345 articles from 42 outlets, last 30 days
Peak: Thu 22 Oct, 41 articles
About half the coverage comes from centre-rated outlets. Left-leaning outlets ran 131 of these articles, right-leaning ones 58.
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The Democratic Republic of Congo has reported over 10,000 Ebola cases, with nearly half of confirmed cases resulting in death. The outbreak, driven by a rare virus with no approved vaccine or treatment, is spreading beyond Congo and prompting international response.
A person who donated plasma recently died a day later, but health officials and Canadian Blood Services stated the death was not connected to the donation. The cause was described as natural, and the incident has raised questions about donor safety protocols.
A 65-year-old woman in Kenya has died from Ebola, becoming the second death in the country linked to a case traced to the Democratic Republic of Congo. The outbreak has now spread to four African countries, but health officials say there is no evidence of community transmission.
The Democratic Republic of the Congo has reported more than 10,000 Ebola cases and nearly 4,900 deaths. A nurse responding to the outbreak was killed by a mob armed with machetes in eastern DR Congo.
The New World screwworm parasite was confirmed in an elk in Pecos County, Texas, marking the first time it has been found in U.S. wildlife. Officials are urging hunters and ranchers to monitor for signs to prevent further spread.
Kenya confirmed its second Ebola death, involving a 65-year-old woman who was a close relative of the first patient. Nigeria reported its first Ebola case in over a decade, raising concerns about the virus spreading across Africa.
A three-day dig at Lincoln's Hospital of the Holy Innocents uncovered small structures possibly used as private quarters for leprosy patients. The findings contribute to understanding medieval healthcare and disease management.
Uganda has introduced a 21-day quarantine for citizens returning from the Democratic Republic of the Congo due to concerns over the spread of Ebola. The move comes as the outbreak expands across multiple African countries, raising regional public health concerns.
The U.S. is experiencing its worst measles outbreak since 2000, with Pennsylvania reporting rising cases and the first confirmed congenital measles cases in decades. This marks a significant public health concern due to the risks to newborns and the potential for wider spread.
Brandi Glanville is preparing for exploratory surgery to address a condition she believes involves something moving under her skin. The procedure aims to remove a suspected parasitic or fungal growth in her face.
Public health officials in British Columbia and Quebec are responding to cases of rabies in wild animals that have interacted with people or pets. The situation raises concerns about public safety and the need for awareness and prevention.
Vincent Kompany, Bayern Munich's manager, was taken to hospital after collapsing during a training session. He had been dealing with a viral infection and a hip injury, prompting concern for his health.