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Outbreak AnalysisMay 19, 2026·6 min read

The MV Hondius hantavirus outbreak: what we know so far

A breakdown of the Andes virus cluster aboard a Dutch-flagged cruise ship, what makes it different from other hantaviruses, and why the 8-week incubation period matters.

Bird FluMay 17, 2026·8 min read

H5N1 in US dairy farms: should you worry?

The 71 confirmed human cases of H5N1 avian influenza in 2026 are unprecedented. Here is what virologists are watching for next.

EbolaMay 17, 2026·7 min read

WHO declares Ebola PHEIC: understanding the 2026 outbreak

The Bundibugyo virus outbreak in DRC and Uganda is the third caused by this rare strain. With no approved vaccine, what comes next?

Public HealthMay 15, 2026·5 min read

How to read outbreak data without panicking

A guide to interpreting case counts, CFR, and threat levels — and why the number you see is rarely the whole story.

DengueMay 12, 2026·6 min read

Brazil hits record 3.2M dengue cases — climate connection explained

The 2026 dengue season in the Americas is the worst on record. Climate scientists explain what is driving the surge.

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