The Virus

China’s struggles with lab safety carry danger of another pandemic Investigations show China is vulnerable to serious lab accidents, exposing problems that allowed deadly pathogens to escape in the past, and could well do so again.

Infection with Streptococcus pyogenes — or group A strep, for short — typically produces mild symptoms, such as rash, fever or swollen tonsils leading to the eponymous strep throat. But in recent months, cases related to a rare invasive form of the common bacteria have been popping up across the United States, as well as Europe, often in connection with sometimes confusing symptoms, including skin rashes, fever, a racing heart and unexplained swelling.

First came a viral storm. Now, we have puzzling superinfections. Rare bacterial infections, such as invasive strep A, are popping up around the United States and Europe, with unusual effects for children.

White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre was mocked online after suggesting that Americans remember their own self-care while shopping this holiday season - by treating themselves to a COVID vaccine.

White House Press Secretary mocked for suggesting a COVID vaccine White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre was mocked after suggesting Americans remember self-care this holiday season by treating themselves to a COVID vaccine.

Twitter labeled factual information about covid-19 as misinformation Doctors, scientists and advocates attempting to warn the public about the dangers of the virus have had tweets flagged and accounts suspended.

What is tomato flu? Viral infection is spreading among children in India. Tomato flu, which medical experts say is not considered life-threatening, gets its name from the painful, red blisters that enlarge to the size of a tomato.

Here’s what you need to know about monkeypox and travel — with FAQs Editor’s note: This article has been updated with new information. It’s official. The World Health Organization (WHO) has determined monkeypox constitutes a global health emergency, calling it a “public health emergency of international concern” due to a multi-country outbreak. San Francisco...

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