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The largest cyclospora outbreak is decreasing, but new cases with unknown sources are emerging. An expert warns the parasite may spread through summer.

The death toll from a Legionnaires' disease outbreak in New York City has risen to six. Julie Menin, Speaker of the New York City Council, expressed condolences to the families of the victims.

A separate outbreak of a diarrhea-causing parasite with dozens of cases has been identified, and it is not linked to the recent recalled lettuce. Authorities have confirmed the cases are unrelated to the lettuce recall.

The FDA is investigating a cyclospora outbreak not linked to lettuce, with at least 72 cases reported.

The article discusses the ongoing cyclosporiasis outbreak and highlights uncertainties about its causes and spread as case numbers increase.

The Ebola death toll has increased to 930 as the outbreak spreads at a record pace. The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention and partners are planning a trial of two existing vaccines.

The FDA confirmed a false positive test result for Cyclospora in Taylor Farms lettuce, with no current confirmed positive product tests for the parasite. Taylor Farms voluntarily recalled iceberg lettuce from central Mexico after the initial incorrect result, while an ongoing outbreak has sickened over 1,500 people across multiple states.

The FDA confirmed a sample of Taylor Farms shredded iceberg lettuce initially reported positive for cyclospora was a false positive. Over 1,600 people across five states have been sickened by the ongoing outbreak.

The FDA retracted its initial statement that a lettuce sample tested positive for Cyclospora, confirming it was a false alarm. The agency previously linked the positive test to an outbreak but later clarified the result was incorrect.

Federal cuts might not have directly impacted detection of an outbreak, but could hinder learning from it. A parasite highlights the importance of public health.

Cyclospora cases are increasing in the US, with a focus on diarrhea symptoms and foods linked to the outbreak. The article outlines information on the spread, treatment, and prevention of the parasite.

Taco Bell is removing certain menu items as a precaution due to a cyclospora parasite outbreak that has sickened thousands of people nationwide. The parasite continues to pose a public health risk, prompting the restaurant chain's response.

A 19-year-old pre-school worker nearly died from meningitis after sharing drinks during a night out in a town experiencing an outbreak. The incident highlights the risks associated with meningitis transmission in outbreak-affected areas.

Cases of flesh-eating parasites are rising in the US, raising concerns about a potential outbreak. Fears are intensifying as the situation develops.

At least three Ebola vaccines are being funded, with research being fast-tracked due to the outbreak spreading faster than the response. The article highlights ongoing efforts to accelerate vaccine development.

Three Ebola vaccines are in development as fears grow over a deadly outbreak that has killed 250 people in two African nations. The situation highlights urgent efforts to contain the spread of the virus.

The World Health Organization warns that the Ebola outbreak is spreading faster than it can be controlled, with cases exceeding 1,000.

A new hantavirus case has been confirmed in a close contact of a sick passenger on a cruise ship where a previous outbreak resulted in three deaths. The development raises concerns about potential spread among passengers and crew.

Australia has confirmed its first diphtheria death amid the worst outbreak in decades, with most cases concentrated in the Northern Territory and additional cases in Western Australia, South Australia, and Queensland.

The article discusses the rare Ebola Bundibugyo variant, noting there are currently no outbreak-related cases in the US. It aims to inform readers about the variant and whether Americans should be concerned about its potential spread to the United States.

The CDC has issued a warning about a drug-resistant salmonella outbreak, with roughly a dozen cases reported among children under 5 years old. The outbreak highlights concerns about antibiotic resistance and the vulnerability of young children to severe infections.

A drug-resistant salmonella outbreak has been linked to several cases, including children under 5, prompting a CDC warning. Roughly a dozen cases among young children have been reported.