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Bundibugyo virus outbreak intensifies in DRC and Uganda
ECDC says a large outbreak of Bundibugyo virus disease is underway in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda, with limited information still available. The agency assesses the risk to people in the EU/EEA as very low, but the outbreak is the most urgent international infectious-disease development reported today.
CDC warns of growing Salmonella illnesses linked to moringa products
The CDC says a growing number of Salmonella illnesses and outbreaks are being linked to moringa leaf products, prompting a new alert. Public-health investigators are continuing to trace affected products and exposures as the number of cases rises.
Drug-resistant Shigella is spreading across Europe
ECDC reports increasing spread of multidrug-resistant and extensively drug-resistant Shigella infections in Europe, especially among men who have sex with men. The warning highlights a growing antimicrobial-resistance problem that complicates treatment and outbreak control.
Andes hantavirus cases expected after cruise-ship exposure
ECDC says further cases are expected among returning passengers and crew because of the incubation period and on-board exposure in a cruise-ship outbreak. The agency says the risk to the general EU/EEA population remains very low.
WHO continues issuing global public-health guidance and updates
WHO’s news feed shows continued publication of health guidance, including a 1 June 2026 item on psychological self-help interventions. While not an outbreak headline, it reflects ongoing WHO work on mental-health support and broader global health policy.
CDC flags adverse outcomes linked to travel-related cosmetic procedures
CDC’s newsroom lists a health warning on adverse outcomes associated with travel-related cosmetic procedures. The alert underscores persistent safety concerns around medical tourism and complications that can follow procedures performed abroad.
India media highlights concern over Central Africa Ebola outbreak
A June 3 report says experts are advising calm amid the 2026 Ebola outbreak in Central Africa while noting low risk for countries such as India. The report reinforces that the outbreak is drawing attention beyond the region even as officials emphasize measured risk communication.
Global health attention remains focused on outbreak response in Africa
Recent reporting from ECDC and other outlets points to multiple concurrent outbreak threats in Africa, including Bundibugyo virus disease and Ebola-related concern. These events are dominating the international health agenda because they combine high severity with uncertain epidemiology.
Antimicrobial resistance remains a major health threat in Europe
ECDC’s warning on MDR and XDR Shigella adds to the evidence that drug-resistant infections continue to spread in community settings. Such infections can be harder to treat and can drive longer illness, more complications, and more intensive public-health interventions.
Foodborne illness surveillance is active in the U.S.
CDC’s latest newsroom updates include new action on Salmonella outbreaks tied to moringa products. The alert suggests ongoing surveillance is identifying contaminated or suspect food items and linking them to illness clusters.