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March 15, 2024

Mpox: Acting globally, preparing locally

Mpox has become all too familiar around the world in the past two years. But in central Africa, it’s been a recurring health threat for decades – and an ongoing outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo is larger and more widespread than any before. Learn More

January 3, 2024

Understanding Misconceptions About Dengue

In 2023, there were more than 5 million dengue cases reported from 80 countries, with at least 23 countries reporting outbreaks. As dengue cases rise, it’s important to have the right facts about the virus. Learn More

December 11, 2023

CDC Response to Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever

Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever (RMSF) is a critical public health concern caused by the bite of an infected tick. Since July 2023, 5 patients have been diagnosed with RMSF, including 3 deaths. Learn More

December 7, 2023 

CDC Response to Mpox Outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo

CDC is working with health officials in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and the World Health Organization (WHO) to monitor and respond to an outbreak of monkeypox virus. Learn More