CDC Current Outbreak List
Infectious disease outbreaks currently being reported on by CDC. Listings include those outbreaks for which content is currently published on the CDC website.
U.S.-Based Outbreaks
Recent investigations reported on CDC.gov
- Romaine Lettuce – E. coli Infections Announced November 2018
- Raw Chicken Products – Multidrug-Resistant Salmonella Infections Announced October 2018
- Ground Beef – Salmonella Infections Announced October 2018
- Deli Ham – Listeria Infections Announced October 2018
- Ground Beef – E. coli O26 Infections Announced September 2018
- Multistate Psittacosis Outbreak among Poultry Plant Workers, 2018 Announced September 2018
- Gravel Ridge Eggs – Salmonella Infections Announced September 2018
- Kosher Chicken – Salmonella Infections Announced August 2018
- Raw Turkey Products – Salmonella Infections Announced July 2018
- Outbreaks of hepatitis A in multiple states among people who are homeless and people who use drugs Announced March 2017
International Outbreaks
- 2018 Ebola Outbreak in Congo (DRC) Announced May 2018
- 2017 Ebola Outbreak in Congo (DRC) Announced May 2017
Travel Notices Affecting International Travelers
Please see the Travelers’ Health site for a complete list.
- Watch - Measles in Israel November 2018
- Watch - Measles in Moldova November 2018
- Watch - Measles in New Zealand November 2018
- Watch - Dengue in Senegal November 2018
- Warning - Super Typhoon Yutu October 2018
- Alert - Polio in Somalia October 2018
- Alert - Polio in Democratic Republic of the Congo October 2018
Understanding Outbreaks
In the last two years, CDC has sent scientists and doctors out more than 750 times to respond to health threats. Learn more below.
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Further Sources for Content about Specific Outbreaks
- Multistate Foodborne Outbreaks – Foodborne outbreaks listed by year
- Health Alert Network – Health alerts, health advisories, updates, and info service messages. Designed for public health and medical communities.
- Recent Outbreaks and Incidents – Events involving the CDC Emergency Operations Center
- Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report – Outbreak investigation reports included among other content. Note that outbreak material includes state health department investigations. Designed for public health and medical communities.
- Hepatitis A Outbreaks – This list represents hepatitis A outbreak investigations since 2013 where CDC supported or led the investigation.
Page last reviewed: October 18, 2018
Content source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention