European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control

Italy influenza, COVID-19 and RSV vaccination rollout

23 clusters · 211 sources · last updated about 9 hours ago

Latest: Italian Society of Pediatrics launches national influenza prevention campaign

The 2026-2027 seasonal vaccination campaign in Italy, targeting influenza, COVID-19, and Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV), is underway following preparations in September. Ahead of the October rollout, the Italian Medic

Global measles resurgence and US reporting disputes

122 clusters · 941 sources · last updated about 17 hours ago

Latest: Bangladesh measles vaccine study shows low antibody response

The 2026 global measles resurgence continues to escalate. In Bangladesh, the crisis has intensified with 223,784 symptomatic cases and 1,135 deaths recorded between mid-March and late October. A study by the Institute of

Climate change and mosquito-borne disease expansion

6 clusters · 38 sources · last updated about 20 hours ago

Latest: Climate change expands dengue transmission across Brazil

Climate change and phenomena such as El Niño continue to drive the expansion of mosquito-borne diseases and the proliferation of invasive species. Rising temperatures and altered rainfall patterns create favorable condit

West Nile virus outbreaks in Europe and the US

8 clusters · 36 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Germany reports seven local West Nile virus infections

West Nile virus has caused fatalities and multiple infections in parts of Europe and the United States. In the Netherlands, the National Institute for Public Health and the Environment (RIVM) has reported a significant r

Shamonda-like orthobunyavirus spreads across Europe

19 clusters · 394 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: France reports first human case of Shamonda virus

The Shamonda-like orthobunyavirus outbreak continues to impact livestock across Europe, with its geographic footprint expanding significantly. In the Iberian Peninsula, the virus has been confirmed in both Portugal and S

Rising respiratory infections in Balkans and Montenegro

12 clusters · 71 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Serbia reports rise in respiratory infections and flu-like illnesses

The surge in respiratory infections continues across the Balkans. In Republika Srpska, the Institute for Public Health reported over 4,200 acute respiratory infections (ARI) and 479 influenza-like illness (ILI) cases in

Salmonella outbreak linked to raw tomatoes in Italy

3 clusters · 32 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Italy bans raw cherry tomatoes in Emilia-Romagna due to Salmonella

Health authorities in Italy have implemented precautionary bans on the use of raw fresh tomatoes in collective catering following an increase in Salmonella Strathcona ST2559 cases. Initially, the Puglia region issued a

DRC Ebola outbreak expands and impacts healthcare workers

435 clusters · 3334 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: WHO begins Ebola vaccine trials in Democratic Republic of the Congo

The Bundibugyo-strain Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) continues to escalate, marking one of the deadliest epidemics in the country’s history. As of late October 2026, confirmed cases have approac

Rising influenza and respiratory trends in Southeast Asia

9 clusters · 35 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Respiratory and gastrointestinal illnesses rise in Indonesian cities

Global infectious disease trends have shown rising influenza cases, particularly in the Southern Hemisphere and across Asia. Concurrently, COVID-19 cases have increased in Hong Kong, Singapore, and India due to the PQ.16

West Nile virus spreads in Europe and North America

24 clusters · 65 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Tennessee horse tests positive for West Nile virus

West Nile virus (WNV) continues to impact equine and human populations across North America and Europe. In the United States, equine cases have been reported in several states. In California, a 10-month-old Paint filly i

West Nile virus outbreak in Europe

5 clusters · 109 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Greece reports 51 West Nile virus deaths in 2026

Europe is experiencing a significant rise in West Nile virus cases during the 2026 transmission season. As of late September, the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) reported over 1,500 locally acqu

Greece and Cyprus 2026-2027 respiratory vaccination

9 clusters · 54 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Greece reports rising COVID-19 and influenza hospitalizations

The 2026-2027 influenza vaccination campaign has launched in Greece. Following World Health Organization guidelines, this year’s vaccines are exclusively trivalent, as the B/Yamagata strain has effectively disappeared gl

European heatwave, drought, and logistics crisis intensifies

1072 clusters · 4971 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Czech agricultural yields decline due to drought

The 2026 European heatwave and drought crisis has escalated into a widespread agricultural, economic, and logistical emergency. The summer was characterized by record-breaking heat and significant precipitation deficits.

West Nile virus surge in North America, Europe, and Balkans

32 clusters · 367 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: San Fernando declared high risk for West Nile Virus

Public health agencies in North America, Europe, and the Balkans continue to report West Nile virus activity. In the United States, the CDC has reported 1,328 human cases across 45 states, with 1,004 classified as neuroi

Infectious disease outbreaks in Latin America

5 clusters · 40 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Dengue fever cases rise in Brazil, Cuba, Philippines, and Florida

Latin American and Caribbean nations are experiencing a surge in infectious diseases, characterized by rising dengue fever and respiratory infection rates. In Peru, dengue cases increased by approximately 79% compared to

West Nile virus surge across Europe and North America

98 clusters · 878 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: Bisceglie launches mosquito control to combat West Nile Virus

The West Nile virus outbreak has expanded significantly across Europe. By early September 2026, the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) reported 1,086 locally acquired infections across 15 countries

France launches joint influenza and COVID-19 campaign

10 clusters · 29 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: France implements mandatory prescription for flu vaccines

France has launched its annual joint influenza and COVID-19 vaccination campaign for the 2026-2027 season, which officially began in mainland France on October 13, 2026. The campaign is scheduled to run through January 3

West Nile virus surge reaches record levels in Europe

11 clusters · 172 sources · last updated 12 days ago

Latest: West Nile virus reaches record infection levels across Europe

By mid-October 2026, the West Nile virus outbreak in Europe has reached record levels. Reports from the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) and the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) indicate tha

Rise of antibiotic-resistant STIs

2 clusters · 7 sources · last updated 13 days ago

Latest: Shigella infections rise in England amid antibiotic resistance concerns

Health authorities in the United States, Europe, and the United Kingdom are reporting an increase in antibiotic-resistant sexually transmitted infections (STIs). In the United States, CDC analysis indicates that extensi

Influenza activity and vaccine supply in Central Europe

4 clusters · 21 sources · last updated 15 days ago

Latest: Influenza cases rise in Slovakia as respiratory infection season begins

The 2026/2027 influenza season has shown an early onset in Central and Southeast Europe. In Croatia, the Croatian Institute of Public Health (HZJZ) confirmed that influenza appeared earlier than usual, with an uptick not

Northern Europe influenza vaccine supply delays

2 clusters · 8 sources · last updated 20 days ago

Latest: Latvia begins influenza monitoring season amid vaccine delays

In late 2026, Lithuania and Latvia reported delays in the delivery of state-funded seasonal influenza vaccines. In Lithuania, officials projected that deliveries to medical institutions would be delayed until November.

Global respiratory infection trends and COVID-19 resurgence

7 clusters · 43 sources · last updated 22 days ago

Latest: COVID-19 resurgence triggers epidemic phase of respiratory infections

Medical and public health experts continue to emphasize the necessity of vaccination and vigilant surveillance to combat infectious diseases. While initial warnings highlighted risks of disease resurgence due to vaccine

Vibrio vulnificus monitoring and risk assessments

14 clusters · 143 sources · last updated 29 days ago

Latest: Vibrio vulnificus infections and deaths rise in Florida and Louisiana

Vibrio vulnificus infections and fatalities are rising across the United States and Europe, driven by warming sea temperatures. In the U.S., the Gulf Coast has seen a significant impact. Louisiana has recorded 19 cases,