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West Nile virus cases and deaths surge across Europe and US
91 clusters · 867 sources · last updated
Latest: West Nile virus cases and deaths rise in Romania and Greece
The West Nile virus outbreak continues to expand across Europe and North America. In Greece, health experts warn that current domestic case counts may only represent the “tip of an iceberg,” as approximately 80% of infec
Measles resurgence and vaccine policy disputes in Balkans
13 clusters · 72 sources · last updated
Latest: Montenegro re-establishes national immunization call center
The resurgence of measles in the Balkan region continues to drive public health responses and intense social debates. In Serbia, confirmed cases have reignited polarized discussions on social media regarding misinformati
Air quality degradation in the Balkan region
2 clusters · 16 sources · last updated
Latest: Air quality reaches unhealthy levels in Sarajevo and Dubrovnik
Air quality concerns have emerged across several Balkan regions due to elevated particulate matter levels. Initially, reports focused on Podgorica, Montenegro, and Split-Dalmatia, Croatia. In Podgorica, officials attribu
Gostivar water crisis: Legal actions and state of crisis
33 clusters · 101 sources · last updated
Latest: SDSM accuses Public Prosecutor's Office of inaction on corruption reports
The drinking-water ban in Gostivar was lifted after laboratory results from the Food and Veterinary Agency and the Directorate for Protection and Rescue confirmed the water is microbiologically safe. This followed a 22-d
Wildfire management and health crises in North Macedonia
2 clusters · 19 sources · last updated
Latest: Macedonia faces wildfires and West Nile fever outbreak
North Macedonia has implemented several measures to improve its wildfire response, including repairing three ‘air tractors’ for deployment and repurposing military vehicles, such as ‘BTRs’, with water tanks. Prime Minist
Infectious disease outbreaks in Kosovo
4 clusters · 14 sources · last updated
Latest: Measles vaccination rates fall to 62% among students
Kosovo has experienced a rise in infectious disease cases among young children, specifically involving whooping cough and measles. In late July 2026, the National Institute of Public Health confirmed 78 cases of whoopin
Public health prevention and literacy initiatives
2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated
Latest: Istria Public Health Institute promotes health literacy and prevention
Public health institutes have issued guidance and educational initiatives focused on disease prevention and health literacy. Initial guidance from the Institute of Public Health emphasized the prevention and recognition
Water safety and management dispute in North Macedonia
4 clusters · 7 sources · last updated
Latest: Water safety issues in Tetovo and media freedom concerns in Albania
A dispute has emerged in North Macedonia regarding drinking water safety and management authority. The public utility company NPK ‘Sharri’ issued warnings stating that water is unsafe in several settlements, including Po
Hong Kong school reopening health measures
2 clusters · 7 sources · last updated
Latest: Public health experts issue hygiene guidelines for new school year
In Hong Kong, health authorities are preparing for the upcoming school year by focusing on virus prevention and student well-being. The Department of Health has introduced student health services, school dental care, and
Montenegro public health and safety regulatory updates
2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated
Latest: Montenegro adopts new law for safe drinking water standards
Montenegro has implemented new regulatory measures to enhance public health and safety standards across different sectors. In July 2026, the National Commission for Quality and Safety in Health Care approved 347 new pro
West Nile fever escalates in Balkans and California
32 clusters · 153 sources · last updated
Latest: North Macedonia identifies septic tanks as West Nile virus risk
The West Nile fever epidemic in North Macedonia has expanded, with health authorities reporting 43 total cases, including 40 confirmed infections. Four deaths have been recorded, primarily among elderly citizens in the S
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