The reemergence of polio in Gaza after 25 years is a dire consequence of the ongoing conflict, leaving hospitals in ruins and displacing millions, posing a serious public health threat.
Warmer weather has led to a surge in cases of the potentially fatal Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) virus in the northeastern United States, prompting states to take preventive measures such as aerial spraying and public awareness campaigns.
The discontinuation of Ontario's COVID-19 wastewater surveillance program is a significant setback for pandemic preparedness, as it eliminates a valuable early detection system and collaborative framework between researchers and public health officials.
Border restrictions during the COVID-19 pandemic did not reduce HIV-1 transmission among injection drug users on the US-Mexico border, and HIV incidence rates remained high, especially among vulnerable populations.
The COVID-19 pandemic has led to a significant decline in cervical cancer screening rates, particularly among women living in rural areas.
Chronic kidney disease poses a major public health burden in Latin America, with significant disparities in resources, access to early detection, and provision of cost-effective treatments across the region.
Water insecurity, driven by climate change, population growth, and urbanization, poses significant health risks for vulnerable populations in Mexico, particularly through increased prevalence of acute diarrheal diseases and potential transmission of antibiotic-resistant bacteria.
Diabetes patients in Latin America and the Caribbean are not receiving recommended eye and foot examinations to prevent serious complications like retinopathy and neuropathy.
The establishment of the Pan-European Network for Disease Control (NDC) aims to improve the region's preparedness and coordinated response to future disease outbreaks and health emergencies.
Canada is unlikely to meet the World Health Organization's (WHO) target of eliminating hepatitis C virus (HCV) by 2030 despite progress in reducing HCV-related health outcomes.