Increases in countries that already had good momentum overshadowed struggles other countries had with regaining lost ground.
Medical and public health experts should work together to combat misinformation through investments in media monitoring and counter messaging.
Rhinovirus or enterovirus was most common (found in 12.1% of samples), followed by seasonal coronaviruses (5.6%).
The report is part of the GAO's series on the accountability and effectiveness of the federal government's $4.7 trillion pandemic response.
COVID vaccine ordering changes on August 3, the US destroys its last chemical weapons, and Mandy Cohen takes the CDC reins.
A UNICEF/WHO report highlights gender inequalities related to public health issues with household drinking water, sanitation, and hygiene.
HIV was the only cause of disease that rose over time, especially among females and older children and adolescents.
An adult in Montezuma County, Colorado, has been infected with plague bacteria, likely on private property.
Scientists find 4 species of coronaviruses, including 2 novel ones, in UK bats, but experts say they pose little risk to people.
ACIP topics include RSV, flu, polio, mpox, meningococcal, and COVID-19 vaccines.