California
Enterovirus D68, which in rare cases can cause polio-like paralysis in children, is on the rise in California and across the nation, analyses show.
Two more cases of the mosquito-borne dengue virus are confirmed in Baldwin Park, according to the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health.
Sept. 18, 2024
The dengue infection is California’s third-ever confirmed case of locally transmitted dengue that is not related to travel.
Sept. 9, 2024
The first reported mosquito-related death in Contra Costa County, as well as reports of West Nile in L.A. County, are a reminder to protect your home from mosquitos.
July 29, 2024
With COVID numbers in California spiking this summer, experts are warning the new FLiRT strains driving the spread could be around for some time.
July 31, 2024
COVID virus levels have jumped significantly in wastewater across the nation, an indication the summer bump is continuing to grow.
July 15, 2024
Climate & Environment
As health officials try to understand how H5N1 got into Bay Area wastewater, they are pointing to live bird markets. But questions remain.
July 4, 2024
Los Angeles County has detected mosquitoes carrying the West Nile virus for the first time this year.
June 1, 2024
After identifying remnants of bird flu virus in grocery store milk, federal officials insist the nation’s milk supply is safe.
April 24, 2024
Television
‘Dead to Me’ star Christina Applegate, who has multiple sclerosis, contracted sapovirus from food contaminated with fecal matter.