Infectious diseases

In a chilling turn of events, Japan is grappling with a sudden surge of a rare and lethal infection that has left the medical community on high alert. Known as Streptococcal Toxic Shock Syndrome (STSS), this “flesh-eating” bacteria has been making headlines due to its ability to cause death within just 48 hours of infection. …

As the new year unfolds, Oregon confronts an alarming public health challenge that echoes the difficulties of a bygone era. The resurgence of dysentery, primarily driven by the Shigella bacteria, has rapidly sickened dozens across the state, particularly affecting the Portland Metro area. This outbreak not only revives historical anxieties but also casts a stark …