Severe
Ebola
DR CONGO EBOLA OUTBREAK: GOMA CLINIC RECEIVES PROTECTIVE GEAR
Jericho Road Wellness Clinic in Goma receives $2.5M in PPE and supplies to support district Ebola containment efforts.
An Ebola outbreak has been announced in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The Jericho Road Wellness Clinic in Goma will receive $2.5 million in personal protective gear, medication, and supplies from Direct Relief. A significant portion will protect staff and treat patients at a district Ebola containment center.
Democratic Republic of the Congo
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Severe
Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI)
PENNSYLVANIA BIRD FLU OUTBREAK: 7.2 MILLION BIRDS AFFECTED IN 2026
Pennsylvania reports 7.2 million birds affected by bird flu in 2026 alone; state expands testing response.
Pennsylvania officials reported that 7.2 million birds have been affected by highly pathogenic avian influenza since the start of 2026. The state says more than 14.3 million birds have been lost in the Commonwealth since the outbreak began in February 2022. Approximately half of losses since 2022 have occurred since January 2026.
United States
Cases: 7,200,000
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Severe
Measles
ISRAEL MEASLES OUTBREAK: 16TH DEATH AS 6-YEAR-OLD DIES
Israel reports 16 deaths in measles outbreak; outbreak concentrated in ultra-Orthodox communities with low vaccination.
Israel's Health Ministry reported a 6-year-old child died of measles on Sunday, bringing total deaths in the current outbreak to 16. The outbreak has spread through ultra-Orthodox communities and areas with lower immunization rates. Most previous deaths involved previously healthy children with no underlying conditions.
Israel
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Deaths: 16
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Severe
Ebola Bundibugyo Virus Disease
EBOLA BUNDIBUGYO OUTBREAK DRC UGANDA 390 CASES 92 DEATHS
BVD outbreak in DRC and Uganda reports 390 additional suspected cases including 92 deaths; 105 laboratory-confirmed cases.
The Bundibugyo virus disease outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda continues to evolve with increasing case numbers and geographic spread. Since the previous situation report dated 18 May 2026, the DRC reported 390 additional suspected cases including 92 deaths. Laboratory-confirmed cases increased by 72 cases, from 33 to 105 confirmed cases.
Democratic Republic of the Congo, Uganda
Cases: 490
Deaths: 92
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Severe
Ebola Bundibugyo Virus Disease
BUNDIBUGYO VIRUS DISEASE CONFIRMED DRC MONGBWALU HEALTH ZONE
BVD laboratory-confirmed in Mongbwalu Health Zone, Ituri Province, DRC following unknown illness alert.
On 5 May 2026, WHO received alert of unknown illness with high mortality in Mongbwalu Health Zone, Ituri Province, DRC. Rapid response teams deployed and on 15 May 2026, laboratory testing by INRB Kinshasa confirmed Bundibugyo virus disease.
Democratic Republic of the Congo
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Severe
Ebola Bundibugyo Virus Disease
BUNDIBUGYO EBOLA CONFIRMED DRC MAY 15 2026 FOUR HEALTH WORKERS
BVD laboratory-confirmed 15 May 2026 in DRC; four health workers died within four days in Mongbwalu.
On 5 May 2026, WHO received alert of unknown illness with high mortality in Mongbwalu Health Zone, Ituri Province, including four health workers who died within four days. Rapid response teams deployed to Mongbwalu and Rwampara Health Zones. On 15 May 2026, laboratory testing by INRB confirmed Bundibugyo virus disease.
Democratic Republic of the Congo
Cases: —
Deaths: 4
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Severe
Ebola Bundibugyo Virus Disease
DRC CONFIRMS NEW EBOLA BUNDIBUGYO OUTBREAK ITURI PROVINCE MAY
DRC confirms Ebola Bundibugyo outbreak in Ituri Province; WHO scales up support immediately.
The World Health Organization is rapidly scaling up support to the Government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo following confirmation of an Ebola Bundibugyo outbreak in the country's north-eastern Ituri Province. Laboratory analysis conducted by the National Institute of Biomedical Research (INRB) confirmed the outbreak.
Democratic Republic of the Congo
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Severe
Ebola Bundibugyo Virus Disease
EBOLA OUTBREAK DRC UGANDA OVER 900 SUSPECTED CASES SITUATION
Bundibugyo strain Ebola impacts DRC and Uganda with over 900 suspected cases; Project HOPE deploys response team.
Project HOPE's Emergency Response Team, including epidemiologist and emergency physician with extensive Ebola experience, deployed to Uganda to respond to worsening Ebola outbreak. The Bundibugyo strain has impacted both DRC and Uganda with over 900 suspected cases.
Democratic Republic of the Congo, Uganda
Cases: 900
Deaths: —
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Severe
Ebola Virus Disease
UNICEF EBOLA FLASH UPDATE DRC UGANDA PUBLIC HEALTH EMERGENCY
WHO declares Ebola outbreak DRC and Uganda Public Health Emergency of International Concern; Africa CDC declares continental emergency.
On 17 May 2026, WHO declared the Ebola outbreak in DRC and Uganda a Public Health Emergency of International Concern. Africa CDC declared a Public Health Emergency of Continental Security on 18 May 2026. As of 24 May 2026, DRC and Uganda reported cases meeting emergency thresholds.
Democratic Republic of the Congo, Uganda
Cases: 90
Deaths: —
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Severe
Cholera, Measles
SOUTH SUDAN DISPLACEMENT OUTBREAK CHOLERA MEASLES HUMANITARIAN CRISIS
Conflict-driven displacement intensifies in South Sudan; concurrent cholera and measles outbreaks reported.
Conflict-driven displacement has intensified humanitarian needs, with 276,500 people displaced across Jonglei, Lakes, Upper Nile, and Central Equatoria since December 2025. Concurrent outbreaks including cholera resurgence alongside measles create compounding health threats.
South Sudan
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Elevated
Ebola (Bundibugyo Virus)
SOUTH SUDAN AT HIGH RISK FROM DRC EBOLA OUTBREAK IMPORTATION
South Sudan faces high risk of Ebola importation following Bundibugyo outbreak in DRC and Uganda.
South Sudan remains at high risk of Ebola Virus Disease importation following the evolving Bundibugyo Virus Disease outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda. Preparedness and readiness activities continue under the leadership of the Ministry of Health as of May 25, 2026.
South Sudan
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Elevated
Foot and Mouth Disease
SOUTH AFRICA ACCELERATES FOOT AND MOUTH DISEASE VACCINATION CAMPAIGN
South Africa receives 3.5 million FMD vaccine doses; minister calls on provinces to accelerate vaccination programs.
Minister of Agriculture John Steenhuisen announced the arrival of the first batch of a 3.5 million dose consignment of Foot and Mouth Disease vaccines from Biogénesis Bagó. He called on all provincial departments to prioritize vaccination efforts over the coming weeks.
South Africa
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Elevated
Environmental contamination (airborne/water/food hazard)
WHO WARNS OF HEALTH RISKS FROM IRAN AIRSTRIKES ON OIL FACILITIES
WHO warns of air, food, and water contamination risks following strikes on petroleum facilities near Tehran.
The WHO head warned that damage to petroleum facilities in Iran could contaminate air, food, and water supplies. Residents in Tehran reported black rain following strikes on fuel sites around the capital on March 8. The strikes hit multiple oil storage facilities and a petroleum transfer centre.
Iran
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Elevated
Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI)
ISRAEL H5N1 IN TURKEY FLOCK, SECOND OUTBREAK THIS SEASON
H5N1 detected in 8,000-turkey commercial flock in northern Israel; 10-km quarantine zone established.
Israel's Agriculture and Food Security Ministry reported H5N1 avian influenza in fattening turkeys at a commercial coop in Moshav Nahalal in the Jezreel Valley. Authorities established a 10-kilometre quarantine zone around the site. This is the season's second outbreak; the first was reported in early January at a duck facility.
Israel
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Elevated
Tuberculosis
MALAYSIA TUBERCULOSIS OUTBREAK REACHES 3,161 CASES BY MID-FEBRUARY
Malaysia TB outbreak reaches 3,161 cases by mid-February 2026; health ministry urges masks and medical attention.
Malaysia's Health Ministry reported 596 new TB cases in Epidemiological Week 6 (Feb. 8–14), bringing cumulative total to 3,161 cases as of February 14, 2026. The ministry urged the public to wear masks in crowded enclosed places, improve indoor ventilation, and seek medical attention for coughs lasting more than two weeks.
Malaysia
Cases: 3,161
Deaths: —
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Elevated
Mpox
SIERRA LEONE MPOX OUTBREAK 2025 RESPONSE ANNUAL REPORT RELEASED
WHO Sierra Leone annual report highlights successful response to Mpox outbreak declared January 2025.
WHO Country Office in Sierra Leone released 2025 annual report detailing successful response to Mpox outbreak declared in January 2025. Report also highlights progress in routine immunization, cervical cancer services, and HPV vaccine uptake, alongside WHO technical support to Ministry of Health on major policy and strategy development.
Sierra Leone
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Elevated
Avian Influenza H5N1
INDIA H5N1 FIVE KOZHIKODE LOCAL BODIES CULLING OPERATIONS FOLLOW
H5N1 confirmed in five local bodies in Kozhikode district; culling operations initiated.
H5N1 reported in five local bodies in Kozhikode district: Panangad, Olavanna, Kakkodi, Perumanna panchayats, and Nallalam under Kozhikode Corporation. Laboratory examination confirmed H5N1 strain of avian influenza. Rapid response teams deployed for control measures.
India
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Elevated
Avian Influenza H5N1
INDIA KERALA CULLS 5961 BIRDS ALAPPUZHA AVIAN INFLUENZA H5N1
Kerala authorities cull 5,961 domestic birds in Muhamma after H5N1 confirmation in 1-km containment radius.
H5N1 confirmed in Ward 7 of Muhamma grama panchayat in Alappuzha district. Animal Husbandry Department deployed rapid response teams for culling operations of 5,961 domestic birds within 1-kilometre radius of outbreak epicenter.
India
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Elevated
Meningococcal Disease
UK MENINGITIS OUTBREAK KENT 27 CASES 2 DEATHS CONFIRMED MENB
UK investigates invasive meningococcal outbreak in Kent with 27 cases linked and 2 deaths reported.
UK Health Security Agency investigating invasive meningococcal disease outbreak in Kent. As of 18 March 2026, outbreak linked to 27 cases: 15 confirmed and 12 probable. Two deaths identified: an 18-year-old schoolgirl and 21-year-old University of Kent student. Nine of 15 confirmed cases identified as meningococcal group B (MenB).
United Kingdom
Cases: 27
Deaths: 2
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Monitoring
Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI)
THIRTY DEAD SWANS IN LONDON DOCKLANDS TRIGGER BIRD FLU INVESTIGATION
Over 30 dead swans collected from London waterways near Canary Wharf; bird flu suspected and tests underway.
At least 30 swans have been found dead in and around West India and Millwall dock waterways near Canary Wharf in London's Docklands. A specialist contractor has collected the carcasses and officials are conducting tests to investigate suspected bird flu. Public urged not to touch carcasses.
United Kingdom
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Monitoring
Ebola Virus Disease
SOUTH SUDAN EBOLA PREPAREDNESS OPERATIONAL UPDATE MAY 2026
South Sudan Health Cluster provides operational update on Ebola preparedness as of 25 May 2026.
South Sudan Health Cluster operational update on Ebola virus disease preparedness measures as of 25 May 2026. Update details readiness activities and preparedness status across the country.
South Sudan
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Deaths: —
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