Pathogen Pulse

February 16, 2026

This Pathogen Pulse examines infection prevention worldwide. Minnesota is investigating a TMVII fungal outbreak with 13 confirmed and 27 suspected sexually transmitted cases in the Twin Cities. CDC researchers report 10,530 travel-associated dengue cases from 128 countries between 2010 and 2024, which can help detect global outbreaks earlier. Further, China, the first human Streptococcus parasuis case in Henan was confirmed, with no livestock exposure, raising environmental transmission concerns.

October 28, 2025

If you’ve ever been asked to track flu shots and handle a chemical splash in the same breath, you’ve met the IP–OH blur. Infection prevention and occupational health often intersect—but their missions differ. Knowing where each begins ensures safer patients, safer staff, and smoother responses.

February 24, 2025

Despite claims of health benefits, raw milk poses serious infection risks. Pathogens like E coli and Listeria can cause severe illness, especially in vulnerable populations.

December 04, 2024

A critical H5N1 case in a British Columbia teen underscores zoonotic disease challenges, highlighting the virus's mutation potential and the need for vigilance and cross-sector collaboration.

October 24, 2024

This Pathogen Pulse highlights: Whooping cough, oropouche fever, and avian influenza. Read on to get caught up on the latest.

September 11, 2024

This week's Pathogen Pulse highlights: Eastern Equine Encephalitis Virus (EEEV), Boar's Head products recall due to listeria contamination, and mpox cases on the rise in Africa.

August 21, 2024

Welcome to Pathogen Pulse with Isis Lamphier, MPH, CIC. This edition is about the mpox, formerly known as monkey pox, global health emergency.