Global Alerts

Ebola disease caused by Bundibugyo virus, Democratic Republic of the Congo & Uganda

The Bundibugyo virus disease (BVD) outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo continues to evolve rapidly, with sustained transmission and increasing numbers of reported cases. As of 17 June, a cumulative of 896 confirmed cases, including 232 deaths, have been reported from the Democratic Republic of the Congo. A

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Hantavirus outbreak linked to cruise ship travel, Multi-locations

This is the fourth Disease Outbreak News report on the Andes hantavirus outbreak linked to cruise ship travel, following the notification to the World Health Organization (WHO) on 2 May 2026 of severe respiratory illness cases aboard M/V Hondius, a cruise ship. Since the last DON was published on 13 May, three addition

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Measles - Bangladesh

On 4 April 2026, the National International Health Regulations (IHR) Focal Point for Bangladesh notified WHO of a nationwide increase in measles cases, geographically affecting 58 out of 64 districts across all eight divisions in Bangladesh. A total of 19 161 suspected measles cases and 2897 laboratory-confirmed measle

Avian Influenza A(H9N2) - Italy

On 21 March 2026, the National International Health Regulations (IHR) Focal Point for Italy notified the World Health Organization (WHO) of the identification of a human case of avian influenza A(H9) in an adult male returning from Senegal. Next generation sequencing confirmed Influenza A(H9N2). According to epidemiolo

Lesotho - Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution

There was no change to the advisory level. The “Health” risk indicator was added. Advisory summary was updated. Exercise Increased Caution in Lesotho due to crime and health. Advisory summary Crime Crime is common in Lesotho. Armed robberies and carjacki

Botswana - Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution

There were no changes to the advisory level or risk indicators. Advisory summary was updated. Exercise increased caution in Botswana due to crime. Advisory Summary Crime Petty crime and crimes of opportunity, primarily the theft of money and personal property, are common in Botsw

Pakistan - Level 3: Reconsider Travel

Reconsider travelto Pakistan due to armed conflict, terrorism, crime, and kidnapping. Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory. Terrorism There is risk of terrorist violence, including terrorist attacks and other activity in Pakistan. Visit the U.S. Depar