Diseases

In late November 2023, a case of Bornavirus was reported in the Bavarian region of southeast Germany. The report is of particular concern to German and indeed European health officials as the virus is extremely dangerous for humans and boasts a considerably high mortality rate for those who become infected. You can read more about…

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Crimean-Congo Hemorrhagic Fever (CCHF) is a severe viral illness characterized by sudden onset fever, intense weakness, muscle aches, headache, dizziness, and severe bleeding. This zoonotic disease, transmitted to humans by ticks or through contact with infected animal blood or tissues, poses a significant threat to public health in various regions of the world. In late…

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Understanding tularaemia’s origins, symptoms, treatment, and its presence in Europe. Tularaemia, also known as rabbit fever or deer fly fever, is a rare but potentially serious bacterial disease caused by the bacterium Francisella tularensis. This zoonotic disease can affect various mammals and birds, including rodents, hares, and rabbits. The Swedish public health authority Folkhalsomyndigheten has…

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It’s been a rather tumultuous summer in Ireland, weather-wise. July was the wettest in the country since records began. And August has seen its fair share of stormy conditions. Extreme weather events, especially powerful storms, can have a profound impact on our environment and daily lives. Beyond the immediate destruction they can cause, these severe…

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Malaria is a disease that has been ever-present in human society for millennia, with evidence of its effects dating back to Ancient Egyptian times. It has had devastating effects globally, particularly in underdeveloped countries where the parasites carrying the disease are common. Find out more about the history of malaria, its origins and current global…

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