MGH Infectious Diseases Clinical Research Unit

08/05/2024

August 1-7 is World Breastfeeding Week. Raising Awareness and support for Breastfeeding Mothers: The first 6 months of an infant's life are critical for nutrition and growth. Breastfeeding enhances the baby's immune system, offering protection against infections. Read more about the WHO's efforts, and learn more about the benefits of breastfeeding here:

Breastfeeding

07/18/2024

The CDC typically coordinates between 17 and 36 investigations of foodborne illnesses involving multiple states each week. On this table is a list of active investigations, and links to any current CDC outbreak notices.

View foodborne outbreaks CDC is investigating each week.

07/16/2024

The FLiRT and LB.1 variant of Covid-19 are raising concerns about a potential wave of infections this summer. Based on spikes in emergency room visits and detections of the virus in the wastewater, the CDC reports a significant uptick in several states. The newly mutated virus may continue to evolve before the winter. Learn more about these strains here:

A Yale Medicine expert discusses the FLiRT and LB.1 strains, COVID subvariants that emerged in the first half of 2024.

07/08/2024

It's officially summertime! 😎 ☀️ As it gets hotter outside, it's important to take precautions for a safe and happy summer season. Read the CDC guidance for dealing with extreme heat here: https://buff.ly/4bfnNUs

07/04/2024

Happy Fourth of July! Here are some safety tips from the CDC for enjoying the holiday.

CDC - Blogs - Public Health Matters Blog – Prepare to be patriotic! - Sharing our stories on preparing for and responding to public health events

07/01/2024

Want to enjoy the outdoors this summer? Be sure to bring supplies to make outdoor water safe -- some bacteria and viruses can pass through water filters alone! Boil and treat with chemicals to fully remove any dangerous pathogens (CDC:

Drinking contaminated water can make you sick with diarrhea, vomiting, and stomach pain. Learn how to make water safe when hiking, camping, or traveling abroad.