In April 2017, the World Health Organization reported that over 489 people had died from a meningitis outbreak in Nigeria, with over 4,600 suspected cases in the country. Earlier this year, the International Coordinating Group and WHO have sent 341,000 doses of the meningitis vaccine to the area.
However, since April, the disease is still spreading and the death toll has now risen to over 1,100.
Alexander The Great remains one of the most infamous and talked about figures in history. We know so much about his conquers around the world, but so little about what caused his death. There are many theories out there as to what brought this man to his downfall, but no one knows for sure. The most realistic theories of his death involve disease and viruses.
Both of these diseases were common and rampant throughout Ancient Babylon, which would have made Alexander easily susceptible.
Transferred by mosquitoes, the symptoms of both malaria and typhoid are consistent with Alexander’s symptoms right before his death.
Although malaria has been eradicated in the United States, it still is very much alive in U.S. hospitals and in hospitals around the world.
Although no cases of malaria have originated in America since the 1950s, malaria still exists in the country due to travelers that come back to the states with the disease.
A study done by The American Journal of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene was released earlier in April that indicated that there are still over 1,500 cases of malaria in U.S. hospitals each year. In this study, researchers looked at statistics in hospitals over a fourteen year span, from 2000-2014.
Cholera is considered a disease that tends to fall by the wayside. It seems to only get attention during times of a terrifying outbreak.
Thanks to a cholera epidemic in Haiti, the disease has been getting plenty of attention since 2010.
But, should all travelers be worried about cholera? Should you even prepare for the disease if you aren’t heading to Haiti?
Anyone who’s a real Formula One fan has heard about the Montreal Grand Prix at least once. Broadcast in 150 countries and watched by more than 300 million people every year, it’s a major event not to be missed.
Held for more than 50 years on the Gilles Villeneuve circuit, located on Notre-Dame Island, this event welcomes some of the most famous international racers: Sebastien Vettel, Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen, to name only a few, racing for prestigious teams like Mercedes and Ferrari.
Synonymous with glamour, luxurious sports cars and lavish parties, the Montreal Grand Prix has a lot to offer. Aside from the actual races that take place on the circuit, a lot is happening in downtown Montreal, in the Golden Square Mile and Old-Montreal for the week of the event. Here are a few things that are happening outside of the track:
Almost all bucket lists have something in common: to go on an African safari. Africa holds a great variety of incredible animals and plant life ranging from lions to giraffes to hippos to ostriches.
Safaris are becoming more accessible to travelers. There are more cost-affordable options and more kinds of safaris available.
Safaris can range from a “glamping” and luxury safaris to land cruiser and canoe adventures. Regardless of the style of safari you want to embark on, these are four things that you should know before you go:
Montreal is well known on an international level for its cultural events. From the Ballet to the Opera and everything in between, the city is constantly busy with exhibitions and shows to see, hear and taste.
The city is also very well known for its extraordinary nightlife, and one of the most popular summer festivals in the city that combines both culture and nightlife is the Montreal Jazz Festival.
Now held in the Quartier des Spectacles (which means ”the Shows’ District”), the Festival has moved around the city of Montreal for more than 30 years (this year will be the 38th edition, to be precise). The event is actually the largest Jazz festival in the world according to the Guinness World Records, with more than 2 million visitors every year.
You may have heard about the current mumps outbreak at Penn State University.
Or maybe the 42 mumps cases in Hawaii, already the most in a single year for the state since 2001.
The 94 mumps cases, and counting, across the Dallas area also could have come across your news feed.
Even if you didn’t catch any of these headlines, you likely saw some sign of a mumps comeback. That’s because the disease is having a busy year, with outbreaks popping up across the United States.
Such an enticing country could only have the nickname “The Land of Smiles.”
Given to Thailand for its friendly locals, the country probably didn’t need any more reasons to be a top travel destination.
Thailand is covered in beaches and rolling landscapes in the heart of Asian culture. The country brings in party animals, backpackers, beachgoers and spiritual adventurers alike.
With the hot summer months on their way soon, many people may be looking for a getaway. The lush haven is always one of the top vacation spots and it will likely be no less popular this year.
How easy is it to get access to the MMR vaccine?
For most people around the world, it’s not a problem. A nearby clinic, doctor’s office or hospital can provide the immunization. Just two doses for a baby or child and the vaccine can do its job. No mumps, no rubella, and best of all no measles thanks to that highly effective shot.
But, what happens if you can’t get the vaccine?
