Study: New bird flu jumped directly from chickens Chinese scientists have for the first time found strong evidence of how humans got infected with a new strain of bird flu: from chickens at a live market. In a small study of four patients who caught the new H7N9 virus, Chinese scientists compared swabs from birds at live markets in eastern China to virus samples from patients. More
WHO data on bird flu raises new questions about human transmission More than 50 percent of patients infected with a new type of bird flu in China had no contact with poultry, the World Health Organization said on Friday, further raising questions about whether the virus was transmitted between humans. More
Hong Kong goes on alert bird flu alert The death toll in China's bird flu crisis stood at 10 on Friday, as Hong Kong authorities announced plans to test all poultry imported from the mainland. More
China's bird flu outbreak not cause for panic: WHO A strain of bird flu that has been found in humans for the first time in eastern China is not a cause for panic, the World Health Organization said on Monday, as the number of people infected rose to 21, with six deaths. More
E. Coli Outbreak Linked To Popular Northern Virginia Lake, State Health Officials Say E. coli infection causes stomach cramps and diarrhea (often watery or bloody), and symptoms can also include vomiting, fever, and chills. In severe cases, the infection can damage organs, such as the ... 06/13/2024 - 2:32 am | View Link
County officials discuss efforts to fix overpopulation issue at Vigo Co. Jail Jail overcrowding has been an issue at the new Vigo County jail since it was built in 2022. The jail currently houses around 330 to 360 inmates. However, they are ... 06/6/2024 - 10:22 am | View Link
Vigo County Prosecutor's Office: Felony case filings are at their highest consistent levels According to the Vigo County Prosecutor, more violent crimes are happening in the county. Court statistics show felony filings have not been below 1800 cases per year since 2017. 06/5/2024 - 8:29 am | View Link
Three hurt in Vigo County crash VIGO COUNTY, Ind. (WTHI) - Police said three people were hurt after a Thursday morning crash in Vigo County. The crash happened around 8:30 at Sullivan Place and Dallas Drive. The Vigo County ... 05/30/2024 - 11:24 am | View Link