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DOD Tracking MERs Virus – Department of Defense is tracking the disease in the Arabian Peninsula and other areas such as Iran, Syria, Iraq, Israel, the Gaza Strip and the West Bank. The DOD notes the danger of spreading between patients and healthcare workers. Read more.
According to The National and other sources, Saudi Arabia is improving their infection –control measures by testing camels and other livestock. Blood samples may reveal when the infection first appeared in the animal’s life. Read more.
Ebola virus has been called ‘out of control’ in West Africa. According to USA Today there have been 600 infections and 340 Ebola-related deaths in guinea. Read more.
Annual penalties for about 750 hospitals with the highest rates of infections and patient injuries totaling $330 million over a year. Read more.
World Cup Travelers might transmit ‘chik-v’ to the U.S. Airport officials are preparing to screen more thoroughly as travelers enter the U.S. Read more.