VDH OEP Weekly Situation Update

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Last Updated: October 18, 2024

Key Takeaways

  • California has reported more human cases of HPAI A(H5N1) bringing the state total to eleven. The state is also the epicenter of an outbreak among dairy cattle.
  • A seroprevalence study found significant underreporting of mpox.
  • The CDC detected another cluster of Tecovirimat-resistant mpox.
  • The Marburg virus outbreak in Rwanda may be slowing.
  • The U.S. elections will take place on Nov 5, prompting concerns of civil unrest or targeted attacks.

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The VDH OEP Weekly Situation Update is produced by the VDH Office of Emergency Preparedness. This update covers ongoing or potential public health and emergency preparedness issues, including COVID-19. This product is intended to enhance situational awareness among the public health, healthcare, and emergency management communities. Some items covered may pose little or no threat to the public at large. These items are included for situational awareness only and do not represent an endorsement of the source or information therein.