Outbreak Report Oct 31 2012: Infections following hurricane Sandy

This report deals with the concerns of outbreaks of infections from contaminated storm and flood waters in New Jersey and New York following Hurricane Sandy. We discuss the likelihood of severe outbreaks, which infections to be concerned about, and ways to prevent illness from contaminated water after a disaster.

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Outbreak Report Oct 31 2012 - Infections Following Hurricane Sandy

Outbreak Report Oct 29 2012: Fungal Meningitis Update, Salmonella Peanut Butter Contamination

This podcast overviews 2 recent outbreaks being investigated by the CDC

First: Updated cases on the fungal meningitis associated with contaminated steroid injections. Also details new recommendations on followup for exposed people

Second: The latest on the Salmonella infections associated with trader Joe's Brand Peanut Butter. Who's at risk, where the infections are occurring, and the response.

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Outbreak Report October 29 2012: Fungal Meningitis Update, Salmonella Peanut Butter Contamination

Outbreak Report Oct 22 2012 - Fungal Meningitis Outbreak

Outbreak report for Monday October 22, 2012.

Overview of special section to discuss the fungal meningitis outbreak. Overview of the number of cases, presenting symptoms, How to Diagnose, How to Treat, and CDC recommendations. 

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Outbreak Report Oct 22 2012 - Fungal Meningitis.mp3