Real-time global public health surveillance of emerging infectious disease threats. Founded by @johnbrownstein and @clarkfreifeld @BostonChildrens @epidemico

Boston, MA
Joined February 2009
This is a bacterial infection in the throat and tonsils that is most common in children 5 through 15 years old. Common symptoms include swelling, redness, and white patches. What is this bacterial infection called? #MysteryMonday
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Did you know that spending time in a poorly maintained hot tub can lead to "hot tub rash," an itchy skin infection caused by the germ Pseudomonas aeruginosa? #FactFriday
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This bacterial infection is transmitted through contaminated water or food and can cause severe diarrhea and dehydration. It is most prevalent in areas with poor sanitation and limited access to clean drinking water. What is this disease called? #MysteryMonday
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Did you know that Chikungunya has similar symptoms as dengue and Zika, which often leads to misdiagnosis? #FactFriday
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This tick-borne virus is most commonly found in the Northeast and Great Lakes regions of the United States from late spring through mid-fall. What is the virus called? #MysteryMonday
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Did you know that a chest cold, also called Acute Bronchitis, happens when the airways in your lungs swell and produce mucus? That's actually what makes you cough! #FactFriday
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This respiratory illness is caused by a type of bacteria that attaches to cilia lining the upper respiratory tract. The bacteria release toxins, damaging the cilia and causing the airways to swell. What is this respiratory illness called? #MysteryMonday
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Did you know that most people in the US who contract typhoid fever are infected while traveling internationally? It is estimated that there are 9.2 million cases of typhoid fever worldwide every year #FactFriday
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This virus is primarily spread to people through infected biting midges. What is the disease called? #MysteryMonday
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Did you know that hypothermia can occur even at temperatures above 40°F if a person becomes chilled from rain, sweat, or submersion in cold water? #FactFriday
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This bacterial infection is transmitted through contaminated water or food and can cause severe diarrhea and dehydration. It is most prevalent in areas with poor sanitation and limited access to clean drinking water. What is this disease called? #MysteryMonday
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Did you know that Western Equine Encephalitis (WEE) is a rare but potentially severe mosquito-borne virus that can cause brain inflammation in humans and horses? #FactFriday
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This parasitic infection is often contracted by ingesting undercooked, contaminated meat or through exposure to infected cat feces. It usually causes mild symptoms, but can be serious for pregnant people and those with weakened immune systems. What is this disease? #MysteryMonday
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