Transcript - Update on Ebola Outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda and CDC's World Cup 2026⢠activation
Good afternoon and thank you all for standing by; for the duration of today's call all listeners are in a listen-only mode until the question and answer session; at that time credentialed members of
CDC Outbreak Update: Infant Botulism Linked to Powdered Infant Formula
Key points: What you should do: What clinicians should do: About infant botulism: If you have questions about cases in a particular state, please call that state's health department. If you are
CDC Activates Emergency Operations Center for New World Screwworm Response
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention officially activated a Level 3 emergency response toNew World screwwormon June 11. Level 3 is the lowest level in CDC's 3-level response
Update on Ebola Outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda, 6/5/2026
Benjamin Haynes, CDC Moderator Thank you for joining us. Dr. Satish Pillai, who is leading CDC's Ebola response, will talk through the two MMWRs we just released about DRC and our risk assessment
CDC warns of Listeria outbreak linked to requesón/soft ricotta cheese
If you are a member of the media, please fill out this Request for Commentform to submit your media inquiry to CDC. Whether diseases start at home or abroad, are curable or preventable, chronic or
CDC Highlights Adverse Outcomes Linked to Travel-Related Cosmetic Procedures
A study published today in CDC's Emerging Infectious Diseases journal highlights a growing concern for adverse outcomes from travel-associated cosmetic procedures. The findings underscore the need
Alert Update: Growing number of Salmonella illnesses and outbreaks linked to moringa leaf products
Growing number ofSalmonellaillnesses and outbreaks linked to moringa leaf products; consumers should check homes for recalled products A new CDC food safety alert has been posted, and another from
New Alert: Growing number ofSalmonellaillnesses and outbreaks linked to moringa leaf products
Growing number ofSalmonellaillnesses and outbreaks linked to moringa leaf products; consumers should check homes for recalled products A new CDC food safety alert has been posted, and another from
Enhanced Ebola Airport Screening Expands to Atlanta
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention expanded enhanced public health entry screening for Ebola to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport effective May 22, 2026, at 11:59 PM
Enhanced Ebola Airport Screening Expands to Atlanta
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention expanded enhanced public health entry screening for Ebola to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport effective May 22, 2026, at 11:59 PM
NIH researchers identify avenue for enhanced GLP-1-induced weight loss
Modulating intracellular signaling may extend drug effects. A team of researchers at the National Institutes of Health have unveiled new details about the events GLP-1 receptor agonists trigger
Researchers identify first suite of human antibodies against measles virus
NIH-funded study lays foundation for antibody-based measles treatment. A scientific team funded by the National Institutes of Health has isolated and mapped in detail the first comprehensive group
Adding weekly GLP-1 to cognitive behavioral therapy further reduces heavy drinking
Clinical trial suggests semaglutide may help patients with alcohol use disorder and obesity. A team of National Institutes of Health scientists and international colleagues have reported the first
Symptom-based approach treats opioid withdrawal in newborns with minimal drug exposure
NIH-funded clinical trial shows that the new approach could also decrease time in the hospital. A National Institutes of Health-funded clinical study shows that a symptom-based treatment for babies
United States Completes WHO Withdrawal
During the yearlong process, the U.S. stopped funding WHO, withdrew all personnel from WHO, and began pivoting activities previously conducted with WHO to direct bilateral engagements with other
New recall inSalmonellaoutbreak linked to dietary supplements containing moringa leaf powder
Key Points: What You Should Do: What Businesses Should Do: AboutSalmonella: If you have questions about cases in a particular state, please call that state's health department. If you are a
Clinical trial finds no difference in fluid treatment options for pediatric sepsis
NIH-supported study is largest ever to compare fluid interventions to prevent major kidney damage in children treated for septic shock. Alarge clinical trialsupported by the National Institutes of
CDC Surpasses 1 Million Voluntary Air Travel Participants in Biosurveillance Program
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention today announced that its Traveler-Based Genomic Surveillance program has surpassed one million voluntary participants, marking a significant milestone
CDC's National Firefighter Registry for Cancer is Now the Largest in the Nation
More than 40,000 firefighters nationwide have now joined the National Firefighter Registry for Cancer, an effort by CDC's National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health to study and reduce
Extensively drug-resistantÂSalmonellaoutbreak linked to moringa powder capsules
Key Points: What You Should Do: What Businesses Should Do: About Salmonella: If you have questions about cases in a particular state, please call that state's health department. If you are a
Statement on the Resignation of the CDC Principal Deputy Director
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced today that Dr. Ralph Abraham has stepped down as Principal Deputy Director, effective immediately. Dr. Abraham led with clarity and
Secretary Kennedy Appoints Two Physicians to CDCâs Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention today announced the appointment of two new members to the CDC Advisory Committee on Immunization
CDC Reinforces National Measles Response Through State Collaboration
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention today reaffirmed its commitment to protecting communities across the United States as it works closely with the South Carolina Department of Public
CDC's NIOSH Continues Annual Free Health Screenings for Coal Miners, Announces 2026 Dates
The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health will kick off the agency's annual mobile health screenings for coal miners this month. The federal program, in its 21styear, provides free,
CDC announcesSalmonellaÂoutbreak in 13 states linked to backyard poultry. Take steps to protect your flocks and families.
Key Points: What You Should Do: What Businesses Should Do: AboutSalmonella: If you have questions about cases in a particular state, please call that state's health department. If you are a
CDC Data Show Weekly ER Visits for Tick Bites Higher than Usual
Visits toemergency rooms for tick bitesare higher than normal in many parts of the country right now, according toCDC's Tick Bite Tracker.In all regions except theSouth Central United States, weekly
Dr. Jonathan M. Green selected as CEO of the NIH Clinical Center
The NIH Clinical Center is the largest research hospital in the world. Jonathan M. Green, M.D., MBA, has been selected as the chief executive officer of the National Institutes of Health’s Clinical
NIH-funded AI model predicts cancer survival from single-cell tumor data
Study links specific cell populations to patient risk in melanoma and liver cancer. In a National Institutes of Health-funded study, researchers developed a cancer assessment tool that
CDC Disease Detectives Present at Annual CDC EIS Conference
The disease detectives of CDC'sEpidemic Intelligence Service are gathering this week for the2026 Annual EIS Conference, the nation's flagship applied epidemiology conference. Over the course of four
NIH-funded breakthrough shrinks CRISPR for precision delivery in the body
Smaller gene-editing system could expand treatment options for cancer, ALS and other diseases. A National Institutes of Health-funded research team has discovered an enhancedCRISPRgene-editing
Low-cost care model reduces blood pressure in high-risk populations
NIH-supported clinical trial shows coordinated care strategy more effective than standard care A clinical trial funded by the National Institutes of Health found that a scalable, team-based
NIH-supported trial reduces HIV incidence by 70% in rural populations
Study used technology to extend reach of existing infrastructure, linking people to care. A study funded by the National Institutes of Health reduced new HIV cases by 70% in rural Kenya and Uganda
Study measuring changes in protein structure establishes new class of Alzheimer’s biomarkers
NIH-funded insights into Alzheimer’s biology could help with early diagnosis, future clinical trials. In a study supported by the National Institutes of Health, researchers have identified a new
Automated CT scan analysis could fast-track clinical assessments
NIH-funded research suggests AI-powered tool could streamline diagnoses and unveil early markers for chronic disease. A research team funded by the National Institutes of Health has developed
Researchers develop AI tool to predict patients at risk of intimate partner violence
NIH-funded, automated clinical decision support could facilitate timely interventions for at-risk patients years before they might otherwise seek help. A team of researchers funded by the National
Clinical trial results support use of weekly extended-release buprenorphine for treatment of opioid use disorder during pregnancy
NIH-supported study shows this treatment resulted in higher rates of illicit opioid abstinence than current standard of care. In a clinical trial supported by the National Institutes of Health, a
NIH invests $150 million in human-based research to reduce use of animal models
New program will develop, validate and standardize research tools to develop more sophisticated and relevant models of disease. The National Institutes of Health today announced more than $150
Chronic inflammation leaves long-lasting impression on gut stem cells, increasing colorectal cancer risk
NIH-funded animal study finds heritable memories of damage persisted in cells months after inflammation ceased. In a new study, funded in part by the National Institutes of Health, researchers have
Dr. Elisabeth Armstrong named NIH Chief of Staff
The National Institutes of Health announced that Elisabeth Armstrong, DBe, has been named chief of staff in the NIH Office of the Director. As chief of staff, Dr. Armstrong will oversee the Office
NIH awards top scientific teams for innovations linking nutrition and autoimmune disease
Competition sought bold ideas to better understand how dietary interventions could influence disease onset and symptom management. The National Institutes of Health today has chosen 15 scientific
NIH researchers discover pain-relieving drug with minimal addictive properties
Positive safety profile of novel drug compound is surprise for class of synthetic opioids shelved years ago. Researchers at the National Institutes of Health have identified a novel, highly potent