Peru issues epidemiological alert due to leptospirosis outbreak with more than 1,000 cases
Peru has declared an epidemiological alert in response to a leptospirosis outbreak linked to heavy rainfall, with over 1,000 cases reported and five fatalities.
Leptospirosis after floods: see symptoms, risks and how to protect yourself; Ubá confirms death from the disease
A woman in Ubá, Brazil, has died from leptospirosis linked to recent floods, with 41 suspected cases reported in the area.
Ubá confirms first death from leptospirosis after floods; notifications exceed 30
The first death from leptospirosis in Ubá, Brazil, has been confirmed following recent floods, raising the number of suspected cases to 37.
Ubá investigates one death and 17 suspected cases of leptospirosis after floods
The city of Ubá is investigating one death and 17 potential cases of leptospirosis, following destructive flooding in the area.
Leptospirosis: Three cases confirmed in Santarém in 2026
Three cases of leptospirosis have been confirmed in Santarém, Brazil, with health officials urging the public to take precautions during the rainy season.
Intense rains in Pará increase the risk of leptospirosis; learn how to prevent it
Intense rainfall in Pará increases the risk of leptospirosis, urging the population to take preventive measures against the disease.
Silvina Scheffler: her tough health ordeal, the big dream she hopes to fulfill, and how her relationship with Nito Artaza has changed
Silvina Scheffler, a former reality TV contestant, discusses her recovery from a severe health issue and her future aspirations in an interview with La Nacion.
Hepatitis A and leptospirosis: Campinas region has 577 cases in five years, and the city hall warns of risk during the rainy season
The Campinas region has reported 577 cases of Hepatitis A and leptospirosis over five years, prompting health officials to issue warnings during the rainy season due to health risks from contaminated floodwaters.
Rainy season raises alert for dengue, meningitis, and leptospirosis in Belém; see how to prevent
The rainy season in Belém increases the risk of diseases like dengue, meningitis, and leptospirosis, prompting health authorities to reinforce preventive measures.
Former Big Brother Silvina Scheffler, after being close to death: "It was a traumatic experience"
Silvina Scheffler, known from Big Brother 2007, shared her traumatic experience of nearly dying from leptospirosis after being urgently hospitalized in late December.
'More outbreaks' of deadly zoonotic disease in southern Australia
Researchers in Australia warn that the zoonotic disease leptospirosis is spreading further south due to climate change-related weather events.
Standing water and garbage increase disease risk after rains in Amapá; see how to protect yourself
Recent heavy rains in Amapá have heightened the risk of disease outbreaks, prompting health officials to advise preventive measures and mobilize resources.
Dogs displaying 'critical' symptoms need 'early veterinary attention'
Dog owners are urged to seek immediate veterinary assistance for pets showing severe symptoms of leptospirosis, a serious bacterial infection that can also affect humans, especially during increased rainfall.
Homeless encampment at center of health alert over rat-borne disease
Health officials in Berkeley, California have issued a warning regarding leptospirosis, a bacterial infection confirmed in rats and dogs at a local homeless encampment.
Rodents spread diseases in Gaza and Israel prevents their control
In Gaza, the spread of rodents among displaced people has raised concerns about diseases, particularly leptospirosis, despite tests showing no confirmed cases.
After examining samples.. Gaza Health denies recording cases of "Leptospirosis"
The Gaza Ministry of Health denied any confirmed cases of leptospirosis after testing samples, confirming that all results were negative.