Zoonotic Watch

Another iteration of this blog may start later, but, for now, it's on indefinite hiatus while the owner becomes more skilled.

 We're having technical difficulties today and will be rebuilding our system for a bit. In the mean time here are some raw deep links to keep you informed: 1. CDC Measles — same number, new controversy Still 3,134 confirmed as of Sept 3 (Sept 4 update) at https://www.cdc.gov/measles/data-research/ — but CDC now adds note: death definition under review with CSTE. 2 PA infant deaths reported Aug 25 are not included in total while under review. Also new Atlanta daycare cluster now 8 cases, Wisconsin tops 140. 2. HAN Rabies — NEW national alert CDC HAN 00533 issued Sept 10, 2026 — nationwide increase in animal rabies activity + human exposures, +17% inquiries July-Aug vs 2025. Primary: https://www.cdc.gov/media/releases/2026/cdc-statement-on-increases-in-recent-animal-rabies-activity-and-associated-human-exposures.html — cites your NC goats case directly. 3. NC Mobile Petting Zoo — updated to PEP Still 284 evaluated, but state now says >260 PEP recommended (Sept 9-10). County ...