US Health Officials Plan Wastewater Monitoring for Disease During World Cup

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Published: 2026-06-08
Category: health
Source: Reuters Health
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U.S. health experts are preparing to implement a comprehensive disease surveillance program during the upcoming World Cup, which is expected to attract millions of international visitors. The initiative involves monitoring wastewater and online discussions to detect potential outbreaks of infectious diseases like measles or Ebola in real-time. This proactive approach aims to provide early warnings to clinicians and inform public health advisories.

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