Leprosy in Florida, USA
Three people have been recently diagnosed with Leprosy in Volusia County, Florida. Two of the three have recently been in contact with armadillos who are carriers of the disease, which is easily treatable but can induce skin lesions and nerve damage if left untreated.
The incubation period can last as long as ten years. Ulcers, muscle weakness and eye problems are early signs of the disease.
Measles outbreak spreads to Sweden
Sweden has recorded its first case of measles linked to the recent massive outbreak across Europe with healthcare services responding with calls for extra vigilance. However, the risk of a major outbreak in Sweden is very small.
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