Communicable disease threats report, 26 September – 2 October, week 40

Source briefing · A concise briefing based on one linked source. It is intentionally shorter than a full FreedomWitness Evidence Engine analysis.

What the source reports

This issue of the Communicable disease threats report (CDTR) covers the period 26 September – 2 October 2026, and includes updates on Crimean Congo haemorrhagic fever, Chikungunya virus disease, cholera, COVID-19, dengue, Ebola, avian influenza, seasonal influenza, Middle Eastern Respiratory Syndrome (MERS), respiratory syncytial infection, Vibriosis and West Nile virus infection.

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Source & verification

Primary source: Scientific and technical publications · October 2, 2026

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