CDC Current Outbreak List
Infectious disease outbreaks currently being reported on by CDC. Listings include those outbreaks for which content is currently published on the CDC website.
U.S.-Based Outbreaks
Recent investigations reported on CDC.gov
- Pet Bearded Dragons – Salmonella Outbreaks Announced June 2024
- Cucumbers – Salmonella Outbreak Announced June 2024
- Backyard Poultry – Salmonella Outbreaks Announced May 2024
- Organic Walnuts – E coli Outbreak Announced April 2024
- Fresh Basil – Salmonella Outbreak Announced April 2024
- Measles Outbreaks 2024 Announced January 2024
- Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) Announced January 2020
Travel Notices Affecting International Travelers
Please see the Travelers’ Health site for a complete list.
Understanding Outbreaks
In the last two years, CDC has sent scientists and doctors out more than 750 times to respond to health threats. Learn more below.
International Outbreaks
- Ebola Outbreak History Announced September 2022
- Mpox Outbreaks Announced May 2022
- Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) Announced January 2020
Further Sources for Content about Specific Outbreaks
- Multistate Foodborne Outbreaks – Foodborne outbreaks listed by year
- Hepatitis A Outbreaks – Hepatitis A outbreak investigations since 2013 where CDC supported or led the investigation.
- US Outbreaks Linked to Contact with Animals or Animal Products
- Health Alert Network – Health alerts, health advisories, updates, and info service messages. Designed for public health and medical communities.
- Recent Outbreaks and Incidents – Events involving the CDC Emergency Operations Center
- Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report – Outbreak investigation reports included among other content. Note that outbreak material includes state health department investigations. Designed for public health and medical communities.