A recall of infant formulas due to potential contamination by cereulide, is affecting more than 60 countries worldwide. Symptoms of cereulide intoxication are generally mild, but infants under six months are more vulnerable to dehydration and electrolyte disturbances than older children. 

As of February 2026, multiple countries have begun reporting gastro-intestinal illness clusters associated with formula exposure. For Europe: see ECDC report.

France: Third infant death reported after formula consumption.

In 2025, Timor-Leste reported 20 human rabies deaths (compared to 2 in 2024), indicating sustained and expanding transmission (8 municipalities) driven by gaps in dog vaccination, limited access to post-exposure treatment and healthcare.

Ross River virus transmission remains elevated across Australia into 2025–2026, with substantial case burdens reported in multiple jurisdictions and notable increases in South Australia.

The identification of laboratory‑confirmed cases in travelers returning to Germany further highlights the international relevance of Ross River virus and the need for strengthened surveillance, clinician awareness, and integrated vector control strategies.

The US CDC has updated the areas at risk for chikungunya on 11 February 2026 (red = new compared to last update 05 February 2026):

The Dominican Republic reported a 17% reduction in malaria cases in 2025, with 877 confirmed cases compared to 1’075 in 2024, according to the National Epidemiological Surveillance System (Sinave). Most cases (95%) were reported in the provinces of Azua (428 cases), and San Juan (392 cases), and Elías Piña (27 cases).

Mongolia is experiencing a significant measles outbreak, with 14’123 confirmed cases as of 09 Feb 2026, primarily affecting school-age children. The outbreak is affecting both urban areas, including Ulaanbaatar, and other regions of Mongolia.

Singapore reported 11 measles cases in January 2026, all involved individuals who were not fully vaccinated. Seven of the cases had recently traveled overseas, and one case involved a tourist visiting Singapore.