Although rare diseases like Ebola are concerning, experts say that most public health preparation for the World Cup has been focused on familiar issues – but ramped up to match the scale of the event.

‘Any time so many people are traveling, there's always the possibility of various outbreaks or whatnot to happen,’ the CDC’s acting director said

Ebola surveillance and collaboration are critical to keep World Cup fans and athletes safe

Although rare diseases like Ebola are concerning, experts say that most public health preparation for the World Cup has been focused on familiar issues – but ramped up to match…

Ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the governments of the United States, Canada and Mexico have announced plans to implement aligned public health travel measures for individuals…

“Infectious disease threats during the World Cup will almost certainly look much more familiar than frightening headlines suggest,” writes Krutika Kuppalli.

World Cup hosts agree steps to counter Ebola threat after WHO declares public health emergency of international concern

An Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has sparked health concerns ahead of the World Cup

The US, Mexico and Canada - the three hosts of next month’s World Cup - say they will align public health measures for people traveling to the tournament from the DR Congo and…

The Ebola measures aim to protect millions of visitors, fans, athletes, and tourists expected to attend the 2026 FIFA World Cup.