New advice on honey bee disease detection

A recent guide offers practical steps for beekeepers to spot and handle colony illnesses.

The American Bee Journal published tips on responding to diseases in honey bee colonies on June 1, 2026. The advice stresses starting inspections at the hive entrance to identify issues like dead bees or dysentery.

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Illustration of the cruise ship Hondius during a hantavirus outbreak investigation, showing key dates for spread monitoring.
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Dates set to determine hantavirus spread from cruise ship

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Experts have identified May 19 and June 21 as key dates to check whether the hantavirus outbreak on the cruise ship Hondius has spread beyond the vessel. Three people have died and several others fallen ill.

An article in the American Bee Journal highlights outdated beekeeping practices and misconceptions about disease spread.

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A beekeeper in the Southeast U.S. has shared observations of small hive beetles in frame hives during spring 2026.

Union health minister JP Nadda chaired a high-level meeting to review India's preparedness against Ebola Virus Disease following recent cases in Congo and Uganda. Officials were directed to maintain strict screening at entry points. No cases have been reported in India so far.

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A new guide outlines steps for preparing mares for breeding season.

Following early warnings of a rising blue tit disease outbreak across Sweden, the State Veterinary Institute (SVA) now highlights a sharp increase in cases among blue tits in Dalarna. Birdwatchers are urged to report sick birds, with two confirmed reports in the county by April 17.

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The World Health Organization has declared the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda a public health emergency of international concern. South African health officials say the risk of spread to the country remains low but stress the need for continued vigilance.

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Yellow-legged hornet likely established in southeastern USA

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Study finds honey bees grow aggressive without pollen

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Beekeeping journal corrects historical date

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Beekeepers debate queen excluder benefits

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Kenyans advised to avoid travel to Ebola-hit nations

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Ebola outbreak declared public health emergency in DRC and Uganda

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California hybrid bees resist deadly Varroa mites

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Risk of greater spread of blue tit disease in Sweden

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National Geographic's Secrets of the Bees launches on Disney+ and Hulu

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Honey bees refine waggle dance based on audience size

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