outbreak

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The disease was first documented in a major outbreak between 1955 to 1956, but it took decades before it became a major focus of scientific research.

From Science Daily • Apr. 6, 2026

The exact cause of the outbreak is still unclear, and an initial investigation has ruled out a possible leak from an animal research facility located near the first boar to be found infected.

From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026

“Prices have climbed since the outbreak of the war, but at a much slower pace than overall crude oil.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

Dogs at the Chesterfield Square animal shelter have been kept inside their kennels for three weeks due to a giardia outbreak.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

Owing to an outbreak of diphtheria at Bep’s, she won’t be allowed to come in contact with us for six weeks.

From "The Diary of a Young Girl" by Anne Frank