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

Helen and Lee said they feared "another outbreak like Kent could happen again" if the MenB vaccine was not made available to 15-24-year-olds on the NHS.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 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

It said its rolling daily communications on the Kent outbreak were also "very clear from the outset".

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

In some cases, the medical system may intensify the outbreak, like a lens that focuses sunlight on a heap of tinder.

From "The Hot Zone" by Richard Preston