World Cup creates perfect conditions for infectious diseases to spread—here are the biggest threats

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World Cup creates perfect conditions for infectious diseases to spread—here are the biggest threats

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The 2026 FIFA World Cup, spanning 16 cities across the US, Canada, and Mexico, presents significant risks for the spread of infectious diseases as millions of fans gather in crowded venues and transit hubs over five weeks.

When the 2026 FIFA World Cup begins on June 11, 2026, matches will be played across 16 cities in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Millions of fans will arrive through multiple airports and will pack into stadiums, airports, hotels, bars and public transit systems over five weeks.

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