The latest incident has been reported from Balochistan’s Chaman district, where a 52-month-old child has been tragically paralyzed by the wild poliovirus type 1 (WPV1). The recent emergence of yet…
Lumpy skin disease (LSD) is a viral cattle disease caused by the Neethling strain LSD virus (LSDV), belonging to the genus Capri poxvirus family Poxviridae. Lumpy skin disease (LSD) is…
In the realm of medical breakthroughs, the discovery of CRISPR-Cas has been one of the ground-breaking tools in the treatment of many viral diseases, including hepatitis C. In the realm…
Marburg virus infection can occur in humans after prolonged exposure to environments inhabited by African fruit bats, such as mines or caves. Marburg virus disease (MVD) is an enveloped, non…
The influenza virus, commonly known as the flu, is a highly contagious respiratory infection that affects humans and animals Influenza is an infectious viral illness. The name “influenza” originated in…
Efficient arthropod disease surveillance and early discovery systems are essential for mitigating the spread of these diseases and protecting public health. Arthropods, a diverse and abundant group of invertebrates, play…
The West Nile virus, an enveloped, single-stranded RNA virus transmitted to humans and animals via mosquitoes and birds, has become a growing public health concern globally. In a recent study…
University of Virginia School of Medicine researchers have made a ground-breaking discovery that provides long-needed clarification on HIV transmission issues. University of Virginia School of Medicine researchers have made a…
CDC predicts a continued rise in JN.1 cases throughout the winter, marking it as a “variant of interest” according to the World Health Organization (WHO). The JN.1 variant strain of…
The year 2023 witnessed significant breakthroughs in medical science, extending beyond the realm of weight-loss drugs. The year 2023 witnessed significant breakthroughs in medical science, extending beyond the realm of…
Ebola virus is a negative-sense ssRNA virus belonging to the family Filoviridae, which is enveloped, pleomorphic, and replicates in the cytoplasm. Ebola virus is a negative-sense ssRNA virus belonging to…
Rabies has a significant global impact, with an estimated 30,000 to 70,000 deaths annually, primarily affecting less developed countries. Rabies is a preventable viral disease primarily transmitted through the bite…