The Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) has confirmed an outbreak of the deadly Marburg Virus Disease (MVD) in Ethiopia. Health authorities are working urgently to contain the virus and prevent further spread. Marburg virus is highly infectious and can cause severe hemorrhagic fever. Stay tuned for updates on containment measures, health advisories, and the latest on this serious outbreak.

Africa CDC Confirms Deadly Marburg Virus Outbreak in Ethiopia

#GRAVITAS | A top virologist based out of Hong Kong has warned that the world may not be prepared enough for the next pandemic which is not just possible but also 'inevitable' and might be more frequent than before. Watch this video to find out more. 


the world may not be pandemic-proof, warns top virologist 

Science & tech | Science: The study revealed that people with PVS symptoms had lower levels of two types of white blood cells, while people with PVS who never had COVID also had lesser antibodies against the SARS-CoV-2 spike protein.

Why do COVID vaccines cause chronic issues for some? Here’s what researchers say

Norovirus cases in the UK have surged by 22% in just a week, with over 1,160 people hospitalized. The NHS has advised avoiding contact with others if symptoms last more than two days. Symptoms include fever, nausea, body aches, and headaches.

Norovirus cases surge in UK, NHS issues health advisory

World: The virus named HKU5-CoV-2, was found to use the same human receptor as SARA-CoV-2, which was responsible for COVID-19, South China Morning Post reported.

Another year, another pandemic? China discovers new bat coronavirus that poses risks to humans

A new strain of bird flu has been detected in US dairy cows, raising concerns among experts. The USDA confirmed a new version of the H5N1 virus, known as D1.1, while a second strain was found in Nevada cattle. Experts suggest bird-to-cow transmission may not be as rare as previously thought. Watch in for more details!

USDA confirms new version of H5N1 bird flu virus, known as D1.1

A new strain of bird flu has been detected in US dairy cows, raising concerns among experts. The USDA confirmed a new version of the H5N1 virus, known as D1.1, while a second strain was found in Nevada cattle. Experts suggest bird-to-cow transmission may not be as rare as previously thought.

New bird flu strain detected in US dairy cows as experts raise transmission concerns

Science & tech | In a brain-like representation of tissues, researchers noted that clumps and tangles of proteins had formed a week after the injury.

Head injury may awaken ‘dead’ viruses within our body, study finds

A virus called the human meta-pneumo-virus or HMPV is spreading in China. Its flu-like symptoms are similar to covid-19. In India alone, new cases of HMPV have been reported on Monday. In Bengaluru, a 3-month-old baby who has been discharged, and an 8-month-old who is recovering at a hospital. In Ahmedabad,  Gujarat,  2-month-old boy was detected with HMPV. Indian authorities are urging people to not panic.

HMPV: How Could It Affect High-risk Groups? A Complete Guide

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India detects its first two HMPV cases in Bengaluru, raising concerns amid reports of an HMPV outbreak in China. HMPV is a viral respiratory infection that causes symptoms resembling the common cold. Watch this report for more details!

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World, trending: There were 5,000 patients being treated for the virus in hospitals at the end of last week, which is almost 3.5 times higher than the same week in 2023. 

England sees a sharp rise in flu cases, over 5,000 patients treated last week

According to reports, China has been battling an outbreak of Human Metapneumovirus or HMPV.  As per the information available so far, HMPV causes symptoms similar to influenza as well as COVID-19.

Five Years After COVID Outbreak, China Has a Mysterious Virus Outbreak

The United Kingdom has reported two more cases of the new Mpox variant. The new strain is referred to as clade 1B is believed to spread more easily compared to other variants. Watch this report to know more.

Total Number Of MPox Cases In UK Stand At 3

‘Absolutely Wild’: Your toothbrushes and shower heads are teeming with viruses and bacteria, study finds

A new study reveals that your bathroom is teeming with viruses. A research done at Northwestern University studied two things that people use every day-- the toothbrush and shower head, the results have been quite surprising. Watch in for more details!

Tons Of Viruses Live On Your Toothbrush And Showerhead: Study

EU’s PAIR project: Advanced technology to help detect viruses before pandemic outbreak

Six people have died in Rwanda from an outbreak of a deadly virus called Marburg. Most of the victims were healthcare workers. Rwanda has stepped up efforts to contain Marburg as 20 cases reported. Watch to know more.

Marburg Outbreak Claims Six Lives In Rwanda

Marburg Virus concerns people of Rwanda. Six people have died in Rwanda from an outbreak of a deadly virus called Marburg. Most of the victims were healthcare workers. Rwanda has stepped up efforts to contain Marburg as 20 cases reported. Watch to know more.

Rwanda Confirms First Marburg Outbreak, Claims Six Lives

A respiratory virus that has the potential to cause paralysis in children is making a concerning return across the United States. Watch in for more details!

Virus Linked To Childhood Paralysis On The Rise In The US

A respiratory virus that has the potential to cause paralysis in children is making a concerning return across the US. Watch to know more.

US: Virus causing Polio-like paralysis in kids

Nearly 5 years since the outbreak of the Covid pandemic and researchers intelligence agencies continued to tussle over the main scenarios for its origin. Watch to know more.

New study sheds light on Covid-19 origin

Experts Concerned Over Rise in a Rare Polio-like illness

Covid -19 Outbreak: New study supports theory linked to Wuhan Market

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