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When is the best time to get the flu vaccine?
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When is the best time to get the flu vaccine?

Currently, there are many types of flu vaccines but are divided into 5 main groups. The best time to get vaccinated is in the fall, before the flu virus outbreaks strong…

March 27, 2024
Bird flu has appeared in Antarctica
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Bird flu has appeared in Antarctica

Fears that avian flu could spread in this cold land when the highly virulent H5N1 virus was first found in the carcasses of pirate birds here.

March 27, 2024
Bird flu and things you need to know
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Bird flu and things you need to know

To proactively prevent and fight bird flu, people need to avoid or minimize contact with farmed or wild poultry, and do not eat sick or dead poultry...

March 27, 2024
How dangerous is the new virus in Africa?
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How dangerous is the new virus in Africa?

Marburg is a virus originating from fruit bats in Africa, spreading from person to person through respiratory droplets, causing hemorrhagic disease.

July 21, 2022