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Zika virus can cross each other maternity
Brazilian scientists detect Zika virus in the amniotic membranes of two women, a proof that the virus may cross the placenta, affecting the fetus.
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Avoid kissing, abstinence to prevent Zika virus
Brazilian authorities confirmed that Zika virus in urine and saliva of two patients should recommend pregnant women restrict kissing others.
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Terrible diseases spread by mosquitoes
Mosquitoes bring people a variety of diseases such as dengue fever, yellow fever, malaria or most recently Zika virus ...
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Successful production of dengue vaccine after 20 years of research
This is considered the first step in preventing the mosquito-borne infection (dengue fever), which is life-threatening for millions of people worldwide every year.
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4 patients sharing a room will increase the chance of infection for each other by 20%
Cross-contamination is the cause of 75,000 deaths and many patients are resistant to the drug each year.
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Is it dangerous to kiss?
'Kissing is a careful consideration', in American high schools, it is often advised. Because in some schools, mononucleosis is spreading.
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Prevent pets from spreading infectious diseases to their owners
Researchers found that the phenomenon of pets spreading infectious diseases to hosts is in fact more common than we think.
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Breastfeeding can increase IQ for children
Research by Brazilian scientists indicates that breastfeeding does not only prevent infectious disease, reduce the risk of death, but also involves increased intelligenc…
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Influenza medicines made by Fujifilm cure Ebola
A drug of Fujifilm, called Favipiravir, has gained worldwide attention after curing Ebola for a French nurse on October 4.
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Workers should wash their hands often to protect themselves
Infection can spread from a door handle to half of office workers in just 2 hours, according to a new study.
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People with chickenpox in Hanoi suddenly increased
Measles has been controlled, other diseases tend to decrease, but people with chickenpox have increased.
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Going to summer swimming is prone to infectious diseases
As summer approaches, we tend to look for pools or pools to calm the heat. However, scientists recommend that you be careful when taking a dip in the water.
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Special test system for diagnosing infectious diseases
Ten unique test systems for diagnosing infectious diseases have been developed in Siberia.
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Hope for a vaccine against malaria
A new finding by scientists from Singapore's Nanyang Technological University (NTU) brings promise about the possibility of developing a vaccine against malaria.