Flu epidemic
Deadly virus strain from poultry becomes a new pandemic concern
There is an outbreak of a large strain of bird flu virus, H5N1. Researchers confirm that this virus can infect many different species.
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Flu epidemic
Scientists have found the gene 'key' to prevent avian flu virus from spreading to humans
British researchers have found a human gene model that has the ability to prevent most strains of bird flu virus from infecting humans.
Flu epidemic
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.
Flu epidemic
Frequently asked questions about bird flu transmitted to humans
How the disease spreads to humans, symptoms, virus survival time and safety when using poultry products are frequently asked questions about influenza A/H5.
Health
Infections caused by flesh-eating bacteria spread at record levels in Japan
A rare, deadly flesh-eating bacterial infection is spreading at a record rate in Japan, leaving health officials baffled.
Health
New research: 'Microplastics promote cancer metastasis'
A laboratory study shows that microplastics can persist during cell division and contribute to the spread of cancer when they are in tumors.
Biology
Mosquito-borne virus can cause nerve damage
La Crosse virus is trending to spread quickly and become popular in the US recently.
Flu epidemic
How dangerous is the emerging flu epidemic in India?
Tomato flu has no vaccine and no treatment, symptoms are similar to hand, foot and mouth disease.
Biology
Danger from the emergence of new viruses
Scientists predict that after Covid-19, many new viruses will develop or old pathogens will arise, posing challenges to humanity.
Biology
How did viruses from animals to humans evolve?
Viruses that spread from animals to humans are new pathogens, so they are all dangerous, the immune system has never known how to cope while they constantly mutate to ad…
Health
Diseases that can be transmitted through kissing
While kissing brings sweetness and happiness, it can also become a source of disease in your partner.
Medicine - Health
Australia successfully developed antibacterial and viral sprays
Scientists from Australian universities have invented a disinfectant spray that can prevent the spread of bacteria and viruses, including the SARS-CoV-2 virus.
Flu epidemic
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.
Scientific application
Strawberry-scented asphalt to relieve workers' suffering
In order to make the work more comfortable for workers, the company in Russia has launched a strawberry-flavored asphalt product and conducted a test.
Cancer
Research: Breast cancer cells mainly spread quickly when the patient sleeps
The latest research shows that primary breast cancer cells are like night owls, they spread faster through the blood when the patient sleeps.