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World's Largest Mosquito Factory Aims To Prevent Zika

Zika Virus Could Have Harmful Heart Effects

The ZXika virus has many negative effects on people afflicted by it. The Zika virus could have harmful heart effects as well.

Zika Virus Threatens Brazil's Tourism Industry

Zika Virus In Tourists Is More Severe, Scientists Say

Researchers say that Zika virus could affect tourists more severely with its complications that previously thought. The study looked at Canadian trvelers and they found that some of them suffered more serious symptoms than anticipted.

Human Trials On Zika Vaccine That Makes Human Blood Taste Bad To Mosquitoes Begin

Zika Vaccine: Human Trials On Mosquito Saliva Begin

Human testing has begun on a new vaccine that makes humans taste bad to Aedes Aegypti, the Zika-carrying tropical mosquito. The National Institute of Allergies and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) launched last week Phase 1 of clinical trials to test a vaccine intended to protect against mosquito-born viruses.

CDC Issues Zika Virus Warning This Mosquito Season

CDC Zika Warning: Be Prepared For Mosquito Season

Spring break is just around the corner, and the CDC wants travelers to remember that the Zika virus is still a concern. Ramping up efforts to warn people about Zika as we edge closer to mosquito season, the authority on diseases discuss current mosquito control practices.

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Scientists Identify Second Cause of Hearing Problems in People

Researchers from the University of Michigan have published a study in the journal Nature Communications describing what constitutes hidden hearing loss in people and what causes it. Long exposure to excessive noise and loss of myelin have been found to be causes of second hearing loss in people. The researchers think this study is a step in the right direction towards finding treatment for people with hidden hearing problems.

Brazil's Zika Babies Celebrate Their First Christmas

The Double Impact: Zika Virus Causes Microcephaly, Researchers Say

Considering WHO’s recent declaration of being free from Zika Virus’ threat, are we really free from the Zika aftermath? What’s the truth behind new claims that Zika virus can allegedly cause microcephaly? Is Zika a hopeless case? Find out what health authorities have to say

Brazil Faces New Health Epidemic As Mosquito-Borne Zika Virus Spreads Rapidly

Killer Virus On The Rise, Thanks To Commercialization

Virologists are worried that rapid commercialization may be the reason behind the spread of killer virus. If that's the case, we can expect another deadly or disfiguring outbreaks very soon.

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Zika Virus: CDC Warns Spring Travellers

We have not heard about Zika virus news lately but it does not mean it is totally gone. In fact the number of people infected might increase during the spring season. Experts suggests that people should be cautious about it.

National Primate Research Centers Study Zika Virus

Update On Zika: WHO To Launch Strongest Zika Vaccine But After 2020;

As Zika becomes a globally epidemic disease, have we reached the success in our fight against the virus? What’s the truth behind the claims regarding the possible alleged strongest Zika vaccine set to be released after 2020? Is there a particular cause for the delay? Here’s what authorities have to say

New Zika Vaccine Could Protect With A Single Dose

A new Zika vaccine is showing potential to protect against the virus with one dose. A research team led by scientists from the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania reported this week that preclinical test shows promising immune responses to both mice and monkeys. They have observed speedy effectiveness of the vaccine.

Liberia Turns Towards Normalcy As Fight Continues To Eradicate Ebola

Epidemics Still A Problem In Unprepared World

Epidemics is still a reality many people are not aware of. Disease outbreaks would still be a problem in an unprepared world.

Ebola Alert: World Health Organization Is Not Prepared For The Next Ebola Attack

The world still ill-prepared for the next epidemic or pandemic expected virus. But the truama of the Ebola outbreak in West Africa may drive the change in health approach.

WHO Cautiously Ends Zika Virus Emergency

A Year Of Fighting: Is It The End Of Zika Virus?

One of the world's most frightening viruses has reached the U.S. The most epedemic and alarming fact that could affect the entire humanity. How's the progress after a year of combating all the possibilities?

Find Out Why Connecticut’s Protein Sciences Corp Is Making Its Waves On Zika Vaccine, Can They Finally Hold The Answer To The Problem?

Considering the continuous quest of scientists in looking for the right amount of solution to the long dreaded Zika virus, can Connecticut’s Protein Sciences Corp finally hold the key in putting a stop to the problem? Find out what health experts have to say

Brazil Continues Battle Against Zika Virus Ahead Of Olympic Games

Immature Zika Virus Study Could Explain More About Disease Transmission

A recent study details the structure of immature Zika virus, which researchers believes can explain how the virus spreads and can help in developing vaccines.