Tag: contagious
Surge in Measles Cases Triples Last Year’s Count – Concerns Rise as Numbers Increase
The United States has seen a significant surge in measles cases in 2024, with 188 reported cases so far, which is more than triple the number reported in 2023. This increase is concerning, especially...
Navigating the Waves: How Viruses on Ships Overcome Odds to Spread Globally
In the past, when people traveled by ship, diseases often died out before reaching land, a recent study reveals. Researchers found that the chances of viruses spreading across the sea were very low due...
CDC warns of ‘dual mutant’ flu strain evading antiviral drugs: ‘Need to closely monitor’Dual...
A new strain of the H1N1 influenza virus has been identified by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), raising concerns about its potential threat in the U.S. This strain, known as the...