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Discovery of the World of Infectious Proteins
Prion – an extraordinary protein molecule responsible for brain infections obtained from meat. In mammals, including humans, it triggers the gradual and unstoppable demise of
8cm Live Worm Removed from Human Brain
In a shocking medical case, doctors in Australia have removed a live worm measuring eight centimeters from a woman’s brain. The parasite, known as Ophidascaris
First human case of H3N8 avian flu in China
China has reported its first case of a human being infected with the H3N8 bird flu virus. The virus has been circulating in the environment
Bacteria Develop Record Resistance to Combination Drugs
A new combination of antimicrobial substances, designed to combat bacteria classified as particularly dangerous by the World Health Organization (WHO), has already developed resistance against
Masks offer limited protection against SARS-CoV-2
A recent study conducted by Copenhagen University Hospital has found that surgical masks do not provide significant protection against SARS-CoV-2 infection for the wearer. The
Bayern: Six times more infected children
A recent study conducted in Bavaria, Germany, has revealed that many children who were infected with SARS-CoV-2 went undetected due to the mild or asymptomatic
Protective Eyewear Against SARS-CoV-2?
A recent study from China suggests that wearing glasses or face shields may reduce the risk of SARS-CoV-2 infection. The virus primarily enters the body
Lower herd immunity for SARS-CoV-2
A new study from the University of Nottingham has found that herd immunity against SARS-CoV-2 may be achieved with a smaller percentage of the population
New Pandemic-Capable Swine Flu Discovered in China
A new strain of swine flu, known as the G4 virus, has been discovered in China. The virus is a descendant of the H1N1 virus
COVID-19 risk high in refugee camps
A recent study conducted by scientists at the University of Bielefeld has found that the risk of Covid-19 infection in communal and collective accommodation for
