
India reports more than 100 Zika virus cases in popular tourist state
India is grappling with an outbreak of the mosquito-borne Zika virus in Rajasthan, a northern state popular with tourists. Continue reading
India is grappling with an outbreak of the mosquito-borne Zika virus in Rajasthan, a northern state popular with tourists. Continue reading
Scientists are developing a “hugely powerful” genetic tool to wipe out disease-carrying mosquitoes, but it’s unclear whether saving millions of lives will be worth the risk. Continue reading
An experiment at the University of Alberta’s Department of Chemistry could lead to a pill to treat deadly viruses, such as the respiratory syncytial virus. Continue reading
Seven per cent of babies born to women infected with Zika during pregnancy have birth defects, according to a new study. Continue reading
Dr. Andrew Potter, the director and CEO of VIDO, has been recognized for years of work in health research. Continue reading
Heading south this winter? A recent study conducted on behalf of the federal government shows Canadians still don’t fully understand the risks associated with Zika. Continue reading
It’s been tied to birth defects and brain abnormalities in babies, but could the notorious Zika virus lend a hand in fighting brain cancer? Continue reading
Despite the development, the health unit said there’s no reason to worry about an increased risk of Zika virus in the region. Continue reading
Researchers at Western University say they have discovered a way to detect Zika virus in patients more than 20 days after infection. Continue reading
With increased awareness of Lyme disease and the dangers of ticks, the Middlesex London Health Unit is seeing a meteoric rise in the number of tick submissions. Continue reading