A novel coronavirus is a new strain of coronavirus that has not been previously identified in humans. As of this writing, there have been over seven million cases of the virus worldwide, resulting in over 400,000 deaths. The virus is believed to have originated in Wuhan, China, in late December of 2019 and has since spread to nearly every country in the world, with the United States being the hardest hit. As the virus continues to spread, there have been numerous news articles and videos discussing the virus and its effects. 1. WHO: Coronavirus – What We Know So Far This article from the World Health Organization provides an overview of all the information that is currently known about the novel coronavirus. It covers the symptoms, transmission, prevention, and treatment of the virus. It also provides information on how to protect yourself, the latest updates on the virus, and what is being done to contain it. 2. Coronavirus: A Visual Timeline This article from the Washington Post provides a timeline of the novel coronavirus, from its initial appearance in Wuhan to its spread around the world. It includes a timeline of key events, such as the first case, the first

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19.12.2024

Scientists detect rare H5N1 avian flu strain in Australian child after travel to India

A 2.5-year-old returning to Australia from India was infected with a reassortant H5N1 virus, revealing genetic mixing between avian influenza clades and gaps in South Asian surveillance.

LA Times

01.01.2025

U.S. norovirus cases are spiking. Here's how to avoid it - Los Angeles Times

The number of national norovirus outbreaks was the highest seen in December since at least 2012. Experts suggest increased hand-washing to avoid catching the ultra-contagious stomach bug.

Well + Good

01.01.2025

Norovirus Outbreaks Are Spiking. Here's How to Protect Yourself

If a case of the norovirus, aka a stomach bug, halted your holiday plans this season, you're not alone. According to new data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), there were 91

Medical.Net - Dermatology

02.01.2025

AI-driven surveillance system to combat emerging infectious diseases

Researchers have come up with a new way to identify more infectious variants of viruses or bacteria that start spreading in humans - including those causing flu, COVID, whooping cough and tuberculosis.

Medical.Net - Dermatology

02.01.2025

Scientists pinpoint regions and species fueling coronavirus evolution in bats

Study uncovers the evolution, transmission, and geographic spread of bat coronaviruses in China, revealing key insights into hotspots and the origins of SARS-CoV-2.

Medical.Net - Dermatology

06.01.2025

From ducks to detection: Revolutionizing surveillance in the fight against HPAI

Vaccination drastically reduces avian influenza outbreaks in ducks, but enhanced passive surveillance is crucial for timely and effective detection of the virus.

Phys.org Evolution News

08.01.2025

A passive resistance phenomenon: Marine bacteria use low tRNA levels to fend off viruses

As humans, we often focus on viruses and bacteria because of their role in causing various, sometimes severe, diseases. However, an equally fascinating but lesser-known phenomenon is the ongoing battle between bacteria and bacteriophages—viruses that specifically target and infect bacteria.

Medical.Net - Dermatology

16.01.2025

Unexpected viral reservoir: influenza A thrives in cattle mammary glands

Researchers uncover how influenza A virus infects dairy cattle, revealing the mammary gland's surprising role in viral replication and transmission through milk.

Nature Ecology & Evolution Community

17.01.2025

Efficacy and tolerability of neoadjuvant therapy with Talimogene laherparepvec in cutaneous basal cell carcinoma: a phase II trial (NeoBCC trial) | Research Communities by Springer Nature

A single-arm, phase II, neoadjuvant trial with the oncolytic virus talimogene laherparepvec (T-VEC) in patients with difficult-to-resect cutaneous basal cell carcinomas.

LA Times

19.01.2025

A wave of cat deaths from bird flu prompts new rules on pet food production - Los Angeles Times

Cats — both large cats in captivity and pet house cats — across multiple states have been dying from H5N1 bird flu. Now, federal agencies are enforcing new rules to help keep the virus out of pet food.

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Scientists detect rare H5N1 avian flu strain in Australian child after travel to India

U.S. norovirus cases are spiking. Here's how to avoid it - Los Angeles Times

Norovirus Outbreaks Are Spiking. Here's How to Protect Yourself

AI-driven surveillance system to combat emerging infectious diseases

Scientists pinpoint regions and species fueling coronavirus evolution in bats

From ducks to detection: Revolutionizing surveillance in the fight against HPAI

A passive resistance phenomenon: Marine bacteria use low tRNA levels to fend off viruses

Unexpected viral reservoir: influenza A thrives in cattle mammary glands

Efficacy and tolerability of neoadjuvant therapy with Talimogene laherparepvec in cutaneous basal cell carcinoma: a phase II trial (NeoBCC trial) | Research Communities by Springer Nature

A wave of cat deaths from bird flu prompts new rules on pet food production - Los Angeles Times

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