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As Ebola Scourges Congo, Experts Warn Of Link To Eating Wild Animals
The Congo Basin is rich in all kinds of wildlife, from great apes to serpents — both of which are hunted for their meat. One consequence for locals is exposure to zoonotic diseases such as Ebola.
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The Deadly Fever In Your Living Room: Why Scrub Typhus Is Moving From Fields To Family Homes
The deadly fever caused by scrub typhus may be spreading from fields to family homes. Here is how bacterial infections spread and how to prevent their spread in your home.
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Bird Flu And Beyond: How To Check If Your Poultry Is Contaminated
The recent news of bird flu has led to increased caution when it comes to handling poultry. But there are some ways that you can check if your poultry is contaminated or not.
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Is Your Pet Getting You Sick? How To Prevent It
You might be at a risk of zoonotic disease if you have a pet. Keep reading as we share easy preventive tips to ensure your time with your pet is fun as well as safe.
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Kerala On Alert After Nipah Virus Cases: Know Causes, Symptoms And Treatment
Kerala Nipah Virus: The health department in Kerala has stepped up vigilance against an outbreak of the Nipah virus after two positive cases of the deadly zoonotic disease were detected in two districts.
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Covid-19 Likely Originated From Wildlife Trade, Not Lab Leak, Researchers Claim
A new genetic study suggests Covid-19 likely originated from the wildlife trade, specifically in Wuhan's markets, rather than a lab leak.
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Africa's Health Ministry Declares Mpox A Public Health Emergency; All You Need To Know
Mpox Health Emergency In Sierra Leone: This declaration of public health emergency in Africa serves as a stark reminder of the ever-evolving challenges in infectious disease management.
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How Human Activity Fuels Pandemics: Climate Change and Biodiversity at the Core
Human-driven disruptions to ecosystems are linked to the rising frequency of pandemics. Climate change and biodiversity loss affect pathogen spread, increasing human exposure. Experts highlight the need to address root causes, including wildlife-human interactions, to prevent future outbreaks. The planetary health approach, focusing on ecological p...
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Marburg Disease: How To Keep Yourself Safe From The Bleeding Eye Virus
The Bleeding Eye Virus: As the world continues to grapple with global health threats, understanding how to prevent the spread of Marburg disease becomes paramount for public safety and well-being.
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Forget Bats And Rats, This 'Animal' Spreads More Viruses Than Any Other
A new study reveals a surprising fact: humans are actually spreading more viruses to animals than we receive from them. This is due to our large population size, global reach, and activities that stress wildlife.
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The Age Of Outbreaks: Experts Warn Of More Animal Disease Threats
With the spread of monkeypox across the world coming hot on the heels of Covid, there are fears that increasing outbreaks of diseases that jump from animals to humans could spark another pandemic.
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Need To Create Awareness On Zoonotic Diseases: Health Minister
The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the need of creating vigilance and awareness on zoonotic diseases, Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya on Friday said.
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'Ebola, Zika Can Be Predicted Using Environmental Changes'
Scientists have successfully developed a model that can predict the outbreak of diseases that spread from animals to humans - such as Ebola and Zika - based on changes in climate, population growth and land use.
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As Ebola Scourges Congo, Experts Warn Of Link To Eating Wild Animals
The Congo Basin is rich in all kinds of wildlife, from great apes to serpents — both of which are hunted for their meat. One consequence for locals is exposure to zoonotic diseases such as Ebola.
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The Deadly Fever In Your Living Room: Why Scrub Typhus Is Moving From Fields To Family Homes
The deadly fever caused by scrub typhus may be spreading from fields to family homes. Here is how bacterial infections spread and how to prevent their spread in your home.
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Bird Flu And Beyond: How To Check If Your Poultry Is Contaminated
The recent news of bird flu has led to increased caution when it comes to handling poultry. But there are some ways that you can check if your poultry is contaminated or not.
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Is Your Pet Getting You Sick? How To Prevent It
You might be at a risk of zoonotic disease if you have a pet. Keep reading as we share easy preventive tips to ensure your time with your pet is fun as well as safe.
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Kerala On Alert After Nipah Virus Cases: Know Causes, Symptoms And Treatment
Kerala Nipah Virus: The health department in Kerala has stepped up vigilance against an outbreak of the Nipah virus after two positive cases of the deadly zoonotic disease were detected in two districts.
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Covid-19 Likely Originated From Wildlife Trade, Not Lab Leak, Researchers Claim
A new genetic study suggests Covid-19 likely originated from the wildlife trade, specifically in Wuhan's markets, rather than a lab leak.
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Africa's Health Ministry Declares Mpox A Public Health Emergency; All You Need To Know
Mpox Health Emergency In Sierra Leone: This declaration of public health emergency in Africa serves as a stark reminder of the ever-evolving challenges in infectious disease management.
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How Human Activity Fuels Pandemics: Climate Change and Biodiversity at the Core
Human-driven disruptions to ecosystems are linked to the rising frequency of pandemics. Climate change and biodiversity loss affect pathogen spread, increasing human exposure. Experts highlight the need to address root causes, including wildlife-human interactions, to prevent future outbreaks. The planetary health approach, focusing on ecological p...
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Marburg Disease: How To Keep Yourself Safe From The Bleeding Eye Virus
The Bleeding Eye Virus: As the world continues to grapple with global health threats, understanding how to prevent the spread of Marburg disease becomes paramount for public safety and well-being.
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Forget Bats And Rats, This 'Animal' Spreads More Viruses Than Any Other
A new study reveals a surprising fact: humans are actually spreading more viruses to animals than we receive from them. This is due to our large population size, global reach, and activities that stress wildlife.
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The Age Of Outbreaks: Experts Warn Of More Animal Disease Threats
With the spread of monkeypox across the world coming hot on the heels of Covid, there are fears that increasing outbreaks of diseases that jump from animals to humans could spark another pandemic.
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Need To Create Awareness On Zoonotic Diseases: Health Minister
The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the need of creating vigilance and awareness on zoonotic diseases, Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya on Friday said.
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'Ebola, Zika Can Be Predicted Using Environmental Changes'
Scientists have successfully developed a model that can predict the outbreak of diseases that spread from animals to humans - such as Ebola and Zika - based on changes in climate, population growth and land use.
