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Beyond Viruses: Expanding the Fight Against Infectious Diseases
Gladstone Institutes — From influenza and COVID-19 to HIV, viruses continue to pose a serious danger to global health. But just as pressing are threats from other disease-causing microorganisms such as bacteria—especially the deadly strains that are becoming resistant to antibiotic medicines. And increasingly, scientists are discovering how viruses and bacteria are closely ...
What to know about plague after South Lake Tahoe resident tests positive for disease
abc7News — SAN FRANCSICO (KGO) — A California resident has tested positive for plague. Health officials believe the person was bitten by an infected flea while camping in the South Lake Tahoe area. The case is raising eyebrows and making many people wonder.
With vaccine research under attack, it’s time for California to lead again
The San Francisco Standard — Halting mRNA research right now is like banning ChatGPT, writes infectious disease expert Melanie Ott — not just scientific negligence, but strategic self-sabotage.
Why are measles cases surging?
The Naked Scientist Podcast — In this edition of The Naked Scientists, what’s behind a sharp rise in measles cases? We explore the origins of measles virus 2000 years ago, why the agent is regarded as the world’s most infectious virus, how the agent causes disease, how measles vaccines work, and why cases are back ...
Your questions about bird flu answered by experts
Salon — H5N1 isn’t going away anytime soon and could become a pandemic. Here are some tips to help you understand your risk.
Can You Get Bird Flu From Drinking Milk? What to Know as Cows Are Infected
Newsweek — As a second strain of bird flu has spread to dairy cows, influenza experts tell Newsweek that consumers should not be concerned about drinking pasteurized milk.