Common Cold Virus
- All
- News
- Videos
-
Powerlifter, Father Of 3, On Life Support Weeks After Catching 'Bad Cold'
Hospital examinations revealed that his illness was not a common cold, but rather a virus that had triggered a rare immune system disorder.
-
The Virus Behind 100,000 Child Deaths In 2019 Globally. No, It's Not Covid
A common virus that usually causes cold-like symptoms was responsible for more than 100,000 deaths in children under the age of five across the globe in 2019, according to a new study published in The Lancet journal.
-
Omicron Likely Picked Up Genetic Material From Common Cold Virus: Study
The Omicron variant likely acquired at least one of its mutations by picking up a snippet of genetic material from another virus - possibly one that causes the common cold - present in the same infected cells, according to researchers.
-
Exposure To Common Cold Virus May Protect From COVID-19: Study
Exposure to the virus that causes common cold can provide protection against infection by the SARS-CoV-2 virus behind COVID-19, according to a study.
-
Brazil Says Russian Covid Vaccine Carried Live Cold Virus
Tainted batches of Russia's Sputnik V Covid vaccine sent to Brazil carried a live version of a common cold-causing virus, the South American country's health regulator reported in a presentation explaining its decision to ban the drug's import.
-
COVID-19: 10 Milestones Of The Pandemic That Shook The World
Since the first reported case in China last year, the COVID-19 pandemic has grown to affect nearly every country on earth. The deadly virus -- which belongs to a large family of viruses that causeillness ranging from the common cold to more severe diseases -- has encroached on the daily lives of millions. With the pandemic showing no signs of endin...
-
Covid-19: 10 Milestones Of The Pandemic That Shook The World
The COVID-19 pandemic was first reported last year in China, but has since grown to affect nearly every country on earth. The deadly disease -- which belongs to a large family of viruses that cause illness ranging from the common cold to more severe diseases -- has encroached on the daily lives of billions. With the pandemic showing no signs of end...
-
Experts Raise Doubts Over Top COVID-19 Vaccines From China, Russia
High-profile COVID-19 vaccines developed in Russia and China share a potential shortcoming: They are based on a common cold virus that many people have been exposed to, potentially limiting their effectiveness, some experts say.
-
Coronavirus Outbreak: 5 Things You Need To Know
Coronaviruses are a large family of viruses which may cause respiratory infections ranging from common cold to more severe diseases. Some common symptoms may include fever, tiredness, runny nose, sore throat, dry cough, aches, pains and diarrhea.
-
As Number Of Coronavirus Cases Grow, WHO Issues Some Preventive Measures
Coronaviruses are a large family of viruses which may cause illness in animals or humans. In humans, several coronaviruses are known to cause respiratory infections ranging from the common cold to more severe diseases such as Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS) and Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS). The most recently discovered coronavir...
-
Watch: 139 New Cases Of Coronavirus Reported In China- Know How The Disease Spreads And What You Can Do To Prevent It
Coronavirus in China: According to the WHO, the number of cases of coronavirus rose because "increased searching and testing". First strain of the new coronavirus appeared in December in Wuhan. This has already spread in Thailand (two cases) and Japan (one case).
-
Eat These 3 Winter Foods To Boost Your Immunity This Season
During this time of the year, our immunity tends to take a dip. Hence, it gets imperative to consume healthy food as a healthy and balanced diet is essential to keep flu and seasonal allergies at bay.
-
Here's How You Can Prevent Common Cold- Best Home Remedies That Won't Fail
Common cold: Scientists have discovered a new therapy can prevent common cold before it even hits. Read here to know all about it. Also enclosed are some effective home remedies to keep common cold at bay.
-
Does Your Child Have Cold Or Respiratory Syncytial Virus? Know The Risk Factors And Preventive Tips
Centres for Disease Control and Prevention is warning parents to monitor their child's symptoms in case s/he gets sick with what they would assume to be cold. It could actually be Respiratory Syncytial Virus or RSV, which is a common respiratory virus.
-
What Is The Difference Between A Cold And The Flu?
Cold vs the flu: Both cold and flu are caused by viruses that infect your airways. The symptoms for both are quite similar but there is a thin line that differentiates between the two. Read here to know about symptoms that can help you differentiate between the two.
-
Powerlifter, Father Of 3, On Life Support Weeks After Catching 'Bad Cold'
Hospital examinations revealed that his illness was not a common cold, but rather a virus that had triggered a rare immune system disorder.
-
The Virus Behind 100,000 Child Deaths In 2019 Globally. No, It's Not Covid
A common virus that usually causes cold-like symptoms was responsible for more than 100,000 deaths in children under the age of five across the globe in 2019, according to a new study published in The Lancet journal.
-
Omicron Likely Picked Up Genetic Material From Common Cold Virus: Study
The Omicron variant likely acquired at least one of its mutations by picking up a snippet of genetic material from another virus - possibly one that causes the common cold - present in the same infected cells, according to researchers.
-
Exposure To Common Cold Virus May Protect From COVID-19: Study
Exposure to the virus that causes common cold can provide protection against infection by the SARS-CoV-2 virus behind COVID-19, according to a study.
-
Brazil Says Russian Covid Vaccine Carried Live Cold Virus
Tainted batches of Russia's Sputnik V Covid vaccine sent to Brazil carried a live version of a common cold-causing virus, the South American country's health regulator reported in a presentation explaining its decision to ban the drug's import.
-
COVID-19: 10 Milestones Of The Pandemic That Shook The World
Since the first reported case in China last year, the COVID-19 pandemic has grown to affect nearly every country on earth. The deadly virus -- which belongs to a large family of viruses that causeillness ranging from the common cold to more severe diseases -- has encroached on the daily lives of millions. With the pandemic showing no signs of endin...
-
Covid-19: 10 Milestones Of The Pandemic That Shook The World
The COVID-19 pandemic was first reported last year in China, but has since grown to affect nearly every country on earth. The deadly disease -- which belongs to a large family of viruses that cause illness ranging from the common cold to more severe diseases -- has encroached on the daily lives of billions. With the pandemic showing no signs of end...
-
Experts Raise Doubts Over Top COVID-19 Vaccines From China, Russia
High-profile COVID-19 vaccines developed in Russia and China share a potential shortcoming: They are based on a common cold virus that many people have been exposed to, potentially limiting their effectiveness, some experts say.
-
Coronavirus Outbreak: 5 Things You Need To Know
Coronaviruses are a large family of viruses which may cause respiratory infections ranging from common cold to more severe diseases. Some common symptoms may include fever, tiredness, runny nose, sore throat, dry cough, aches, pains and diarrhea.
-
As Number Of Coronavirus Cases Grow, WHO Issues Some Preventive Measures
Coronaviruses are a large family of viruses which may cause illness in animals or humans. In humans, several coronaviruses are known to cause respiratory infections ranging from the common cold to more severe diseases such as Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS) and Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS). The most recently discovered coronavir...
-
Watch: 139 New Cases Of Coronavirus Reported In China- Know How The Disease Spreads And What You Can Do To Prevent It
Coronavirus in China: According to the WHO, the number of cases of coronavirus rose because "increased searching and testing". First strain of the new coronavirus appeared in December in Wuhan. This has already spread in Thailand (two cases) and Japan (one case).
-
Eat These 3 Winter Foods To Boost Your Immunity This Season
During this time of the year, our immunity tends to take a dip. Hence, it gets imperative to consume healthy food as a healthy and balanced diet is essential to keep flu and seasonal allergies at bay.
-
Here's How You Can Prevent Common Cold- Best Home Remedies That Won't Fail
Common cold: Scientists have discovered a new therapy can prevent common cold before it even hits. Read here to know all about it. Also enclosed are some effective home remedies to keep common cold at bay.
-
Does Your Child Have Cold Or Respiratory Syncytial Virus? Know The Risk Factors And Preventive Tips
Centres for Disease Control and Prevention is warning parents to monitor their child's symptoms in case s/he gets sick with what they would assume to be cold. It could actually be Respiratory Syncytial Virus or RSV, which is a common respiratory virus.
-
What Is The Difference Between A Cold And The Flu?
Cold vs the flu: Both cold and flu are caused by viruses that infect your airways. The symptoms for both are quite similar but there is a thin line that differentiates between the two. Read here to know about symptoms that can help you differentiate between the two.
