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Making Mosquitoes Deaf Can Stop Spread Of Dengue, Study Finds
The scientists targeted a protein called trpVa which is believed to be important for hearing.
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Bacteria Can Accelerate Mosquito Control, Prevent Dengue, Zika: Study
In a breakthrough research, UK scientists have identified a bacteria that can curb the growth of disease-spreading mosquitoes.
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Oropouche Virus Surfaces in Europe: What You Need to Know
For the first time, the Oropouche virus has been reported in Europe, affecting travelers returning from the Americas. Detected in Spain, Italy, and Germany, this virus is carried by midges, a type of biting fly, and mosquitoes. It causes symptoms similar to Zika virus, such as fever, muscle aches, and rash. In about 4% of cases, it can lead to nerv...
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Centre Issues Advisory To States In View Of Zika Virus Cases From Maharashtra
The health facilities and hospitals have been assigned a nodal officer to monitor and act to keep the premises Aedes mosquito-free.
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Don't Panic, Says Karnataka Government After Zika Virus Detected
In view of the Zika virus detected in mosquitoes in Chikkaballapura, the Karnataka Health Department on Thursday issued an advisory urging people not to panic unnecessarily and visit the nearest healthcare facility for treatment in case of fever.
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Zika Virus Found In Mosquito Near Bengaluru, Fever Cases Being Analysed
Zika virus has been detected near Bengaluru and all fever cases in the area are now being analysed.
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Zika Virus In Karnataka: Know Symptoms, Treatment And Prevention Steps For This Mosquito-Borne Virus
Zika virus is a mosquito-borne virus which was first identified in 1947 in Uganda. It is transmitted primarily by the Aedes mosquito which typically bites during the day.
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Cases Of Zika Virus Reported In These States In India: Signs And Symptoms To Watch Out For
Zika virus is caused by a virus transmitted primarily by the Aedes mosquito, which bites during the day.
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Zika and Dengue Viruses Can Alter a Hosts Smell to Make It 'Tastier', Attract More Mosquitoes, Study Says
A new study has found out why mosquitoes like to buzz around and bite some people more than others. Researchers discovered that infection from some viruses makes you smell tastier and attracts more mosquitoes, which increases the transmission of the disease.
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Zika Virus Cases In Kanpur Climb To 10
As many as 10 Zika virus cases have been reported in Uttar Pradesh's Kanpur district so far, Chief Medical Officer (CMO) Dr Nepal Singh said on Sunday.
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Kerala Reports First Zika Virus Case: Know Symptoms, Treatment And Prevention Steps For This Infection
Zika Virus leads to mild symptoms including fever, rash, conjunctivitis, malaise, headache and muscle and joint pain.
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Kerala Reports First Zika Virus Infection This Year, Samples Sent To Pune
Kerala, which has been reporting a surge in coronavirus cases, has officially confirmed its first case of Zika virus - a mosquito-borne viral infection.
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Increase In Dengue Cases In Southeast Asia Due To Warm Weather: Experts
Hundreds dead in the Philippines; a threefold increase of cases in Vietnam; hospitals overrun in Malaysia, Myanmar and Cambodia -- dengue is ravaging Southeast Asia this year due in part to rising temperatures and low immunity to new strains.
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Zika Virus: Here's How You Can Prevent Foetal Damage; Know The Causes And Tips For Prevention
Zika virus prevention: Researchers from Johns Hopkins University have discovered a drug called Kineret that may protect infected foetus from brain damage. Kineret is an anti-inflammatory drug which is used for rheumatoid arthritis treatment.
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Nano-Carbon: New India-Made Weapon Against Mosquitoes?
The female Aedes mosquitoes that spread dengue, chikungunya, and zika viruses, lay eggs in water bodies along the roadside and in decorative flower pots and vases in homes or offices.
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Making Mosquitoes Deaf Can Stop Spread Of Dengue, Study Finds
The scientists targeted a protein called trpVa which is believed to be important for hearing.
-
Bacteria Can Accelerate Mosquito Control, Prevent Dengue, Zika: Study
In a breakthrough research, UK scientists have identified a bacteria that can curb the growth of disease-spreading mosquitoes.
-
Oropouche Virus Surfaces in Europe: What You Need to Know
For the first time, the Oropouche virus has been reported in Europe, affecting travelers returning from the Americas. Detected in Spain, Italy, and Germany, this virus is carried by midges, a type of biting fly, and mosquitoes. It causes symptoms similar to Zika virus, such as fever, muscle aches, and rash. In about 4% of cases, it can lead to nerv...
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Centre Issues Advisory To States In View Of Zika Virus Cases From Maharashtra
The health facilities and hospitals have been assigned a nodal officer to monitor and act to keep the premises Aedes mosquito-free.
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Don't Panic, Says Karnataka Government After Zika Virus Detected
In view of the Zika virus detected in mosquitoes in Chikkaballapura, the Karnataka Health Department on Thursday issued an advisory urging people not to panic unnecessarily and visit the nearest healthcare facility for treatment in case of fever.
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Zika Virus Found In Mosquito Near Bengaluru, Fever Cases Being Analysed
Zika virus has been detected near Bengaluru and all fever cases in the area are now being analysed.
-
Zika Virus In Karnataka: Know Symptoms, Treatment And Prevention Steps For This Mosquito-Borne Virus
Zika virus is a mosquito-borne virus which was first identified in 1947 in Uganda. It is transmitted primarily by the Aedes mosquito which typically bites during the day.
-
Cases Of Zika Virus Reported In These States In India: Signs And Symptoms To Watch Out For
Zika virus is caused by a virus transmitted primarily by the Aedes mosquito, which bites during the day.
-
Zika and Dengue Viruses Can Alter a Hosts Smell to Make It 'Tastier', Attract More Mosquitoes, Study Says
A new study has found out why mosquitoes like to buzz around and bite some people more than others. Researchers discovered that infection from some viruses makes you smell tastier and attracts more mosquitoes, which increases the transmission of the disease.
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Zika Virus Cases In Kanpur Climb To 10
As many as 10 Zika virus cases have been reported in Uttar Pradesh's Kanpur district so far, Chief Medical Officer (CMO) Dr Nepal Singh said on Sunday.
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Kerala Reports First Zika Virus Case: Know Symptoms, Treatment And Prevention Steps For This Infection
Zika Virus leads to mild symptoms including fever, rash, conjunctivitis, malaise, headache and muscle and joint pain.
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Kerala Reports First Zika Virus Infection This Year, Samples Sent To Pune
Kerala, which has been reporting a surge in coronavirus cases, has officially confirmed its first case of Zika virus - a mosquito-borne viral infection.
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Increase In Dengue Cases In Southeast Asia Due To Warm Weather: Experts
Hundreds dead in the Philippines; a threefold increase of cases in Vietnam; hospitals overrun in Malaysia, Myanmar and Cambodia -- dengue is ravaging Southeast Asia this year due in part to rising temperatures and low immunity to new strains.
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Zika Virus: Here's How You Can Prevent Foetal Damage; Know The Causes And Tips For Prevention
Zika virus prevention: Researchers from Johns Hopkins University have discovered a drug called Kineret that may protect infected foetus from brain damage. Kineret is an anti-inflammatory drug which is used for rheumatoid arthritis treatment.
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Nano-Carbon: New India-Made Weapon Against Mosquitoes?
The female Aedes mosquitoes that spread dengue, chikungunya, and zika viruses, lay eggs in water bodies along the roadside and in decorative flower pots and vases in homes or offices.
