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What does it mean for a disease to be 'endemic'?
By Michael Dhar published
In the context of a disease, the transition from "epidemic" to "endemic" means a pathogen is no longer causing outbreaks but isn't disappearing.
12 microscopic discoveries that went 'viral' in 2022
By Nicoletta Lanese published
Twelve recent studies showcase how viruses affect humans and other organisms all across the globe.
A new omicron subvariant is spreading in China. Here's what we know so far.
By Manal Mohammed published
BF.7 is a new version of the coronavirus SARS-CoV-2 that's driving a surge of infection in China.
More than 70 children sickened in Ohio measles outbreak
By Nicoletta Lanese published
An ongoing measles outbreak in Ohio accounts for most cases of the disease reported in the U.S. this year.
'Mpox' is the new name for monkeypox, the WHO says
By Nicoletta Lanese published
The World Health Organization will adopt a new name for monkeypox, as the original name is inaccurate and stigmatizing.
Belief that COVID-19 was a hoax is a gateway drug to other conspiracy theories
By Tia Ghose published
People who believe that the COVID-19 pandemic was a hoax are likelier to believe all sorts of other conspiracy theories, a new study suggests.
Stunning video captures a virus on the verge of breaking into a cell
By Stephanie Pappas published
A new video shows a virus on an erratic search for an entryway into an intestinal cell.
New RSV vaccine given in pregnancy protects newborns from illness, Pfizer says
By Nicoletta Lanese published
The drugmaker Pfizer announced positive trial results for its RSV vaccine designed to protect newborns.
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