Hantaviruses are classified as Category C biological agents, the third-highest priority group of pathogens considered to […]
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Category B Biological Agents: microbiology, transmission pathways, clinical manifestations
Category B biological agents constitute the second highest priority group of biological threat agents in public health […]
From Mosquito Bite to Global Threat: Is Chikungunya the Next Pandemic?
Chikungunya (CHIKV) is a mosquito-borne viral disease marked by sudden onset fever and severe joint […]
Monkeypox (Mpox) infection
Mpox, caused by the monkeypox virus, is a viral infection with symptoms like rash, fever, and swollen lymph nodes. Transmitted through contact with infected individuals, animals, or materials, it can be severe, especially for immunocompromised individuals. Preventive measures include vaccination and avoiding physical contact. Diagnosis involves PCR testing, and treatment includes supportive care.
ADENOVIRUS INFECTION
Adenoviridae are a diverse group of viruses that infect humans and a wide range of animal […]
Yellow Fever Infection
The yellow fever virus is found in tropical and subtropical areas of Africa and South […]
Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS)
Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS) is an illness caused by a virus (more specifically, a […]
Zika virus Infection
Key facts about zika virus infection Zika virus is a mosquito-borne flavivirus that was first […]
Chikungunya Infection
Chikungunya is a mosquito-borne viral disease first described during an outbreak in southern Tanzania in […]