Viral disease

Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV)

June 2, 2023

Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) has become a cause for concern as cases of COVID-19 and RSV decline. Understanding HMPV HMPV, short for Human Metapneumovirus, is a respiratory virus that has gained attention due to its prevalence and impact. In March, 11% ..

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Pfizer Inc’s RSV Vaccine

June 1, 2023

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently granted approval for Pfizer Inc’s respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) vaccine for older adults. This marks a significant development in the fight against RSV, a common respiratory disease that poses a serious threat ..

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What is Arexvy?

May 4, 2023

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the world’s first respiratory syncytial virus vaccine called Arexvy. The vaccine, manufactured by British pharmaceutical company GSK, has been approved for individuals aged 60 years and above in the United States. ..

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Marburg Virus: Tanzania Reports its First-Ever Outbreak

March 25, 2023

Tanzania has recently confirmed its first-ever outbreak of Marburg virus, a highly contagious and deadly virus that causes viral hemorrhagic fever. The World Health Organization (WHO) has reported that the confirmation by Tanzania’s national public laboratory followed the death of ..

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WHO: Spraying of Disinfectants in streets is not Effective

May 19, 2020

The World Health Organization recently announced to its member countries that spraying of disinfectants on roads is not effective. The organization rather says that spraying disinfectants can be harmful to public health. Highlights According to World Health Organization, fumigation or ..

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What is COVID Toe?

May 4, 2020

The British Journal of Dermatology Researchers have so far observed 5 clinical patterns of the COVID-19 cases. One such is COVID Toe. COVID Toe is a kind of rash that is being developed in COVID-19 patients. COVID Toe According to ..

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