Respiratory outbreak SARS exposed cracks in global health systems
SARS illness does not always announce itself with obvious warning signs. In the wet markets of Guangdong, China, in late 2002 A new virus, later identified as a coronavirus, is believed to have crossed from civet cats to humans and begun moving quietly through a population that had no immunity to it and no name […]
What is MERS-CoV? The dangerous virus you may not know about
More than a decade after it was first identified, Middle East Respiratory Syndrome commonly known as MERS remains an active global health concern. With no vaccine available and no specific antiviral treatment approved, the disease continues to pose a serious threat, particularly in regions of the Arabian Peninsula where the virus is most prevalent. As […]
New COVID variant Cicada hits 29 states
A new COVID-19 variant has been quietly making its way across the United States and it is now moving fast enough that doctors are paying close attention. The variant, known as BA.3.2 and nicknamed Cicada, has been detected in patients and wastewater systems across 29 states. While it first appeared on the radar in late […]
What you need to know to navigate the COVID-19 summer wave
As the summer progresses, the United States is experiencing a significant uptick in COVID-19 cases, with no signs of a slowdown. This surge is fueled by several factors, including new virus variants and decreased immunity. Health experts emphasize the importance of continued vigilance and adherence to preventive measures to navigate this wave safely. Understanding the […]