Virus
Persistent cough that won't go away: Symptoms, causes, and warning signs
A cough can persist even after a cold has passed, and it is sometimes caused by respiratory tract sensitivity, post-nasal drip, asthma, reflux or smoking.
Health Ministry investigating another suspected Ebola case after traveler returns from DR Congo
Scientists use AI to create viruses not found in nature, simultaneously raising alarms, enthusiasm
Israeli isolated in hospital while being tested for suspected Ebola symptoms after visiting DRC
COVID variant with 'dozens of mutations' found in Israel
The significance of the variant is still unclear as other heavily mutated variants have often fizzled out.
'Air pollution to boost antibiotic-resistance deaths to 840k by 2050'
Antibiotic resistance from air pollution was already linked to an estimated 480,000 premature deaths in 2018.
US minor catches swine flu at agriculture fair - first case this year
Since 2005, there have been 37 cases of swine flu in the US, WHO said, and 512 globally.
Israeli scientists say viruses can beat bacteria that resist antibiotics
The study paves the way for future clinical trials and encourages further exploration of phage therapy as an alternative and auxiliary approach against antibiotic-resistant infections.
Could being infected with this virus lead to Multiple Sclerosis?
Multiple sclerosis is an inflammatory autoimmune disease in which the immune system attacks the sheath of nerve cell extensions.
Rare case of co-infection: Avian flu and COVID can lead to pneumonia
This case highlights the significance of accurate diagnosis and timely treatment for co-infections involving respiratory viruses.
Revolutionizing infectious disease treatment: A breakthrough in personalized medicine
A Tel Aviv University ‘breakthrough’ discovery could lead to personalized medicine for infectious diseases.
Source of Poland bird flu outbreak among cats remains elusive
While traces of the virus were later found on raw meat eaten by one of the cats, it remains unclear if that is how the cat was infected.
Can a kiss on the lips be fatal for babies?
An expert and mother from Tiny Hearts Education, a company that provides infant care education, explained kisses can cause babies to die thanks to neonatal herpes.
Is your child suffering from stomach pain? Here’s what could be causing it
Kids often complain about stomach pain. In most cases, it's caused by a virus but sometimes, recurrent attacks are symptomatic of other diseases.
