Ebola virus can persist in human reproductive organs: Study
Ebola virus disease has a maternal death rate of more than 80 percent and a fetal death rate of nearly 100 percent.
Feb 09, 2018, 16:51 PM IST
Our ancestors may have been responsible for the disappearance of HIV-type virus 11 million years ago!
Retroviruses, a class of viruses that include the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), are abundant in nature and can leave lasting traces of their existence if they infect cells of the germ line.
Apr 16, 2017, 22:30 PM IST
Viral fever: Symptoms, treatment and prevention
Treatment of viral fever is symptomatic with the use of antipyretic and analgesic drugs.
Nov 29, 2016, 18:02 PM IST
Unsustainable immune response to chronic viral infection is triggered by inflammation
A study finds fundamental new mechanism explaining the inadequate immune defense against chronic viral infection.
Oct 22, 2016, 20:13 PM IST
Dengue and chikungunya – Here's myth-busting info on mosquito-borne diseases!
Only prevention and control of mosquitoes can ensure long-term protection against dengue and chikungunya.
Oct 18, 2016, 12:52 PM IST
Risk of viral infections higher in the mornings, says study!
The study conducted by a team of scientists including one of Indian-origin, has revealed that the human body is at a higher risk of catching infections in the morning.
Aug 16, 2016, 16:13 PM IST
Over 100 infants died in Pakistan's Sindh of viral diseases
Over 100 newborn babies and several women have died in Pakistan's drought-hit southern Sindh province this month of water-borne and viral diseases, according to health officials.
Jan 28, 2016, 05:32 AM IST
