Flu & Viruses
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Neurologists warn on Zika
Some 42 countries have now reported their first outbreaks of the Zika virus, according to figures published yesterday. Read more
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Morning best for flu vaccines?
A flu vaccine administered in the morning may be more effective than in the afternoon, according to a UK study. Read more
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Hope for combined HIV-HCV vaccine
British scientists believe it may be possible to create a combined vaccine against HIV and hepatitis C, a conference heard yesterday. Read more
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Zika microcephaly link "clear" – US
The Zika virus is definitely responsible for outbreaks of microcephaly in babies, US health officials have stated. Read more
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Post-Ebola syndrome investigated
Post-Ebola syndrome is the focus of a new study by international experts, presented at a major European conference this week. Read more
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Zika may attack myelin
The Zika virus may attack the brain’s myelin, causing a temporary illness similar to multiple sclerosis, a conference heard last night. Read more
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Progress on measles and rubella in Europe
Clear progress is being made in efforts to eliminate measles and rubella in Europe, according to a new analysis. Read more
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Ebola flare-ups in Guinea and Liberia
A woman has died of the Ebola virus in Liberia and hundreds of people in Guinea are to be given an experimental vaccine to help contain an outbreak. Read more
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Zika virus structure uncovered for first time
The structure of the Zika virus has been revealed for the first time – opening the way to the development of new treatments and vaccines to counter the mosquito-borne disease. Read more
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Ebola emergency over – WHO
The Ebola virus crisis in west Africa is over, the World Health Organisation announced yesterday. Read more