Flu & Viruses
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Ebola ‘not changed in 40 years’
Ebola has not become deadlier since the first outbreak 40 years ago, new research reveals today. Read more
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How dogs spread norovirus
Pet dogs may be helping to spread the norovirus – known as the winter sickness bug, according to a British researcher. Read more
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Map of rabies spread revealed
A new map that details the spread of rabies in the Middle East could help in the fight against the viral disease. Read more
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UK backs new Ebola test plan
British experts are aiming to develop a new field test for the Ebola virus. Read more
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Tropical disease threat grows
Britain faces a growing risk from mosquito-borne diseases as they spread across the Mediterranean with the onset of global warming, experts warn today. Read more
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Real flu rarer than believed
Many adults report getting "flu" most winters – but in fact they are likely to contract it about twice a decade, according to a new study. Read more
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Europe warning on measles
Europe needs to step up measles vaccination campaigns, the World Health Organisation warned yesterday. Read more
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Daily pill could prevent HIV
A daily pill can prevent new HIV infections among gay men, researchers reported last night. Read more
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Powerful cancer vaccine unveiled
A powerful new vaccine could prevent most of the cancers triggered by the human papillomavirus, researchers have reported. Read more
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Plea for tropical disease cash
A new plea has been issued for cash to tackle neglected tropical diseases, partly because of the threat posed by climate change. Read more