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Ebola horror prediction: 1,000 deaths per day
DRC warns Ebola could kill 1,000 daily if it reaches refugee camps. 1.15 million people at risk in Ituri.
Norovirus Outbreak on Ruby Princess: 120+ Infected
Norovirus outbreak on Ruby Princess cruise ship infects over 120 people. Ship docked in San Francisco for disinfection.
11-year-old boy dies after bat contact in Canada
11-year-old boy dies from rabies after bat contact in Canada. Doctors warn: even minor bat contact needs immediate medical attention.
Infectious Disease Risk After Venezuela Earthquake
WHO warns of infectious disease risk after Venezuela earthquake. Measles, diphtheria, malaria, and other diseases may spread.
Congo Ebola: 360 dead, 1,274 infected
Ebola outbreak in Congo: 360 deaths, 1,274 infections confirmed. Latest updates on Bond.az.
White House Asks Congress for $87.6B Including Iran War Costs
White House requests $87.6B from Congress, including funds for potential Iran war, Pentagon, Ebola, and farmers. Details here.
Finland unemployment hits 26-year high at 10.8%
Finland's unemployment rate reached 10.8% in May, a 26-year record high. It is the highest unemployment in Europe.
Ebola to cause pandemic? Academic explains
Russian academic Gennady Onishchenko explains why Ebola fever will not cause a pandemic, citing lack of airborne transmission.
Bizarre 'Frankenstein' rabbits emerge in US
Rabbits with bizarre horn-like tumors, dubbed 'Frankenstein rabbits,' found in Colorado. Virus spread by mosquitoes and ticks.
Musk: US Played Central Role in Creating COVID-19
Elon Musk claims the US played a central role in creating COVID-19, citing USAID funding for the Wuhan Institute of Virology.
First Ebola case reported in France
First Ebola case in France: doctor returning from Congo diagnosed. Prime Minister closely monitoring.
Bird Flu Kills Over 13,000 Elephant Seals on Australian Islands
H5N1 bird flu outbreak on Australia's Heard and McDonald Islands kills over 13,000 southern elephant seal pups.
New Drug for Hepatitis B Developed by Russian Scientists
Russian scientists are developing a new drug for hepatitis B that aims to completely eliminate the virus from cells. More details from Sechenov University.
Ebola outbreak in Congo exceeds official numbers
Ebola outbreak in Congo real scale exceeds official numbers. Causes, statistics, and affected regions.
Ebola in Congo "global pandemic threat"
The spread of Ebola virus in DRC is assessed as a global pandemic threat. WHO Director-General warns. Infection spreads to other countries.
Dangerous virus spreads in Berlin
West Nile virus is spreading rapidly in Berlin. Transmitted by mosquitoes, the virus has been found in parks and gardens. Learn about symptoms and risk groups.
New Ebola Model Discovered
US scientists discovered a new Ebola model, offering hope for treatment.
Food safety: 1.5 million deaths
WHO report: contaminated food kills 1.5 million people annually. Children most at risk; Africa and Asia worst affected.
Ebola outbreak could reach 20,000 cases
Ebola outbreak in DRC and Uganda may reach 20,000 cases. CDC warns of high risk without isolation. Currently 452 cases, 82 deaths.
Ebola in Africa: 63 Dead, Nearly 400 Infected
Ebola in Africa: 63 dead, nearly 400 infected. Latest situation in Congo and Uganda. Epidemic ranks fourth in complexity.
Google to Release 32 Million Mosquitoes
Google plans to release 32 million mosquitoes in California and Florida to reduce virus spread. The project, successful in Singapore, uses Wolbachia bacteria.
Ebola cases rise in Congo - latest update
Ebola infections in DRC reach 321. CEPI allocates $60 million for new vaccines.
Ebola warning: Health Ministry advises travelers
Azerbaijan's Health Ministry warns travelers about Ebola: low risk, hygiene advice, and monitoring of official sources.
Moderna Partners with CEPI for BDBV Ebola Vaccine
Moderna partners with CEPI to develop a BDBV Ebola vaccine, with up to $50 million in funding.
Ebola spreading rapidly in Congo
Ebola virus spreading rapidly in DRC Congo with over 1,000 suspected cases.
WHO: 906 suspected Ebola cases
WHO: 906 suspected Ebola cases in DRC, 223 deaths probed. Bundibugyo strain also in Uganda.
Ebola in Congo spreads fast, outpacing response
Ebola outbreak in Congo spreads fast, with 220 deaths and 900 cases. Response is slow due to local mistrust, supply shortages, and global funding cuts.
Italy Ebola Suspects: Two Hospitalized
Two Ebola suspects hospitalized in Italy after returning from Uganda. Symptoms include fever, nausea, and vomiting. No confirmed diagnosis yet.
White House restricts US scientists' WHO contacts
White House restricts US scientists' WHO contacts. The ban began during hantavirus outbreak, partially eased for Ebola. Experts concerned about impact on disease control.
US extends Ebola ban to green card holders
US extends Ebola travel ban to green card holders who visited DRC, Uganda, or South Sudan. CDC cites public health concerns. WHO raises alarm.
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