The Zika Virus is a rare‚ dangerous and unique disease. Its name comes from the Zika Forest of Uganda‚ where the virus was first found in 1947. Zika virus is related to the disease ‚ yellow fever‚ and West Nile viruses. Since the 1950s‚ it has been known to occur from Africa to Asia. The Zika Virus started in Brazil in 2015 and spreads vastly. This virus spreads very early and can be easily affecting humans if bitten by a mosquito
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Ebola Virus- A Detailed Study Ebola Virus is the newest virus which has become epidemic in West Africa and it is being that it is spreading throughout the world as people coming from that region are becoming carriers of the virus. Going into the history if this virus‚ this virus was first detected in 1976‚ when it occurred simultaneously in the regions of Nzada‚ Sudan and Yambuku in Democratic Republic of Congo. It got its name from the Ebola River that flowed near the Yambuku village. As
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November 4‚ 2013 Ebola‚ The Lethal Virus Ebola has made its mark on the world over the past three decades. Since the first Ebola outbreak in 1976‚ numerous countries have come together in order to solve the mystery of the history of Ebola. Within a matter of days of symptoms presenting‚ the victims die an unimaginable death. Ebola is one of the most lethal viruses known to man with only one in every ten infected surviving (1). Key factors in understanding Ebola
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West Nile Virus Summertime‚ without doubt is the best season for students‚ the mood that it brings along with it‚ is the time that most people treasure. However‚ as we go along and having wonderful time in this period‚ it is very important that we remain healthy and safe. The season not only brings the things we obviously expect‚ but also has been associated with viruses which can cause various diseases. People who enjoy themselves along the lakes and rivers should keep in mind of the threatening
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Herpes Simplex Virus Type 1 Infection at the Molecular Level Research Paper Virology 24 November 2008 Abstract Herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1) infection is widespread and causes significant disease in humans. The structure‚ epidemiology‚ pathogensis and immune response are examined in this review‚ as well as specific ways to reduce and eliminate pathology and related diseases. The virus naturally infects mucosal areas and begins the search for its target host cell. Upon binding to the host
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Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) Introduction of the Lungs: The primary role of our respiratory system is the exchange of gases in our blood stream. As we inhale our lungs take in Oxygen (O2)‚ as we exhale our lungs release Carbon Dioxide (CO2). The major parts of the respiratory system consist of; The upper respiratory tract consists of the nose‚ sinuses‚ mouth‚ larynx and throat. The lower respiratory tract consists of trachea‚ bronchial tubes and the lungs. The right lung
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coverage in the United States of the Avian influenza or ‘bird flu’ virus that has already swept across China and the Far East has been relegated to no more than a few lines in the major newspapers and television programs. However‚ as the threat of the virus entering the United States of America grows increasingly larger‚ many media outlets are stepping up their coverage‚ and attempting to educate US citizens of the dangers of the virus. While these efforts are to be largely applauded‚ it seems that
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unreported cases1. Rabies virus is associated with bats mostly‚ and it mainly exists in rabid animal saliva1. Rabies can enters a body through a direct contact such as bite transmission‚ a bite from a rabid animal‚ or nonbite transmission‚ saliva or central nervous system tissue touches an open wound or scratch on the body1. These are the most common ways that allows rabies virus transfers from infected animal to uninfected animal or human’s body1. The life cycle of rabies virus consists of three essential
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Influenza viruses are constantly changing. This is why they emphasize getting your yearly flu shot. An interesting feature of the influenza virion is its tendency to “drift and shift” ("How the Flu Virus Can Change: “Drift” and “Shift”." Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.). Pathologists coined this phrase when they discovered an antigenic drift in the DNA of an influenza strain. These changes are usually not big enough to affect our immune system’s ability to identify a certain strain. Over
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Table of contents Virus…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….3 What is a computer virus?………………………………………………………………………………………………3 Effects of Computer viruses……………………………………………………………………………………………3 How to avoid Computer viruses?......................................................................................3 Different kinds of viruses………………………………………………………………………………………………..4 Symptoms of infect…………………………………………………………………………………………………………6 What to do?.........................................
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