Virus
Chikungunya virus outbreak in China infects at least 7,700, local authorities crack down
Spread by the bite of infected Aedes mosquitoes, global infections of the disease number at least 240,000 this year.
How it will work: Nationwide vaccination against deadly respiratory virus for infants begins
Polio virus detected in Jerusalem, central Israel wastewater, Health Ministry confirms
Cruise ship norovirus outbreaks hit 12 by mid-May, nearly matching all of 2024’s total cases
Scientists discover 22 new viruses in Chinese bats
The newly discovered viruses are closely related to deadly viruses that can cause severe brain inflammation and respiratory disease in humans, with mortality rates reaching up to 75%.
Measles outbreak: 11 children hospitalized, three in serious condition
Senior health officials also warn of a potential mass infection at the upcoming Lag Ba'omer Mount Meron pilgrimage, as vaccination rates in certain haredi communities remain very low.
Nearly half of Israelis have fallen victim to online scams - study
The Israel Internet Association stressed that the findings highlight the urgent need to raise awareness and promote individual responsibility among users.
Phage virus discovered at Hebrew University named after fallen soldier
Phages are viruses that precisely target and kill bacteria, which can offer “a potential solution to the growing crisis of antibiotic resistance.”
Zika virus turns human skin into a mosquito magnet, enhancing viral spread
Researchers find infected individuals produce more compounds that encourage mosquito bites.
Marburg virus kills eight in Tanzania; WHO warns of potential spread
Marburg is a highly contagious virus similar to Ebola, with fatality rates up to 90%.
New Report: Health Officials Confirm decline in Northern China’s HMPV Cases
In recent weeks, worries grew when images surfaced showing hospitals with masked patients, prompting speculation about a new wave of respiratory diseases.
The WHO announces 18,000 monkeypox cases in January
Earlier this month, the World Health Organization announced the registration of about 18,000 confirmed cases, including 66 deaths, in 20 African countries during the first five days of January 2025.
Researchers link common herpes virus to a specific form of Alzheimer's disease
Study suggests cytomegalovirus may travel via the vagus nerve to the brain, contributing to Alzheimer's progression.
Every second, someone is getting herpes. That's 42 million people a year
Nearly 850 million people worldwide carry herpes viruses, study reveals.
First UK case of new clade 1b mpox variant detected in London
Patient returned from Africa; UKHSA says risk to public remains low as contact tracing begins.
