viruses
Another Cancer Linked To HPV Infection
Researchers in Australia have identified yet another cancer that may be caused by human papillomavirus (HPV) infection.
WHO Urges Action On Hepatitis Threat
The World Health Organization has urged governments to act against the five hepatitis viruses that can cause severe liver infections.
SARS, MERS …? Preparing For The Next Coronavirus Pandemic
Linfa Wang and Gary Crameri examine how lessons learnt from SARS and MERS can help us prepare for the next coronavirus epidemic.
Artificial MicroRNAs To Target Dengue Virus
Researchers in China have identified artificial microRNAs that target regions of the dengue genome essential for viral replication.
Herpes Vaccine Clinical Trial To Begin In Brisbane
A University of Queensland spin-off company is about to start clinical trials that could result in the prevention and treatment of genital herpes.
Taiwan Vaccine Maker Completes PhIII Trials On H7N9 Influenza Vaccine
Taiwan-based vaccine maker Adimmune Corp says that it has the capacity to produce up to three million units per month of its preliminary H7N9 influenza vaccine.
Chinese CDC Study Finds High Risk Features Of H7N9 Virus
A new study from the Chinese CDC suggests that the H7N9 influenza A virus possesses a suite of biological features that may be a serious threat to humans.
Studying Animals To Improve Human Health
Research into animals, both common and obscure, are yielding insights into human health that are not always expected, writes Shuzhen Sim.
New Details About H7N9 Infection Uncovered
Researchers have uncovered new information about the latest strain of type A influenza, known as H7N9.
