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Nipha virus: A dangerous zoonotic disease Nipah virus (NiV) is a highly contagious zoonotic virus, meaning that it can spread from animals to humans. NiV is a member of the Henipavirus genus, which also includes Hendra virus. NiV is endemic in fruit bats in South Asia and Southeast Asia, and it can be transmitted to […]
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A goiter is an enlargement of the thyroid gland. The thyroid gland is a small, butterfly-shaped gland located in the front of the neck. It produces hormones that regulate metabolism, growth, and development. There are many different causes of goiters, including: Iodine deficiency: Iodine is a mineral that is essential for the production of thyroid […]
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Monkeypox (mpox) is an infectious disease caused by the monkeypox virus. It is a cousin of the smallpox virus, but it is much less severe. Monkeypox can cause a rash, fever, headache, muscle aches, backache, respiratory symptoms, and swollen lymph nodes. The rash usually starts on the face and then spreads to other parts of […]
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Ebola is a deadly virus that causes a severe illness called Ebola virus disease (EVD). The virus is transmitted through contact with the blood or body fluids of an infected person or animal. EVD can be fatal, with a fatality rate of up to 90%. The first symptoms of EVD are usually fever, fatigue, muscle […]
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Leprosy, also known as Hansen’s disease, is a chronic infectious disease caused by a bacterium called Mycobacterium leprae. It affects the skin, the peripheral nerves, mucosa of the upper respiratory tract, and the eyes. Leprosy is curable and treatment in the early stages can prevent disability. The symptoms of leprosy vary depending on the type […]
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