Virus News & Breaking Stories

NIH enrolls adults in trial for new nasal COVID-19 vaccine to target emerging variants. NextGen project aims to develop innovative vaccines.

Health Minister reassures no need for alarm over COVID surge in June, cases not causing stress on health services. Practice personal hygiene.

New COVID strain KP.3 causing surge in cases across US. Symptoms include headaches and respiratory issues. Reminder to get tested.

Christina Applegate's daughter Sadie opens up about her POTS diagnosis, shedding light on the condition's challenges and treatment options.

Three injured in rare back-to-back shark attack in Florida, one woman undergoes arm amputation. Swimmers warned, double red flags raised.

First human case of H5N2 avian influenza in Mexico confirmed. WHO emphasizes global surveillance, as virus not yet transmitted between humans.

Man in Mexico dies from new strain of bird flu, raising concerns. WHO monitoring situation. US also dealing with outbreak.

House Oversight Committee hearing on COVID response devolves into chaos as GOP lawmakers attack Dr. Fauci, with Rep. Greene leading the charge.

Dr. Anthony Fauci elected as a fellow in UK's Royal Society, just days before scrutiny over COVID-19 emails. Controversy ensues.

USDA scientists uncover genetic clues behind H5N1 bird flu in U.S. dairy cattle, sparking concerns of virus evolution and transmission.

'Polio Paul' Alexander, the longest living iron lung survivor, dies at 78. His story of resilience and inspiration continues worldwide.

'Polio Paul', the longest living polio survivor in an iron lung, dies at 78. Global efforts have reduced polio cases significantly.

Norovirus, known as the 'stomach virus,' is spreading in the US Northeast, causing vomiting, diarrhea, and foodborne illness. CDC advises prevention.

Amy Schumer defends her "puffier" face due to endometriosis, sparking conversation on women's health. Schumer advocates for self-love and acceptance.

Elderly man in Alaska dies from Alaskapox, a newly discovered virus. Symptoms include skin lesions, swollen lymph nodes, and muscle pain.

Christina Applegate made a rare appearance at the Emmys, receiving a standing ovation and opening up about her multiple sclerosis diagnosis.

Zombie deer disease could spread to humans after the first-ever case was detected in Yellowstone National Park last month.

A new type of bacterial infection may be causing a mysterious dog respiratory illness that has sickened dogs across the country.

The U.S. government is sending out four free Covid tests to households starting Nov. 27. Orders can be placed online.

A man in Maryland has died six weeks after receiving a transplanted heart from a pig, in a highly experimental surgery.

The Nobel Prize in medicine was awarded to Katalin Karikó and Drew Weissman for their discoveries enabling the development of effective mRNA vaccines against COVID-19.

The October 4 emergency alert test in the US has sparked hilarious conspiracies, including one that claims it will turn people into '5G zombies'.

The federal government is offering free at-home COVID-19 tests again to slow the spread of the virus during the fall and winter seasons.

Possible source of Nipah outbreak in Kerala speculated to be bats, as victim lived near farmland with frequent bat sightings.

Massachusetts boy dies after participating in viral 'One Chip Challenge' involving extremely spicy Paqui chip. Autopsy pending.

Deadly virus causes alarm in the US with a dramatic rise in dengue cases, particularly in Florida.