Global security faces growing challenges. DRDO scientist Upendra Kumar Singh stresses the need for strong ...More

Global security faces growing challenges. DRDO scientist Upendra Kumar Singh stresses the need for stronger preparedness against chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear threats. He notes a turbulent geopolitical shift and interconnected global powers. Singh also points to weakening global institutions and rising conflict zones. Emerging health threats and the accessibility of advanced technologies demand attention. ...Less

Since June, Pune has seen 73 Zika virus cases, with four deaths among patients who had pre-existing healt ...More

Since June, Pune has seen 73 Zika virus cases, with four deaths among patients who had pre-existing health conditions. The virus, spread by mosquitoes, particularly endangers pregnant women, potentially causing birth defects. Symptoms include fever, conjunctivitis, and muscle pain. Preventive measures involve mosquito control, while treatment involves rest and fluid intake. ...Less

Zika virus is spread by Aedes aegypti — the same mosquito that is also responsible for causing dengue and ...More

Zika virus is spread by Aedes aegypti — the same mosquito that is also responsible for causing dengue and chikungunya. The virus is considered a huge cause for concern for pregnant women because it causes microcephaly, a birth defect. ...Less

To prevent further outbreaks, the authorities have mandated an entomological scan of Pune city for the Zi ...More

To prevent further outbreaks, the authorities have mandated an entomological scan of Pune city for the Zika virus. In the city, more investigation is being done. ...Less

Pune has recorded 66 cases of Zika virus infections within the last two months, with four reported deaths ...More

Pune has recorded 66 cases of Zika virus infections within the last two months, with four reported deaths due to comorbidities. Notably, 26 pregnant women were among the infected, yet are mostly in good health. The first case emerged on June 20 when a 46-year-old doctor tested positive. ...Less

Zika virus, dengue and chikungunya are spread by the bite of Aedes aegypti and Aedes albopictus mosquitoe ...More

Zika virus, dengue and chikungunya are spread by the bite of Aedes aegypti and Aedes albopictus mosquitoes. ...Less

The minister, in a release, also said that a control room has been set up at the district medical office ...More

The minister, in a release, also said that a control room has been set up at the district medical office in the wake of the Zika outbreak in the capital city, where all the 23 cases of the virus were reported from. ...Less

Zika Virus (Google Trends): Pune faces a rising Zika virus threat with several recent cases, including tw ...More

Zika Virus (Google Trends): Pune faces a rising Zika virus threat with several recent cases, including two pregnant women. Health authorities are intensifying surveillance and mosquito control efforts. Zika, transmitted by Aedes mosquitoes, poses significant risks during pregnancy, potentially leading to severe birth defects. While symptoms are usually mild, caution is advised, especially for expectant mothers. Here’s a comprehensive overview of Zika virus infection, its symptoms, impact on pregnancy, and preventive measures. ...Less

An ongoing epidemic of Zika virus began in early 2015 in Brazil and with it new evidence emerged that Zik ...More

An ongoing epidemic of Zika virus began in early 2015 in Brazil and with it new evidence emerged that Zika virus infection of mothers during early pregnancy can result in microcephaly. ...Less

Zika virus disease is caused by a virus primarily transmitted to people through the bite of an infected m ...More

Zika virus disease is caused by a virus primarily transmitted to people through the bite of an infected mosquito from the Aedes genus, mainly Aedes aegypti in tropical regions. ...Less

Five-year-old girl from the Kolar district in Karnataka has tested positive for the ZIKA virus. WHO has d ...More

Five-year-old girl from the Kolar district in Karnataka has tested positive for the ZIKA virus. WHO has declared Zika-related microcephaly a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC) in February 2016. ...Less

A blog post on the Symantec website said that citizens in Brazil, the country most affected by the Zika v ...More

A blog post on the Symantec website said that citizens in Brazil, the country most affected by the Zika virus have seen the first set of spam emails related to the virus. ...Less

The Karnataka Health Department has issued an advisory in response to the detection of the Zika virus in ...More

The Karnataka Health Department has issued an advisory in response to the detection of the Zika virus in a mosquito species in Chikkaballapura district. The advisory emphasizes that there is no need for undue panic. Instead, it urges people to seek medical attention at the nearest healthcare facility in the event of experiencing fever. This measured response aims to ensure public awareness and timely treatment, mitigating the spread and impact of the Zika virus. ...Less

With Zika virus cases being reported from South America and the US, the Centre decided to constitute a te ...More

With Zika virus cases being reported from South America and the US, the Centre decided to constitute a technical group to monitor the situation even as it prepared to come out with an advisory soon. ...Less

Pune faces a Zika virus outbreak with cases rising to seven, including pregnant women. The virus, transmi ...More

Pune faces a Zika virus outbreak with cases rising to seven, including pregnant women. The virus, transmitted by the Aedes mosquito, poses risks like microcephaly. Pune's health department intensifies efforts to prevent transmission and protect public health. ...Less

"Zika virus is something which is something like a priority virus for which both preventive measures have ...More

"Zika virus is something which is something like a priority virus for which both preventive measures have to be taken. There are efforts now to develop a Zika vaccine in this country and we are hopeful we will be among the first few countries where the vaccine will be available," said Ntagi chief NK Arora. ...Less

AIIMS Rajkot has been recognized as a Zika virus screening center, reducing the need to send samples to P ...More

AIIMS Rajkot has been recognized as a Zika virus screening center, reducing the need to send samples to Pune for testing. According to Professor Ashwini Agarwal, testing will start next week, providing results within 24 hours. A biosafety level 3 lab has also been approved for the facility. The Rajkot AIIMS, inaugurated by Prime Minister Modi earlier this year, is expected to enhance the efficiency of Zika virus diagnostics in Gujarat, delivering quicker, more reliable results to address the spread of the virus. ...Less

Thirteen cases of Zika virus were reported in India by July 22, 2023, with 3 from Karnataka and 10 from M ...More

Thirteen cases of Zika virus were reported in India by July 22, 2023, with 3 from Karnataka and 10 from Maharashtra. Minister of State for Health Anupriya Patel stated that the Centre has an 'Action Plan for managing Zika Virus Disease' and provides states with budgetary support for preventive measures and public health actions during outbreaks. ...Less

Health authorities have confirmed two Zika virus cases in Singapore’s Woodlands neighborhood. The Nationa ...More

Health authorities have confirmed two Zika virus cases in Singapore’s Woodlands neighborhood. The National Environment Agency (NEA) and Communicable Diseases Agency (CDA) warn of “persistent Zika virus signals” in the area and advise residents, particularly pregnant women, to protect themselves from mosquito bites and monitor symptoms linked to the mosquito-borne disease ...Less

Stating that there is not a single case of Zika virus, suspected of causing serious birth defects, in Ind ...More

Stating that there is not a single case of Zika virus, suspected of causing serious birth defects, in India, the Centre said it will come out with guidelines to prevent the disease. ...Less

Samples were collected from various pockets in the neighbouring areas of IAF station hangars and sent to ...More

Samples were collected from various pockets in the neighbouring areas of IAF station hangars and sent to the lab at King George's Medical University (KGMU), Lucknow for testing. Thirty of them came back positive for Zika virus, he said. ...Less

The first-ever Zika virus case in the state was reported in Pune in July 2021. Now, a seven-year-old girl ...More

The first-ever Zika virus case in the state was reported in Pune in July 2021. Now, a seven-year-old girl has been found infected with Zika virus in Palghar district of Maharashtra, the state health department said on Wednesday. ...Less

The Zika virus is "spreading explosively" in the Americas and can infect upto four million people, the WH ...More

The Zika virus is "spreading explosively" in the Americas and can infect upto four million people, the WHO warned yesterday. ...Less

Zika virus has infected at least 116 people, including an infant, in the US, according to a leading Ameri ...More

Zika virus has infected at least 116 people, including an infant, in the US, according to a leading American public health institute. ...Less

The total number of Zika virus cases in the city has now touched 10. A report by King George's Medical Un ...More

The total number of Zika virus cases in the city has now touched 10. A report by King George's Medical University (KGMU) lab of Lucknow on Sunday, has found Zika virus infection in four women, including one pregnant woman and two men. ...Less

The patch's simplicity, pain-free application, and stability at elevated temperatures make it a promising ...More

The patch's simplicity, pain-free application, and stability at elevated temperatures make it a promising tool for vaccination in regions facing challenges with refrigeration. ...Less

Limited global surveillance shows Zika virus is active in at least 89 countries and territories but there ...More

Limited global surveillance shows Zika virus is active in at least 89 countries and territories but there is no currently licensed vaccine, said Branka Grubor-Bauk, an Associate Professor at the University of Adelaide. "This vaccine is unique because it targets a protein inside, rather than outside of the virus meaning it won't enhance the symptoms of closely related viruses such as dengue fever, in people who have been vaccinated," Grubor-Bauk said. ...Less

First discovered in 1947, the mosquito-borne virus Zika virus reached epidemic proportions in Brazil in 2 ...More

First discovered in 1947, the mosquito-borne virus Zika virus reached epidemic proportions in Brazil in 2015, when thousands of babies were born with microcephaly, a disorder that causes babies to be born with abnormally small heads and underdeveloped brains. ...Less

Home Minister Rajnath Singh today congratulated a doctoral student hailing from Uttar Pradesh who is part ...More

Home Minister Rajnath Singh today congratulated a doctoral student hailing from Uttar Pradesh who is part of a team in the US which successfully decoded Zika virus. ...Less

Additional Chief Secretary (Health) Veenu Gupta told reporters that 29 persons have been tested positive ...More

Additional Chief Secretary (Health) Veenu Gupta told reporters that 29 persons have been tested positive for Zika virus in the city and efforts are on to contain the spread of the virus. ...Less

WHO said two additional cases were then identified through the Acute Febrile Illness (AFI) and the Antena ...More

WHO said two additional cases were then identified through the Acute Febrile Illness (AFI) and the Antenatal clinic (ANC) surveillance. ...Less

An IAF personnel from Kanpur in Uttar Pradesh tested positive for Zika virus on October 23, following whi ...More

An IAF personnel from Kanpur in Uttar Pradesh tested positive for Zika virus on October 23, following which the Union Health Ministry had sent a high-level multidisciplinary team to Uttar Pradesh. ...Less

WHO urged Southeast Asian countries and India to strengthen surveillance and take preventive measures aga ...More

WHO urged Southeast Asian countries and India to strengthen surveillance and take preventive measures against Zika virus. ...Less

In a statement, the ministry said the multidisciplinary team comprising an entomologist, public health sp ...More

In a statement, the ministry said the multidisciplinary team comprising an entomologist, public health specialists and gynaecologist drawn from the National Vector Borne Disease Control Programme, National Centre for Disease Control and RML Hospital, New Delhi has been deployed to assist the state health authorities for control and containment measures of Zika virus disease. ...Less

Since its discovery in the Zika forest in Uganda in 1947, several outbreaks of ZVD have been reported fro ...More

Since its discovery in the Zika forest in Uganda in 1947, several outbreaks of ZVD have been reported from Africa, Southeast Asia, and the Pacific Islands. ...Less

An epidemic of Zika virus has been happening in Brazil since April 2015. Six months after the onset of th ...More

An epidemic of Zika virus has been happening in Brazil since April 2015. Six months after the onset of the Zika virus outbreak, there was an unusual increase in newborns with microcephaly. ...Less

Andhra Pradesh Government decided to set up help desks in the airports and sea ports in the state as part ...More

Andhra Pradesh Government decided to set up help desks in the airports and sea ports in the state as part of efforts to deal with Zika virus. ...Less

Responding to a question on whether the country has the infrastructure and expertise for testing and trea ...More

Responding to a question on whether the country has the infrastructure and expertise for testing and treating persons infected with the Zika virus, Pawar said the country has requisite expertise and infrastructure to test and treat persons infected with Zika. ...Less

The findings also show that Zika virus is present in the blood very early during infection and remains in ...More

The findings also show that Zika virus is present in the blood very early during infection and remains in some tissues for a long time. ...Less

The team of the Unnao Nagar Nigam carried out a massive fogging exercise in and around the residence of t ...More

The team of the Unnao Nagar Nigam carried out a massive fogging exercise in and around the residence of the infected person and the malaria department is spraying anti-larva chemicals. ...Less

According to the World Health Organization's classification scheme on the prevalence of Zika virus, India ...More

According to the World Health Organization's classification scheme on the prevalence of Zika virus, India is in category 2, indicating ongoing transmission of the virus. ...Less

The virus outbreak in some parts of the world has left many shaken, while others are waiting in dread whe ...More

The virus outbreak in some parts of the world has left many shaken, while others are waiting in dread when it will hit them. ...Less

The first positive case of Zika virus in Jaipur was reported on September 21 which alerted the authoritie ...More

The first positive case of Zika virus in Jaipur was reported on September 21 which alerted the authorities both at the state and the centre. ...Less

The elderly victim, had an underlying health condition, died in late June after traveling to a country wh ...More

The elderly victim, had an underlying health condition, died in late June after traveling to a country where the Zika virus is active. ...Less

"It is hard to predict when the first vaccine will be licensed for use. Knowledge gained over the years f ...More

"It is hard to predict when the first vaccine will be licensed for use. Knowledge gained over the years from vaccine development of other flaviviruses should help expedite the process." ...Less

In early 2015, a Zika virus outbreak in Brazil was soon followed by a high number of microcephaly cases, ...More

In early 2015, a Zika virus outbreak in Brazil was soon followed by a high number of microcephaly cases, in which babies are born with abnormally small heads. ...Less

Obama and Rousseff agreed to continue to prioritise building national, regional, and global capacity to c ...More

Obama and Rousseff agreed to continue to prioritise building national, regional, and global capacity to combat infectious disease threats more broadly. ...Less

In three Brazilian infants with microcephaly, the researchers from Stanford University in the US and coll ...More

In three Brazilian infants with microcephaly, the researchers from Stanford University in the US and colleagues observed retinal lesions. ...Less

In turn, hyper-activated TLR3 turns off genes that stem cells need to specialise into brain cells and tur ...More

In turn, hyper-activated TLR3 turns off genes that stem cells need to specialise into brain cells and turns on genes that trigger cell suicide. ...Less

All the 10 cases were detected in the Shastri Nagar area of Jaipur. ...More

All the 10 cases were detected in the Shastri Nagar area of Jaipur. ...Less

Having caused worldwide concern because of its connection to a neurological birth disorder, we list some ...More

Having caused worldwide concern because of its connection to a neurological birth disorder, we list some facts about it. ...Less

Singh admitted that even though the virus spreads through Aedes Aegypti mosquito, which is endemic to Ahm ...More

Singh admitted that even though the virus spreads through Aedes Aegypti mosquito, which is endemic to Ahmedabad, there was no cascading number in case of Zika. ...Less

Health awareness is being created; people have been made to understand the importance of maintaining clea ...More

Health awareness is being created; people have been made to understand the importance of maintaining cleanliness and hygiene in and around houses. Mosquito fogging is being done near the area where the Zika virus was detected and the revenue department has also been urged to cooperate with the health department and take necessary action to contain further spread of the virus. ...Less

India is among five countries where projects are underway to develop vaccines to fight the deadly Zika vi ...More

India is among five countries where projects are underway to develop vaccines to fight the deadly Zika virus affecting newborns in 38 countries. ...Less

A 70-year-old man from Gandhinagar, Gujarat, was diagnosed with the Zika virus after being hospitalized f ...More

A 70-year-old man from Gandhinagar, Gujarat, was diagnosed with the Zika virus after being hospitalized for symptoms including cold, fever, and joint pain. He has since recovered and been discharged. Although his infection was confirmed four days ago, he had already been discharged a week prior. Health authorities conducted surveillance in his residential area but found no other suspected cases. ...Less

In view of the outbreak of Zika virus, the govt has issued travel advisory urging pregnant women to defer ...More

In view of the outbreak of Zika virus, the govt has issued travel advisory urging pregnant women to defer or cancel their travel to the affected areas ...Less

The patients in Lucknow -- a 30-year-old man residing in Hussainganj area and a 24-year-old woman from Kr ...More

The patients in Lucknow -- a 30-year-old man residing in Hussainganj area and a 24-year-old woman from Krishnanagar area on Kanpur Road -- have been isolated and are stable. Their samples were taken for tests under random sampling. ...Less

With so much happening in the world of health, we bring the major highlights. ...More

With so much happening in the world of health, we bring the major highlights. ...Less

According to Karnataka Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao, after the first case was detected, tests were co ...More

According to Karnataka Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao, after the first case was detected, tests were conducted in the surrounding areas and five cases of Zika infection were found. Accordingly, containment has been done. The Minister said Zika too has simple symptoms and its treatment is similar to dengue. ...Less

'Any regions within the virus structure unique to Zika have the potential to explain differences in how a ...More

'Any regions within the virus structure unique to Zika have the potential to explain differences in how a virus is transmitted and how it manifests as a disease,' ...Less

No Zika virus case has been reported so far in India but there is a need to remain alert and vigilant, sa ...More

No Zika virus case has been reported so far in India but there is a need to remain alert and vigilant, said Union Health Minister J P Nadda, who will be holding a review meeting tomorrow in New Delhi. ...Less

A 35-year-old man, hailing from nearby Poonthura and a 41-year-old woman, native of Sashtamangalam, were ...More

A 35-year-old man, hailing from nearby Poonthura and a 41-year-old woman, native of Sashtamangalam, were found infected with the virus, state Health Minister Veena George said. ...Less

"This is the first confirmed case in Karnataka. It came to light when the serum was subjected to Dengue a ...More

"This is the first confirmed case in Karnataka. It came to light when the serum was subjected to Dengue and Chikungunya test. Usually 10 per cent of such samples are sent to Pune for test, out of which this has come across as positive," the Minister said. ...Less

ICMR will undertake phase-II trial of the vaccine to establish the efficacy and safety of the vaccine alo ...More

ICMR will undertake phase-II trial of the vaccine to establish the efficacy and safety of the vaccine along with its adverse effects. ...Less

The symptoms are similar to dengue and they include fever, rashes and joint pain. Health Minister of the ...More

The symptoms are similar to dengue and they include fever, rashes and joint pain. Health Minister of the State Veena George said an action plan has been drawn up to control the spread of Zika. ...Less

Indian scientists had even stored a vial of the pathogen, ICMR Director-General Soumya Swaminathan said. ...More

Indian scientists had even stored a vial of the pathogen, ICMR Director-General Soumya Swaminathan said. ...Less

Fogging and other anti-larvae activities are being carried out in the Shastri Nagar area to prevent the s ...More

Fogging and other anti-larvae activities are being carried out in the Shastri Nagar area to prevent the spread of the virus. ...Less

Zika is a mosquito-borne virus that spreads through the bite of an infected Aedes species of mosquito, wh ...More

Zika is a mosquito-borne virus that spreads through the bite of an infected Aedes species of mosquito, which bites during the day, symptoms of this disease are mild fever, rashes, conjunctivitis, muscle and joint pain, malaise or a headache. ...Less

The recent outbreak has highlighted the urgent need to establish genetic tools for studying how the virus ...More

The recent outbreak has highlighted the urgent need to establish genetic tools for studying how the virus multiplies ...Less

Zika virus spreads through the bite of the aedes aegymosquito and most patients do not have symptoms. The ...More

Zika virus spreads through the bite of the aedes aegymosquito and most patients do not have symptoms. The typical symptoms include fever, body ache and conjunctivitis, and pregnant women should be more careful, the statement said. ...Less

Elaborating on the measures taken by the government, Mandaviya said the Union Ministry of Health has prep ...More

Elaborating on the measures taken by the government, Mandaviya said the Union Ministry of Health has prepared and widely disseminated Zika action plan, detailing control and containment activities to be followed in the event of an outbreak. ...Less

According to a Health Ministry official, 29 people have so far been tested positive for the disease in Ra ...More

According to a Health Ministry official, 29 people have so far been tested positive for the disease in Rajasthan. ...Less

The Government issued guidelines on Zika virus disease including travel advisory urging pregnant women to ...More

The Government issued guidelines on Zika virus disease including travel advisory urging pregnant women to defer travel to affected countries. ...Less

Zika was also detected in the southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu in July 2017. The World Health Organiza ...More

Zika was also detected in the southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu in July 2017. The World Health Organization has said no vaccine is likely to be available until 2020. ...Less

External Affairs Ministry Spokesperson Vikas Swarup said Indian Embassy in Singapore has reported that 13 ...More

External Affairs Ministry Spokesperson Vikas Swarup said Indian Embassy in Singapore has reported that 13 Indians have been affected by Zika virus. ...Less

Ensuring availability of logistics such as adulticide and larvicide at all levels, up to villages, are am ...More

Ensuring availability of logistics such as adulticide and larvicide at all levels, up to villages, are among the intervention measures that are to be implemented effectively, in the interest of public health. ...Less

Zika virus is spreading rapidly in Latin America, and Asian governments have issued advisories in a bid t ...More

Zika virus is spreading rapidly in Latin America, and Asian governments have issued advisories in a bid to contain the spread of the disease. ...Less

To deal with Zika, Swaminathan said, testing of people is being done in the country at present, besides l ...More

To deal with Zika, Swaminathan said, testing of people is being done in the country at present, besides looking at the issue of developing a vaccine. ...Less

The mosquito-borne illness called Zika has surged across Latin America, prompting fears that spring weath ...More

The mosquito-borne illness called Zika has surged across Latin America, prompting fears that spring weather could bring an explosion in cases. ...Less

Zika is caused by aedes aegypti mosquito which also transmits dengue and chikungunya and breeds in open s ...More

Zika is caused by aedes aegypti mosquito which also transmits dengue and chikungunya and breeds in open stagnant water. ...Less

New York, Jan 3 (IANS) Seven Zika virus proteins, believed to cause conditions, including birth defects s ...More

New York, Jan 3 (IANS) Seven Zika virus proteins, believed to cause conditions, including birth defects such as microcephaly and neurological problems such as Guillain-Barre syndrome, have been identified. ...Less

According to Chief Minister's Office (CMO), Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath instructed officials to seek A ...More

According to Chief Minister's Office (CMO), Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath instructed officials to seek ASHA workers' help. ...Less

A five-year-old boy from Venkatapuram village in Nellore district, Andhra Pradesh, is suspected of having ...More

A five-year-old boy from Venkatapuram village in Nellore district, Andhra Pradesh, is suspected of having the Zika virus. His blood sample has been sent to NIV, Pune for confirmation. The child has been shifted to Chennai for advanced treatment. Health officials have initiated precautionary measures in the village, including a health camp and increased sanitation. ...Less

A team led by Rajanish Giri, assistant professor of Biotechnology at IIT Mandi, is working on this subjec ...More

A team led by Rajanish Giri, assistant professor of Biotechnology at IIT Mandi, is working on this subject. ...Less

He added that the surveillance needs to be strengthened further to ensure that the positive cases are ide ...More

He added that the surveillance needs to be strengthened further to ensure that the positive cases are identified and isolated in time. ...Less

Lav Agarwal said, "There are some Zika cases which have been reported from Kerala. To monitor the situati ...More

Lav Agarwal said, "There are some Zika cases which have been reported from Kerala. To monitor the situation and to support the state government, a six-member team comprising public health experts, vector-borne disease experts and clinicians from AIIMS has already been issued instructions to reach there and support the state government in terms of management of Zika there." ...Less

Following reports of Zika Virus Disease (ZVD) spreading in Kerala, the health and family welfare departme ...More

Following reports of Zika Virus Disease (ZVD) spreading in Kerala, the health and family welfare department in Karnataka stepped up vector-control measures. In a circular issued on Friday, the department directed all districts to intensify integrated vector management. ...Less

Key factors that can combine to produce a Zika virus outbreak are expected to be present in 50 US cities ...More

Key factors that can combine to produce a Zika virus outbreak are expected to be present in 50 US cities during peak summer months, a new study has warned. ...Less

Health Minister J P Nadda said during Question Hour that "till date, this disease (zika) is not reported ...More

Health Minister J P Nadda said during Question Hour that "till date, this disease (zika) is not reported from India." ...Less

Of the fresh cases, two were natives of Anayara here, where a cluster of the disease had been identified ...More

Of the fresh cases, two were natives of Anayara here, where a cluster of the disease had been identified within a three kilometre radius, Health Minister Veena George said on Thursday. ...Less

London, Dec 20 (IANS) Change in weather patterns, brought on by the 'Godzilla' El Nino of 2015 -- one of ...More

London, Dec 20 (IANS) Change in weather patterns, brought on by the 'Godzilla' El Nino of 2015 -- one of the strongest on record, fuelled the Zika outbreak in South America, scientists have claimed. ...Less

So far the number of countries and territories in the Americas reporting Zika virus transmission has incr ...More

So far the number of countries and territories in the Americas reporting Zika virus transmission has increased to 37. ...Less

AIIMS recently held a workshop to acquaint doctors with the key symptoms of the disease and how to detect ...More

AIIMS recently held a workshop to acquaint doctors with the key symptoms of the disease and how to detect it at the earliest. ...Less

Genetically modified mosquitoes that would help fight the Zika virus are getting attention from US regula ...More

Genetically modified mosquitoes that would help fight the Zika virus are getting attention from US regulators as health officials raise alarms about the its spread. ...Less

A day after WHO declared emergency over the "explosive" spread of the virus, the Centre issued detailed g ...More

A day after WHO declared emergency over the "explosive" spread of the virus, the Centre issued detailed guidelines for combating the disease. ...Less

WHO estimates there could be up to 4 million cases of Zika in the Americas in the next year, but no recom ...More

WHO estimates there could be up to 4 million cases of Zika in the Americas in the next year, but no recommendations were made to restrict travel or trade. ...Less

The girl, who had other comorbidities, complained of fever and headache since August 20 and received trea ...More

The girl, who had other comorbidities, complained of fever and headache since August 20 and received treatment from a private hospital, the release said. She was on Tuesday shifted to a government hospital where her condition is stable, the corporation said. ...Less

Eye infection raises the possibility that people could acquire Zika infection through contact with tears ...More

Eye infection raises the possibility that people could acquire Zika infection through contact with tears from infected people. ...Less

Responding to the allegations, she said that the state has been adhering to the guidelines of WHO and ICM ...More

Responding to the allegations, she said that the state has been adhering to the guidelines of WHO and ICMR to classify COVID deaths, adding that the number of deaths reported after the first wave was almost correct. ...Less