Texas Tech professor to research Zika virus – El Paso Inc.10/13/2017Texas Tech professor to research Zika virusEl Paso Inc.The National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Disease has awarded Haoquan Wu a two-year, $420,000 grant to study the mosquito-borne virus Zika. Haoquan, an associate professor at the Paul L. Foster School […]
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Probable Zika case found in Laguna Heights – Port isabel south padre10/13/2017Probable Zika case found in Laguna HeightsPort isabel south padreAccording to the city manager, the unidentified woman “presented with symptoms consistent with the Zika virus” during a visit to a Port Isabel clinic. The virus could not be detected […]
Probable Zika case found in Laguna Heights – Port isabel ...
Experimental Zika Virus Vaccine Ready for Trial Testing – KRGV10/13/2017KRGVExperimental Zika Virus Vaccine Ready for Trial TestingKRGVEDINBURG – An experimental Zika virus vaccine arrived in the Rio Grande Valley and is ready for trial. Researchers at Doctors Hospital at Renaissance are asking people between the ages of 15 to 35 […]
Experimental Zika Virus Vaccine Ready for Trial Testing – KRGV
Academic Antibodies Attack Zika and Dengue – Technology Networks10/12/2017Technology NetworksAcademic Antibodies Attack Zika and DengueTechnology NetworksThe researchers began by comparing the virus neutralizing ability of the EDE1-B10 antibodies against four different type of dengue virus and the African and Asian-American strains of the Zika virus in cells in culture. They […]
Academic Antibodies Attack Zika and Dengue – Technology Networks
Single case of locally transmitted Zika virus confirmed by Florida health department – ABC News10/12/2017STATSingle case of locally transmitted Zika virus confirmed by Florida health departmentABC NewsAfter the couple returned home, one partner fell ill to symptoms consistent with Zika virus infection, according to the health department. Evidence from a […]
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New 'dipstick' test for Zika, dengue – ModernMedicine10/11/2017ModernMedicineNew 'dipstick' test for Zika, dengueModernMedicineA fast and cost-effective new dipstick test for Zika virus (ZKV) can distinguish between it and dengue viruses (DENV) without cross-reactivity, according to a report in Science Translational Medicine. The diagnostic also is an advance, said the … […]
New 'dipstick' test for Zika, dengue – ModernMedicine
CARPHA launches new initiative to deal with Zika virus – Jamaica Observer10/11/2017Jamaica ObserverCARPHA launches new initiative to deal with Zika virusJamaica ObserverPORT Of SPAIN, Trinidad (CMC) — Two years after the first outbreak of the mosquito borne disease, Zika, in the Caribbean, the Trinidad-based Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA) says […]
CARPHA launches new initiative to deal with Zika virus – ...
Better 'mini brains' could help scientists identify treatments for Zika-related brain damage – UCLA Newsroom10/10/2017UCLA NewsroomBetter 'mini brains' could help scientists identify treatments for Zika-related brain damageUCLA NewsroomIn a study published in the journal Cell Reports, the researchers used the organoids to better understand how Zika infects and damages fetal […]
Better 'mini brains' could help scientists identify treatments for Zika-related ...
FDA approves Roche's Zika blood test – pharmaphorum10/09/2017pharmaphorumFDA approves Roche's Zika blood testpharmaphorumThe FDA has approved the first commercial screening test for Zika virus in blood donations. It approved Roche's test as part of its efforts to prevent spread of the disease through blood donations in the US. The newly […]
FDA approves Roche's Zika blood test – pharmaphorum
Single Mutation Contributes to Fetal Microcephaly in Zika Virus – Infectious Disease Advisor10/10/2017Single Mutation Contributes to Fetal Microcephaly in Zika VirusInfectious Disease AdvisorThe researchers found that a single serine to glutamin substitution (S139N) in the viral polyprotein substantially increased Zika virus infectivity in both human and mouse neural progenitor cells. […]
Single Mutation Contributes to Fetal Microcephaly in Zika Virus – ...
Will Weatherford endorses Ardian Zika for HD 37 seat in 2018 – Florida Politics (blog)10/09/2017Florida Politics (blog)Will Weatherford endorses Ardian Zika for HD 37 seat in 2018Florida Politics (blog)Former House Speaker Will Weatherford is endorsing Ardian Zika for the Pasco County-based House District 37 seat. “I've known Ardian Zika for […]
Will Weatherford endorses Ardian Zika for HD 37 seat in ...
Some US Olympians Got West Nile in Brazil, But Not Zika – U.S. News & World Report10/09/2017fox13now.comSome US Olympians Got West Nile in Brazil, But Not ZikaU.S. News & World ReportFor this study, University of Utah researchers monitored Americans who attended the Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro, held at […]
Some US Olympians Got West Nile in Brazil, But Not ...
U of U scientists detail findings of Zika virus study conducted during Olympic Games10/08/2017fox13now.comU of U scientists detail findings of Zika virus study conducted during Olympic Gamesfox13now.comSALT LAKE CITY — University of Utah scientists say they've made a surprise discovery about Olympic athletes who traveled to Brazil last year. They […]
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Instant Dengue, Zika Viruses Tests 'Work Like Typical Pregnancy Test' – Sputnik International10/08/2017Sputnik InternationalInstant Dengue, Zika Viruses Tests 'Work Like Typical Pregnancy Test'Sputnik InternationalAn international scientific team has developed a low-cost instant test for the dengue and Zika viruses. Dr. Helena de Puig, one of the first authors of the […]
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FDA Approves Test to Screen Donated Blood for Zika – Gears Of Biz10/07/2017FDA Approves Test to Screen Donated Blood for ZikaGears Of Biz“Today's action represents the first approval of a Zika virus detection test for use with screening the nation's blood supply,” Dr. Peter Marks said Thursday in an agency […]
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Zika microcephaly linked to single mutation10/03/2017Nature.comZika microcephaly linked to single mutationNature.comBirth defects caused by the Zika virus are due to a single mutation in the virus's genome. In South America, the virus has been linked to microcephaly — undersized heads and brains — in children whose mothers were infected while […]
Zika microcephaly linked to single mutation
Antibody cocktail 'potentially feasible' for Zika therapy – Gears Of Biz10/07/2017Antibody cocktail 'potentially feasible' for Zika therapyGears Of BizResearchers injected the antibody trio into four lab monkeys, and a day later they were exposed to the Zika virus. None of the monkeys developed Zika infection during three weeks of observation, […]
Antibody cocktail 'potentially feasible' for Zika therapy – Gears Of ...
This paper-based test quickly diagnoses Zika – Medical Design & Outsourcing10/06/2017Medical Design & OutsourcingThis paper-based test quickly diagnoses ZikaMedical Design & OutsourcingOne of the other challenges of diagnosing Zika is that a lot of the tests are based on antibodies that interact with NS1, a viral protein found in the […]
This paper-based test quickly diagnoses Zika – Medical Design & ...
Zika case first in 2017 – Valley morning Star10/06/2017Brownsville HeraldZika case first in 2017Valley morning StarBROWNSVILLE — The first probable case in 2017 of the Zika virus being acquired locally has been confirmed in Cameron County, according to health authorities. County health officials on Thursday reported the case involves a […]
Zika case first in 2017 – Valley morning Star
UT Medical Branch researchers are one step closer to protecting humans from Zika – UT The Daily Texan10/03/2017UT The Daily TexanUT Medical Branch researchers are one step closer to protecting humans from ZikaUT The Daily TexanA single-dose Zika vaccine developed by UT Medical Branch researchers is one step closer to […]
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Discovery Offers Clues to Why Zika Became More Dangerous – R & D Magazine10/05/2017R & D MagazineDiscovery Offers Clues to Why Zika Became More DangerousR & D MagazineUniversity of Nebraska-Lincoln virologists have identified a Zika mutation that may help explain why the virus became more lethal during outbreaks that sickened […]
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Discovery offers clues to why Zika became more dangerous – Medical Xpress10/04/2017Medical XpressDiscovery offers clues to why Zika became more dangerousMedical XpressUniversity of Nebraska-Lincoln virologists have identified a Zika mutation that may help explain why the virus became more lethal during outbreaks that sickened tens of thousands of people in […]
Discovery offers clues to why Zika became more dangerous – ...
Zika vaccine shows promise in early human trial – Reuters10/04/2017ReutersZika vaccine shows promise in early human trialReutersFILE PHOTO: An Aedes aegypti mosquito is seen inside a test tube as part of a research on preventing the spread of the Zika virus and other mosquito-borne diseases at a control and prevention […]
Zika vaccine shows promise in early human trial – Reuters
Wilton Simpson latest Republican to back Ardian Zika in HD 37 race – SaintPetersBlog (blog)10/03/2017SaintPetersBlog (blog)Wilton Simpson latest Republican to back Ardian Zika in HD 37 raceSaintPetersBlog (blog)“Ardian Zika's story is a modern-day story of the American Dream,” Simpson said Tuesday in a statement from the Zika campaign, referring to […]
Wilton Simpson latest Republican to back Ardian Zika in HD ...
Sudden increase in Zika's potency linked to small mutation – Genetic Literacy Project10/04/2017Genetic Literacy ProjectSudden increase in Zika's potency linked to small mutationGenetic Literacy ProjectIt remains one of the great mysteries of the Zika epidemic: Why did a virus that existed for decades elsewhere in the world suddenly seem to […]
Sudden increase in Zika's potency linked to small mutation – ...
Costa Rica Confirms 307 Zika Cases – Radio Cadena Agramonte10/03/2017Radio Cadena AgramonteCosta Rica Confirms 307 Zika CasesRadio Cadena AgramonteSan Jose, Oct 3.- Statistics from the Ministry of Health of Costa Rica confirm today 307 Zika cases in the first 38 weeks of 2017, while notifying 2,124 people likely to carry […]
Costa Rica Confirms 307 Zika Cases – Radio Cadena Agramonte
CDC shutters command center for Zika monitoring – Medical Xpress10/03/2017Medical XpressCDC shutters command center for Zika monitoringMedical XpressWith Zika waning in the Caribbean and South America, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced on Friday that the federal agency was deactivating the command center for monitoring and coordinating emergency […]
CDC shutters command center for Zika monitoring – Medical Xpress
CDC Deactivates the Emergency Operations Center for Zika Response – Infection Control Today10/01/2017CDC Deactivates the Emergency Operations Center for Zika ResponseInfection Control TodayThe Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) deactivated its emergency response for Zika virus (Zika) to transition efforts to normal program operations on Sept. 29, 2017. On […]
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Chinese Scientists Discover Why Zika Virus Causes Babies to Have Small Heads – NextShark10/02/2017NextSharkChinese Scientists Discover Why Zika Virus Causes Babies to Have Small HeadsNextSharkA team of scientists, led by Cheng-Feng Qin of the Beijing Institute of Microbiology and Epidemiology in China, may have just discovered why the Zika virus […]
Chinese Scientists Discover Why Zika Virus Causes Babies to Have ...
Zika infections are well below Florida's 2016 level – The Real Deal Magazine10/01/2017Bangladesh News 24 hoursZika infections are well below Florida's 2016 levelThe Real Deal MagazineReported cases of Zika infection have plunged in Florida this year, sparing the state from further declines in tourist traffic due to the mosquito-borne virus. […]
Zika infections are well below Florida's 2016 level – The ...
Single mutation in Zika virus causes microcephaly – Healio10/01/2017Single mutation in Zika virus causes microcephalyHealioResearchers identified a single genetic mutation in Zika virus that significantly enhances its infectivity and results in microcephaly. “Our findings offer an explanation for the unexpected causal link of [Zika virus (ZIKV)] to microcephaly, and will […]
Single mutation in Zika virus causes microcephaly – Healio
Global Zika Virus Testing Market 2017- ARUP Laboratories, Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics Inc – News of Columnist: Research News By09/30/2017News of Columnist: Research News By Market.BizGlobal Zika Virus Testing Market 2017- ARUP Laboratories, Siemens Healthcare Diagnostics IncNews of Columnist: Research News By Market.BizGlobal Zika Virus Testing Market 2017 Research Report presents […]
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Low-cost test to pinpoint Zika virus – The Hindu09/30/2017Low-cost test to pinpoint Zika virusThe HinduA new test that resembles a pregnancy indicator strip can help detect Zika and dengue viruses in blood, according to a study which used serum samples from several countries including India. The test developed by researchers, […]
Low-cost test to pinpoint Zika virus – The Hindu
Once harmless, the Zika virus became lethal after a single genetic mutation took hold around 2013 – Los Angeles Times09/28/2017Los Angeles TimesOnce harmless, the Zika virus became lethal after a single genetic mutation took hold around 2013Los Angeles TimesThe Chinese researchers also came close to pinpointing the time at which […]
Once harmless, the Zika virus became lethal after a single ...
Jamaica gets US$250K to eradicate Zika-carrying mosquitoes – Jamaica Observer09/29/2017Jamaica ObserverJamaica gets US$250K to eradicate Zika-carrying mosquitoesJamaica ObserverProject Manager at the Jamaica Red Cross, Kalesha Henlon (left), engages with stakeholders at a recent meeting at the entity's Central Village headquarters in St. Catherine, to provide an update on the Caribbean […]
Jamaica gets US$250K to eradicate Zika-carrying mosquitoes – Jamaica Observer
Bangkok has had 60 new Zika cases reported this year – Coconuts09/29/2017CoconutsBangkok has had 60 new Zika cases reported this yearCoconutsToday, health department officials said that they have reports of 60 new cases of Zika virus in Bangkok between Jan. 1 and Sept. 25. They plan to set up screening […]
Bangkok has had 60 new Zika cases reported this year ...
Preventing Zika from being transmitted to fetus is goal of new NIH grant to Hawaii – EurekAlert (press release)09/28/2017Preventing Zika from being transmitted to fetus is goal of new NIH grant to HawaiiEurekAlert (press release)New funding awarded to the University of Hawaii (UH) may lead to solution to a compelling […]
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How Zika Became So Dangerous For Babies – NPR09/28/2017NPRHow Zika Became So Dangerous For BabiesNPRFor decades, Zika had been a relatively innocuous disease. Since its discovery in 1947, the mosquito-borne virus had been circulating around Africa and Asia, almost undetected. It caused only a mild illness — a fever, a […]
How Zika Became So Dangerous For Babies – NPR
Integrated Volunteer Training Looks Towards Community Action on Zika – Reliefweb09/27/2017Integrated Volunteer Training Looks Towards Community Action on ZikaReliefwebAn integrated approach to Zika prevention is one of the cornerstones of the Community Action on Zika (CAZ) project. To this end, the International Federation of Red Cross Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) […]
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Anti-dengue antibodies can effectively treat Zika virus – New Kerala09/26/2017Anti-dengue antibodies can effectively treat Zika virusNew KeralaThe team, led by researchers at Imperial College London and Washington University in St Louis, found that the antibodies taken from the patients infected with Dengue virus not only prevented Zika-infected mice, but also […]
Anti-dengue antibodies can effectively treat Zika virus – New Kerala
Development of Virus-Like-Particle Vaccine and Reporter Assay for Zika Virus – Journal of Virology09/27/2017Development of Virus-Like-Particle Vaccine and Reporter Assay for Zika VirusJournal of VirologyRecent worldwide outbreaks of Zika virus (ZIKV) infection and the lack of an approved vaccine raise serious concerns regarding preparedness to combat this emerging virus. We […]
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More time spent outside linked to higher likelihood of Zika infection – Homeland Preparedness News09/26/2017Homeland Preparedness NewsMore time spent outside linked to higher likelihood of Zika infectionHomeland Preparedness NewsA recent study by a Northeastern University associate research scientist found that increased time spent outdoors correlated to a higher risk for […]
More time spent outside linked to higher likelihood of Zika ...
Texas Tech HSC tackling mosquito diseases – KFOX El Paso09/26/2017KFOX El PasoTexas Tech HSC tackling mosquito diseasesKFOX El Paso“Because West Nile is endemic here, sooner or later Zika will come so the question is how well are we prepared for that.” The research team has already developed a preliminary Zika […]
Texas Tech HSC tackling mosquito diseases – KFOX El Paso
Neutralization Assay for Zika and Dengue Viruses by Use of Real-Time-PCR-Based Endpoint Assessment – Journal of Clinical Microbiology09/25/2017Neutralization Assay for Zika and Dengue Viruses by Use of Real-Time-PCR-Based Endpoint AssessmentJournal of Clinical MicrobiologyThe global spread and infective complications of Zika virus (ZKV) and dengue virus (DENV) have made them flaviviruses […]
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Anti-dengue antibodies can effectively treat Zika virus – Business Standard09/26/2017Anti-dengue antibodies can effectively treat Zika virusBusiness StandardThe team, led by researchers at Imperial College London and Washington University in St Louis, found that the antibodies taken from the patients infected with Dengue virus not only prevented Zika-infected mice, but also […]
Anti-dengue antibodies can effectively treat Zika virus – Business Standard
Africa: Move Over Malaria – Mosquitoes Carrying Zika, Dengue May Thrive in Warmer Africa09/24/2017Africa: Move Over Malaria – Mosquitoes Carrying Zika, Dengue May Thrive in Warmer AfricaAllAfrica.comThe Aedes aegypti mosquito, which spreads debilitating and potentially deadly viruses, from Zika and dengue to chikungunya, thrives in warmer climates than its malaria-carrying […]
Africa: Move Over Malaria – Mosquitoes Carrying Zika, Dengue May ...
Human Dengue Virus Antibodies Protect Mice and Unborn Pups from Zika Virus – Genetic Engineering & Biotechnology News09/25/2017Human Dengue Virus Antibodies Protect Mice and Unborn Pups from Zika VirusGenetic Engineering & Biotechnology NewsScientists in the U.K. and U.S. have shown that antibodies from patients infected with Dengue virus (DENV) can […]
Human Dengue Virus Antibodies Protect Mice and Unborn Pups from ...
Scientists at the University of Southampton find revolutionary cure against Zika Virus – Daily Echo09/25/2017Daily EchoScientists at the University of Southampton find revolutionary cure against Zika VirusDaily EchoSOUTHAMPTON scientists have found a breakthrough in the bid to find a cure for a disease that has infected millions. University of Southampton […]
Scientists at the University of Southampton find revolutionary cure against ...
Move over malaria: Mosquitoes carrying Zika, dengue may thrive in warmer Africa – Times of Oman09/24/2017Times of OmanMove over malaria: Mosquitoes carrying Zika, dengue may thrive in warmer AfricaTimes of OmanThe Aedes aegypti mosquito, which spreads debilitating and potentially deadly viruses, from Zika and dengue to chikungunya, thrives in warmer […]
Move over malaria: Mosquitoes carrying Zika, dengue may thrive in ...
Insight into Ongoing Research on Auditory Complications in Babies with Congenital Zika Syndrome09/23/2017Contagionlive.comInsight into Ongoing Research on Auditory Complications in Babies with Congenital Zika SyndromeContagionlive.comViviane Boaventura, MD, MsC, PhD, researcher, Fiocruz-Bahia, Gonçalo Moniz Institute, Brazil, discusses ongoing research related to auditory complications due to congenital Zika syndrome. Dr. Boaventura shares […]
Insight into Ongoing Research on Auditory Complications in Babies with ...
Mosquitoes carrying deadly diseases could invade 75% of America, warns US government – The Independent09/21/2017The IndependentMosquitoes carrying deadly diseases could invade 75% of America, warns US governmentThe IndependentMosquitoes capable of spreading serious and potentially deadly diseases such as Zika, dengue and yellow fever could invade about three-quarters of mainland United […]
Mosquitoes carrying deadly diseases could invade 75% of America, warns ...
UTRGV, US and Mexican health officials discuss results at binational Zika conference – The Edinburg Review09/23/2017The Edinburg ReviewUTRGV, US and Mexican health officials discuss results at binational Zika conferenceThe Edinburg ReviewMore than 30 officials representing local, state and national health organizations from the United States and Mexico gathered Wednesday at […]
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Cayman authorized to test for Zika, dengue – Cayman Compass09/22/2017Cayman CompassCayman authorized to test for Zika, dengueCayman CompassTesting for mosquito-borne diseases such as Zika, dengue and chikungunya can now be carried out in the Cayman Islands after the Health Services Authority's laboratory was authorized by the U.S. Centers for Disease […]
Cayman authorized to test for Zika, dengue – Cayman Compass
Zika Virus Associated With High Risk for Neurologic Complications in Adults – Neurology Advisor09/22/2017Neurology AdvisorZika Virus Associated With High Risk for Neurologic Complications in AdultsNeurology AdvisorThe Zika virus may be associated with a high risk for neurologic complications in affected adults, according to results published in JAMA Neurology. Investigators conducted […]
Zika Virus Associated With High Risk for Neurologic Complications in ...
Zika hit Florida months before infections found, study says – Edmonton Journal09/22/2017Edmonton JournalZika hit Florida months before infections found, study saysEdmonton JournalNEW YORK — Zika began spreading in Florida mosquitoes about three months before infections showed up in the Miami area last summer, and the virus likely was carried in […]
Zika hit Florida months before infections found, study says – ...
In US, spread of Zika linked to time outdoors – EurekAlert (press release)09/21/2017In US, spread of Zika linked to time outdoorsEurekAlert (press release)When Zika first buzzed into the continental United States during the 2016 outbreak, Florida was hit first–and hardest–with 1,174 documented cases to date. So, when Marco Ajelli, associate […]
In US, spread of Zika linked to time outdoors – ...
Training Trainers: Preparing Others for Zika Outbreak – RGVProud09/21/2017RGVProudTraining Trainers: Preparing Others for Zika OutbreakRGVProudBROWNSVILLE, TX – More than 300 cases of zika reported in the state of Texas between 2015 and 2016. Most of them are travel related. In December 2016, the first 6 locally acquired cases came from […]
Training Trainers: Preparing Others for Zika Outbreak – RGVProud
Vinh Long reports 1st Zika case – VietNamNet Bridge09/20/2017VietNamNet BridgeVinh Long reports 1st Zika caseVietNamNet BridgeThe Vinh Long Preventive Medical Centre has discovered the first ever case of Zika in the province. Vinh Long reports 1st Zika case, social news, vietnamnet bridge, english news,. The victim, 63, identified only as […]
Vinh Long reports 1st Zika case – VietNamNet Bridge
Hidalgo County commissioners proclaim Sept. 23 as Zika Action Day – KGBT-TV09/20/2017KGBT-TVHidalgo County commissioners proclaim Sept. 23 as Zika Action DayKGBT-TV"This upcoming Saturday, Hidalgo County health along with both our CDC partners and the Department of Health and State Human Services and University of Texas Rio Grande Valley will be […]
Hidalgo County commissioners proclaim Sept. 23 as Zika Action Day ...
PET imaging helps scientists to study progression of Zika virus infection in mice09/20/2017News-Medical.netPET imaging helps scientists to study progression of Zika virus infection in miceNews-Medical.netFor the first time, scientists have used Positron Emission Tomography (PET) imaging to study brain inflammation following Zika virus infection in mice, according to a study […]
PET imaging helps scientists to study progression of Zika virus ...
Healthcast : The Zika Virus and Exposure09/19/2017EverythingLubbock.comHealthcast : The Zika Virus and ExposureEverythingLubbock.comLUBBOCK, TX – A new study found the amount of time you spend outdoors could increase your exposure to the Zika virus. Researchers said it is important to focus Zika control on recreational areas and tourist attractions and […]
Healthcast : The Zika Virus and Exposure
City plans public workshop on Zika virus prevention – Brownsville Herald09/19/2017Brownsville HeraldCity plans public workshop on Zika virus preventionBrownsville HeraldThe workshop will feature sessions that include unveiling and demonstration of the Mosquito Service Request website, City of Brownsville Health & Wellness Department Vector Control Informational Session and Zika virus prevention. […]
City plans public workshop on Zika virus prevention – Brownsville ...
Zika virus linked to “diving bell” syndrome: New evidence – The Canary09/18/2017The CanaryZika virus linked to “diving bell” syndrome: New evidenceThe CanaryThere is new evidence that Zika virus is causing a severe neurological disorder called Guillain-Barré syndrome, leaving some victims locked-in, like “The Diving Bell and the Butterfly” protagonist Jean-Dominique […]
Zika virus linked to “diving bell” syndrome: New evidence – ...
GeoVax Provides Update on its Zika Vaccine Development – Marketwired (press release)09/18/2017GeoVax Provides Update on its Zika Vaccine DevelopmentMarketwired (press release)Dr. Guirakhoo is presenting research showing that a single intramuscular dose of GeoVax's Zika vaccine gave 100% protection in normal mice challenged with a lethal dose of Zika virus (ZIKV) […]
GeoVax Provides Update on its Zika Vaccine Development – Marketwired ...
Spread of Zika linked to how much time people spend outside09/17/2017ETHealthworld.comSpread of Zika linked to how much time people spend outsideETHealthworld.comWhether a community is made up of people who spend their days entirely outside or those who rarely see sunshine, the amount of time residents spend outdoors can affect how […]
Spread of Zika linked to how much time people spend ...
Further evidence links Zika, Guillain-Barre syndrome – Philippine Star09/16/2017Further evidence links Zika, Guillain-Barre syndromePhilippine StarEvidence of Zika virus found in Colombian patients with Guillain-Barre syndrome supports the theory that Zika virus infection and Guillain-Barre syndrome are related and could occur parainfectiously, a study showed. “Study provides virologic evidence … Infants […]
Further evidence links Zika, Guillain-Barre syndrome – Philippine Star
'Exciting' discovery on path to develop new type of vaccine to treat global viruses – Science Daily09/16/2017'Exciting' discovery on path to develop new type of vaccine to treat global virusesScience DailyIn a study published in Science Immunology, researchers have shown that natural killer cells (NK cells), which are a fundamental […]
'Exciting' discovery on path to develop new type of vaccine ...
Jenex reports results date for Zika Virus treatment – Stockhouse09/15/2017StockhouseJenex reports results date for Zika Virus treatmentStockhouseThe Jenex Corporation (TSX: V.JEN, Forum) today announced that results are expected in the first week of October regarding the Company's TherO Zap™ technology. TherO Zap is a medical treatment designed to inactivate the […]
Jenex reports results date for Zika Virus treatment – Stockhouse
Vision Problems Common in Babies Infected With Zika09/14/2017Vision Problems Common in Babies Infected With ZikaPhilly.com14, 2017 (HealthDay News) — When Zika infections strike in the womb, babies' eyes likely suffer, researchers say. Two studies of Brazilian infants with confirmed and suspected Zika virus infection in the womb found that all […]
Vision Problems Common in Babies Infected With Zika
Infants with congenital Zika virus syndrome suffer serious visual impairment – Medical Xpress09/13/2017Medical XpressInfants with congenital Zika virus syndrome suffer serious visual impairmentMedical XpressAlthough one of the most serious consequences of the Zika virus (ZIKV) in infants is microcephaly, there is a broad collection of anomalies now known as congenital […]
Infants with congenital Zika virus syndrome suffer serious visual impairment ...
Research finds serious visual impairment among children with congenital Zika syndrome09/13/2017News-Medical.netResearch finds serious visual impairment among children with congenital Zika syndromeNews-Medical.netAlthough one of the most serious consequences of the Zika virus (ZIKV) in infants is microcephaly, there is a broad collection of anomalies now known as congenital Zika syndrome (CZS). […]
Research finds serious visual impairment among children with congenital Zika ...
Fighting Zika by trapping and killing mosquitos – American City & County09/13/2017American City & CountyFighting Zika by trapping and killing mosquitosAmerican City & CountyIn the summer of 2016, the Zika virus gained worldwide attention as thousands of cases emerged in South America. Once contracted, patients experience flu-like symptoms, including fever, […]
Fighting Zika by trapping and killing mosquitos – American City ...
Zika Virus Can Kill Cancer Cells in the Brain – NewsBlaze (registration) (blog)09/13/2017NewsBlaze (registration) (blog)Zika Virus Can Kill Cancer Cells in the BrainNewsBlaze (registration) (blog)The Zika virus is making headlines once again. But this time, it has nothing to do with its destructive nature, but its potential to kill deadly […]
Zika Virus Can Kill Cancer Cells in the Brain – ...
New Portable, Cost-effective Agile R100 Detects Zika Viral Protein with High Sensitivity and Specificity – PR Web (press release)09/12/2017PR Web (press release)New Portable, Cost-effective Agile R100 Detects Zika Viral Protein with High Sensitivity and SpecificityPR Web (press release)Antibodies developed by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) were used to directly […]
New Portable, Cost-effective Agile R100 Detects Zika Viral Protein with ...
Meet Zika's Lifesaving Side: It Kills Cancer – JSTOR Daily09/12/2017JSTOR DailyMeet Zika's Lifesaving Side: It Kills CancerJSTOR DailyTransmitted via mosquito bites and through sex, Zika may cause little to no symptoms in adults, but it targets and destroys a specific type of brain cells called neuroprogenitors, which foster the expansion […]
Meet Zika's Lifesaving Side: It Kills Cancer – JSTOR Daily
Sanofi Scrapped Controversial Zika Vaccine Plan After BARDA Cut Funding – Inside Health Policy (subscription)09/11/2017Sanofi Scrapped Controversial Zika Vaccine Plan After BARDA Cut FundingInside Health Policy (subscription)Sanofi says due to a cut in funding from the Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority (BARDA) it has scrapped its work on the […]
Sanofi Scrapped Controversial Zika Vaccine Plan After BARDA Cut Funding ...
Evolva Awarded Contract by US Government to Advance Novel Pest Control Product – Markets Insider09/11/2017Evolva Awarded Contract by US Government to Advance Novel Pest Control ProductMarkets InsiderThe key objective of this contract is to advance the development of safe, effective, and sustainably sourced next-generation products that can provide a new […]
Evolva Awarded Contract by US Government to Advance Novel Pest ...
Brian Tee of 'Chicago Med' Spreads Word About Zika Virus – U.S. News & World Report09/10/2017Brian Tee of 'Chicago Med' Spreads Word About Zika VirusU.S. News & World ReportBrian Tee of 'Chicago Med' Spreads Word About Zika Virus. Illinois officials are launching a new ad campaign about the Zika virus […]
Brian Tee of 'Chicago Med' Spreads Word About Zika Virus ...
Can Zika Be A Treatment For Brain Cancer? – Forbes – Forbes09/09/2017ForbesCan Zika Be A Treatment For Brain Cancer? – ForbesForbesWhile Zika has been a public enemy over the past two years, there may be ways to get Zika to work for good. Photographer: Dado Galdieri/Bloomberg.Mosquitoes Capable of Transmitting Zika […]
Can Zika Be A Treatment For Brain Cancer? – Forbes ...
Zika spread: Rubio asks HHS to prepare for spread after Irma – WPEC09/08/2017WPECZika spread: Rubio asks HHS to prepare for spread after IrmaWPECPALM BEACH COUNTY, Fla. (CBS 12) — As part of a letter writing campaign to Federal agencies, Florida Senator Marco Rubio asked the U.S. Department of Health and […]
Zika spread: Rubio asks HHS to prepare for spread after ...
Zika Associated with Similar Retinal Problems as Cobalamin C Deficiency – Monthly Prescribing Reference (registration)09/08/2017Zika Associated with Similar Retinal Problems as Cobalamin C DeficiencyMonthly Prescribing Reference (registration)HealthDay News — Retinal maldevelopment associated with congenital Zika syndrome (CZS) is similar to the maldevelopment seen with cobalamin C (cblC) deficiency, according to […]
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Researchers Hope Zika Virus Can Treat Deadly Brain Cancer – Healthline09/07/2017HealthlineResearchers Hope Zika Virus Can Treat Deadly Brain CancerHealthlineThe Zika virus swept through the Western hemisphere last year infecting millions and resulting in thousands of infants being born with the birth defect microcephaly. The virus' ability to reach the brain […]
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Global Zika Virus Vaccines Market 2017- NHI, Sanofi, GSK, Bharat, Takeda, Inovio Pharmaceuticals – Digital Journal09/07/2017Global Zika Virus Vaccines Market 2017- NHI, Sanofi, GSK, Bharat, Takeda, Inovio PharmaceuticalsDigital JournalThe Zika Virus Vaccines Market 2017 report offers feasibility study and integrated research on Zika Virus Vaccines. The research on Zika Virus […]
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Zika Virus Kills Brain Cancer Stem Cells – Bioscience Technology09/06/2017Zika Virus Kills Brain Cancer Stem CellsBioscience TechnologyBrain cancer stem cells (left) are killed by Zika virus infection (image at right shows cells after Zika treatment). A new study shows that the virus, known for killing cells in the brains of […]
Zika Virus Kills Brain Cancer Stem Cells – Bioscience Technology
Sanofi Stops Work on Two Zika Vaccines – Fox Business09/06/2017Sanofi Stops Work on Two Zika VaccinesFox BusinessDrugmaker Sanofi SA has ended its development of two Zika virus vaccines, citing a decline in new infections and limits on U.S. government funding, in a move that illustrates the challenges in sustaining research […]
Sanofi Stops Work on Two Zika Vaccines – Fox Business
Could the Zika Virus Help Battle a Deadly Brain Cancer? – Glens Falls Post-Star09/06/2017Could the Zika Virus Help Battle a Deadly Brain Cancer?Glens Falls Post-Star"Our study is a first step towards the development of safe and effective strains of Zika virus that could become important tools in neuro-oncology and the […]
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HCL Tech, John Hopkins University working on project to stem spread of Zika virus09/05/2017Moneycontrol.comHCL Tech, John Hopkins University working on project to stem spread of Zika virusMoneycontrol.comEven as larger rival Infosys continues to grapple with its board issues, HCL Technologies, India's fourth largest IT company, is quietly working on a […]
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Zika Virus Exploits Pregnant Women's Immune Systems to Infect & Replicate09/05/2017Contagionlive.comZika Virus Exploits Pregnant Women's Immune Systems to Infect & ReplicateContagionlive.comNew research from the Keck School of Medicine at University of Southern California (USC) has found that the Zika virus—known for causing devastating birth defects such as microcephaly in newborns—targets […]
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Zika targets pregnant women's immune system, almost like HIV, study says – Miami Herald08/21/2017Miami HeraldZika targets pregnant women's immune system, almost like HIV, study saysMiami HeraldLike an invader spotting a weakness in a castle's defenses, Zika targets specific white blood cells in a pregnant woman's immune system, enabling the virus […]
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State goes lax on Zika surveillance – Times of India09/04/2017State goes lax on Zika surveillanceTimes of IndiaAhmedabad: The city recorded the first three Zika positive cases in India, between November 2016 and April 2017. The state health department went into overdrive and sent 2,441 blood smear samples to the National […]
State goes lax on Zika surveillance – Times of India
Sanofi discontinues work on Zika vaccine – EPM Magazine09/04/2017EPM MagazineSanofi discontinues work on Zika vaccineEPM MagazineAfter being informed by The Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority (BARDA) that funding of Zika-related projects will be reduced, Sanofi has announced in a statement that it will 'not continue the development of, or […]
Sanofi discontinues work on Zika vaccine – EPM Magazine
July hotel occupancy increased in Miami-Dade and Broward – The Real Deal Magazine09/03/2017The Real Deal MagazineJuly hotel occupancy increased in Miami-Dade and BrowardThe Real Deal MagazineMany South Florida hotels got a year-over-year lift from the absence of obstacles to high occupancy in the summer of 2016, including an algae bloom […]
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Visiting NIH researcher says Zika vaccine coming soon – Virgin Islands Daily News09/03/2017Visiting NIH researcher says Zika vaccine coming soonVirgin Islands Daily NewsA top researcher with the National Institutes of Health said that a vaccine for the Zika virus should be available in a year or two. Mark Challberg, the […]
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Sanofi quietly pulls the plug on its Zika vaccine project – STAT09/02/2017STATSanofi quietly pulls the plug on its Zika vaccine projectSTATSanofi said BARDA — the Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority, an arm of the Department of Health and Human Services — informed the company in mid-August that it was […]
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Zika virus: Risk is down, but it's no time to be complacent – Statesboro Herald09/02/2017Statesboro HeraldZika virus: Risk is down, but it's no time to be complacentStatesboro HeraldCases of Zika infection have dropped significantly in Georgia and across the United States, public health officials say. Despite the decrease, the Atlanta-based […]
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Zika virus: still no clear answers – The Globe and Mail09/01/2017The Globe and MailZika virus: still no clear answersThe Globe and MailTwo years ago, doctors in cities in the northeast of Brazil began to see the first startling cases of what today is called congenital Zika syndrome (CZS) – babies […]
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Livonia Spraying Pesticides To Avoid Possible Zika Virus Outbreak – CBS Detroit09/01/2017Livonia Spraying Pesticides To Avoid Possible Zika Virus OutbreakCBS DetroitLIVONIA (WWJ) — Crews will be spraying an industrial area of Livonia today to avoid any chance of a Zika Virus outbreak. Livonia spokesman Brian Wilson says crews will be […]
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Case-control study finds more evidence of Zika-GBS link – CIDRAP08/31/2017CIDRAPCase-control study finds more evidence of Zika-GBS linkCIDRAPFindings from a case-control study in Brazil published yesterday strengthened the connection between Zika infection and Guillain-Barre syndrome (GBS) and found that older adults were hardest hit by the complication. A team from Brazil's […]
Case-control study finds more evidence of Zika-GBS link – CIDRAP
Downstate Michigan has first cases of mosquitoes that can carry Zika virus – Pioneer Tribune08/30/2017Downstate Michigan has first cases of mosquitoes that can carry Zika virusPioneer TribuneLANSING – Asian tiger mosquitoes have been found in Wayne County in the first documentation of this type of mosquito in the state, officials […]
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Community empowerment, not walls, will prevent Zika – The Hill (blog)08/30/2017The Hill (blog)Community empowerment, not walls, will prevent ZikaThe Hill (blog)Though news about instances of the Zika virus in the U.S. have quieted down since last fall, transmission of the virus hasn't stopped. As recently as late July, Texas officials […]