One of the body's key defenses against infection is a fever. Scientists say this may not work against the bird flu.

Viruses are really tiny, so you might think nothing could survive on a virus-based diet. But, according to a growing body of research, the right kind of microorganism can! Hosted by: Rose Bear Don't ...

New research shows feverish temperatures make it more difficult for viruses to hijack our cells. A mouse study suggests it's the heat itself that makes the difference.

A specialist in paediatric emergency medicine at Children's Health Ireland has said there has been a surge in children presenting with flu-like illnesses.

Researchers found differences in how respiratory syncytial virus spreads among children in rural versus urban communities and ...

Three cases of equine herpes (EHV-1) have surfaced in New Mexico, putting metro area horse and stable owners on guard and ...

Researchers found that rabies virus uses a shape-shifting protein to hijack RNA and control vital cell functions. Viruses are astonishingly efficient, able to take over our cells and control essential ...

One of its headline findings is that 23,000 fewer people would have died in England during the first wave had the government introduced a lockdown one week earlier, writes Tommy Meskill.

People in Guernsey have been urged to get their flu jab as soon as possible. Dr Nicola Brink, director of Public Health, said ...

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