The current COVID-19 pandemic has thrown the world into disarray since the virus responsible, SARS-CoV-2, was identified late last year. Scientists are continuously learning more about this virus, leading to numerous questions and doubts....
While we might still be unsure about whether COVID has reached its peak, the emergence of monkeypox has certainly taken us by surprise, dominating headlines as the latest declared pandemic....
Almost all of us have dealt with a bad cold at least once, right? It usually kicks off with coughs and sniffles, way more than we'd like. But let's be honest, we often think of the flu as just a pesky respiratory infection that makes us feel lousy...
What Is a Salmonella Infection?Salmonella is actually one of the most frequently encountered causes of food poisoning across the globe, representing the second most reported gastrointestinal disorder in the European Union [1]....
Well, if you've been keeping up with the news, you've probably noticed that COVID-19 is back in the headlines again. It feels like we're walking through the same door for the umpteenth time, doesn't it? Honestly, it can be pretty exhausting....
The summer we have all been waiting for has finally arrived, and who isn't thrilled about exploring the great outdoors under the sun? But here comes a twist — a threat that has been lurking in distant lands has made its way back....
As if the symptoms of COVID-19 weren't enough, health experts are noting an unusual and rare fungal infection known as Mucormycosis, often referred to as Black Fungus, among those affected by COVID-19....
An unusual turn of events has paved the way for an ancient fear. Leprosy, a disease with a long history that once afflicted bygone civilizations, seems to have made a comeback, this time in Central Florida....
Your kids seem to find joy in the messiest, most unhygienic places, right? They munch on everything they see without a thought, play with friends who might be coughing or sneezing, and wearing a mask? Well, that's just not on their radar....
The new Coronavirus has tragically claimed the lives of millions globally, leading to widespread fear. This fear has, unfortunately, paved the way for many falsehoods about the virus....
Have you heard about leptospirosis? It's becoming a hot topic in public health discussions. Both healthcare providers and the general public are quite worried about this bacterial infection caused by the leptospira bacteria, especially since it's...
Winter often brings with it a host of coughs and sneezes that many people mistake for the flu, but it might actually be human metapneumovirus (HMPV). The flu typically hits suddenly, bringing fever and muscle aches, while HMPV tends to develop more...
Dengue has become quite a concern lately, affecting many people from children to adults. This mosquito-borne tropical disease is primarily caused by the dengue virus (DENV), which is prevalent in tropical and subtropical regions....
COVID-19 has taken the world by storm, leading to a tragic loss of life since late last year. The fear surrounding this virus is palpable, primarily because we still don't fully understand its origins or the best ways to prevent and treat infections....
When the pandemic first hit, scientists speculated whether COVID-19 would manifest in waves, similar to past viral outbreaks. As it turns out, they were right....