The Latest Breaking News from Disease

Bat populations in Colorado may be headed for a decline that could cause ecological disruptions across the state.

Authorities confirm 46 cases and warn of weeks-long disruption as firms in Brixham hit by cancellations before school half-term

Biogen and Ionis discontinue ALS treatment development, emphasizing the need for continued research in neurodegenerative diseases.

According to the Global Burden of Disease Study 2021, countries where life expectancy is currently lower are expected to see the largest increase.

Research explores obesity-induced kidney injury, proteinuria, and WT1 reactivation as a potential target for prevention and treatment.

In the battle against diseases, the human body boasts an intricate defence network capable of identifying and neutralising threats – the immune system. It serves as a guardian, constantly patrolling the body to keep it safe from invaders like bacteria, viruses, and even cancer cells.

Dengue fever, a prevalent mosquito-borne illness in India, is accompanied by a range of myths that often cloud the understanding of the deadly disease. Here, we pick apart these misconceptions to provide clarity on Dengue and its implications for public health.

South West Water says it believes it has located the source where the parasite could have entered the water network

The World Health Organization recently announced an outbreak of hepatitis E in the eastern Ouaddai province of Chad. Between January and April 2024, 2,093 suspected hepatitis E cases were reported from two health districts. The Conversation Africa asked Kolawole Oluseyi Akande, a consultant gastroenterologist and hepatologist, to explain the causes,…