Deadly new virus could surface in UK due to climate change
Climate change may not just lead to a drastic change in weather patterns across the world but can also lead to the transmission of viruses.
Man discovers low-tech trick to kill thousands of mosquitoes each night
Want an easy way to kill mosquitoes? Just get yourself a large fan and a pitbull.
Climate change will fuel the rapid and unpredictable spread of deadly epidemics in Europe
Cholera, anthrax and Lyme disease are some of the most climate-sensitive diseases.
Scientists locate where the most deadly 'missing viruses' are hiding
How can you tell where an undiscovered virus will emerge that could infect humans?
Insight
-
Texas reports first case of locally transmitted Zika virus as woman becomes infected
-
Almost half of Americans are too scared to travel to Florida after Zika outbreak
-
Malaysia confirms first Zika case after Singapore outbreak as Indonesia on alert
-
Zika virus in Singapore: 13 Indians among people tested positive, confirms foreign ministry
More news
Number of pregnant New York women infected with Zika virus hits 56
Officials also worried by growing cases in Singapore and 'sleeping giant' in Haiti.
String of Zika cases across Miami Beach prompt fears over tourism
Authorities considering whether to advise pregnant women against travelling to the area.
Activists in Florida block release of GM mosquitoes which could suppress Zika outbreak
Opponents fear devastating unforeseen consequences if engineered life forms are released.
Texas newborn dies of Zika-linked microcephaly in first reported case in the US
Doctor warns America should 'except many similar deaths and stillbirths'.
Brazil scrambles to fill empty Olympic seats and fan desire of disinterested locals
Organisers are trucking in schoolchildren to fill out events after reports of thousands of unsold tickets.
Zika in the US: How the virus spread to an arty Miami suburb from the Brazil epicentre
Florida health officials say there are now 15 people in Miami who contracted the virus locally.
US issues historic Miami travel warning as 10 more people contract Zika from Florida mosquitoes
Mosquito control is 'not working as we would like,' warns CDC as first ever inland health warning is issued.
Scientists suspect first US mosquito-transmissions of Zika in Florida
Probers can't find any other transmission source, pointing to troubling disease evolution in the US.
Woman in Spain has first Zika linked microcephaly birth in Europe
The child was born in Barcelona's Vall d'Hebron hospital and showed 'normal and stable' vital signs.
Tomas Berdych says he'd rather miss out on gold at Rio Olympics than risk contracting Zika virus
Tomas Berdych is Czech Republic's highest ranked tennis player.
Zika virus: First transmission through female-to-male infection documented
New York City woman transmitted disease to partner through sex after she returned from Zika zone.
Lollapalooza: Colombian festival cancelled after Rihanna pulls out over Zika virus fears
Songstress was set to headline event in a line-up that included Wiz Khalifa and Disclosure.
Rory McIlroy withdraws from Rio 2016 Olympic Games over Zika fears
The 27-year-old golfer was set to represent Ireland at this summer's Games.
Athletes and coach freezing sperm to avoid Zika risk at Rio Olympics
We can't take this health threat lightly, says basketball star Pau Gasol.
Risk of international spread of Zika virus after Rio Olympics 'is very low' says WHO
WHO experts say there is no need to cancel or postpone the Rio Olympics due to the Zika virus outbreak.
University of Pittsburgh researcher diagnosed with Zika after accidentally injecting herself with virus
Scientist is first reported case of someone contracting the virus through a needle stick.
Barack Obama slams US politicians for failing to back funding for Zika virus treatment
Obama's comments came after the number of US cases jumped from 48 to 157.
Microcephaly is just the tip of the iceberg: First direct proof Zika causes birth defects
Full extent of health impact of Zika virus "more widespread and devastating" than assumed.
Zika virus fears leads to Major League Baseball cancelling Puerto Rico Games
Players expressed concerns about contracting and potentially transmitting the Zika virus to their partners.
Zika virus: Sperm donors returning from affected countries banned
A leading US sperm bank has said its policies are in-line with those of blood banks.
Microcephaly: Everything you need to know about the neurological condition caused by Zika virus
Microcephaly is a relatively rare disease with lifelong consequences.
US health experts confirm link between Zika virus and severe birth defects including microcephaly
'It is now clear that the virus causes microcephaly,' said CDC head, Dr Frieden.
- MOST READ
- 1
- 2
- 3
- 4
- 5
