Chikungunya Cases Hit Nearly 200 in Puerto Rico, 2 in Florida: Report
Nearly 200 confirmed cases of the chikungunya virus in Puerto Rico and the first two cases of the mosquito-borne disease in Florida have been reported, say health authorities.
Peru Reports Its First Case of the Chikungunya Virus
Peru reported its first cases of the chikungunya virus in two people who recently traveled to the Dominican Republic. Health ministry director Henry
Polio Vaccinations on the Afghan-Pakistan Border
Shayma doesn't fear militant threats and conspiracies while getting her children vaccinated with polio drops that could finally eradicate the crippling disease.
Increased Number of Dengue Deaths in Malaysia
Deaths from dengue fever soared to nearly three times in Malaysia this year, compared to the same period in 2013, and a stepped-up campaign has been launched
First Chikungunya Cases in Western World, WHO Confirms Mosquito-borne Disease Spread
For the first time chikungunya, the mosquito-borne disease has spread in the western hemisphere confirms the World Health Organisation (WHO) Tuesday,
Mass Poultry Slaughter in China
Mass slaughter of poultry was done at a market by the authorities in Shanghai after the H7N9 bird flu virus claimed the lives of five people. The
Researchers Identify A New Vaccine Candidate for Chikungunya Virus
A new method of vaccine creation for Chikungunya virus (CHIKV) using a technique called large scale random codon re-encoding was developed by researchers.
In NYC, Atlanta, Miami Chances Seen Rising for Chikungunya Outbreaks
According to a new Cornell University computer model, global travel and climate warming could be creating the right conditions for outbreaks of a new virus in this country.
Specific Biomarker for Chikungunya
Scientists claim that delayed appearance of IgG3 antibodies (a naturally-acquired antibody) serves as a specific biomarker that increases the risk of the more severe form of Chikungunya.
New Vaccine Prevents Chikungunya in Monkeys, Mice: Study
An experimental vaccine provided 100 percent protection against the mosquito-borne chikungunya virus in primates and mice, offering hope it will work for humans too, according to a study.
931 Dead in West African Meningitis Outbreak: UNICEF
A meningitis outbreak has killed 931 people in four West African countries since January, with most of the deaths occurring in Nigeria, the UN children's fund said Wednesday.
Janet Jackson Hospitalized Ahead of Canadian Gig
Singer Janet Jackson has been admitted to hospital after she fell ill hours before her scheduled concert in Montreal, Canada. The 42-year-old singer got
Bariatric Surgery Cuts Cancer Risk by 80% in Obese Patients: Study
According to a new Canadian study morbidly obese patients who have surgery to reduce their stomach size could lower their risk of developing cancer by about 80 per cent.
Britain Under a Possible Invasion of Chikungunya?
An Asian breed of mosquito capable of carrying the risk of a potentially fatal disease that can be passed from one person to another is poised to invade Britain.
First Animal Model of Chikungunya Developed
The first animal model of the chikungunya virus (CHIKV), linked with large-scale epidemics that spread to Italy and India in 2007 has been developed by Researchers at the Institut Pasteur and INSERM.
The Elephantiasis "Genetic Code" Puzzle Solved!
Scientists have revealed the genetic secrets of the filarial parasites that cause elephantiasis. Filarial parasites have affected more than 150 million people worldwide.
Indian Tourist Suspected of Spreading Chikungunya in Europe
An unnamed chikungunya-infected tourist from south India is responsible for the spread of the tropical disease in a small north Italian town, according
Italy, the First Out of Tropics to Report of Chikungunya Outbreak
Italy's health authorities said Wednesday they had recorded more than 160 cases of the mosquito-borne chikungunya virus, in what one expert said could be the first outbreak outside the tropics.
West Bengal Under the Threat of Chikungunya
Scores of people suffering with the crippling fever, Chikungunya, have been reported from West Bengal's North 24 Pargana District. Twenty-one of the
After a Span of Four Decades Chikungunya Returns to Kolkata
Chikungunya, a form of viral fever spread by the Aedes Aegypti mosquito, has returned to Kolkata after 44 years with at least three people here testing positive for the virus that causes the disease.
Kerala Government Battles With Chikungunya On All Counts
As Kerala staggers under the whipping rod of Chikungunya, the ruling Left Democratic Front (LDF) government has been cornered over its quest for a 'politically correct' low-cost health cover plan.
Chikungunya Spreads as Funds Remain Unspent
Nearly half the central government funds allocated to fight chikungunya last year remained unused - mostly in southern states that, ironically, were struggling
Chikungunya-hit Villages to Get Funds to Fight Mosquitoes
New Delhi, Health Minister A. Ramadoss Thursday said that all villages affected by chikungunya fever would get Rs.10,000 to prevent mosquito breeding
Aedes Agypti Mosquito's Immune System Revealed
The immune system of this mosquito is of great importance as scientists believe it plays a key role in controlling the transmission of viruses that cause
Twenty-two Chikungunya Cases Confirmed in Maharashtra
The Maharashtra health department Thursday said 22 cases of Chikungunya disease were confirmed in Kolhapur district of the sate. "Of the 20 villages
Kerala Government Sanctions Funds for Chikungunya-affected Districts
The Kerala Government has sanctioned funds for districts affected by the crippling Chikungunya fever in a bid to curtail the deadly virus. Chief
Chikungunya Affects Kerala's Healthcare Status
Kerala's status of having one of the best healthcare systems in India has received a severe blow in the past one year due to the outbreak of chikungunya viral fever in the state.
Thousands of Keralites Under the Grip of Chikungunya
About 94,000 people in Kerala have been affected by fever in the last one week while about 7,000 patients have been identified with mosquito-borne chikungunya
Kerala Seeks Centre's Help to Curb Chikungunya Spread
With nearly 30,000 people in south and central districts of Kerala hospitalised with chikungunya fever, an infection spread by the Aedes mosquito, the
Chikungunya Scare in Orissa: 4 Die
Panic gripped Kural village in Orissa's Nayagarh district after four persons died due from suspected chikungunya in the past four days, a health official told Sunday.
Justin Gaethje prevails at UFC 249 in what could be beginning of sports' slow return
Justin Gaethje pummels interim lightweight champion Tony Ferguson, while bantamweight champion Henry Cejudo tops Dominick Cruz and then retires at 33.
MLB expected to present players with proposal to begin season in early July
MLB is expected to submit a proposal to players Tuesday to start the season in early July. The Dodgers and Angels would play at home and largely on the West Coast.
Protesters gather outside Mayor Garcetti's Hancock Park residence to protest health restrictions
At least 100 protesters gathered outside the residence of Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti, with marchers calling for the economy to reopen and condemning the health orders enacted in response to the coronavirus outbreak.
Grateful hikers return to Griffith Park: 'Like being set free'
'Like being set free:' Grateful hikers returning to Griffith Park
As demand for food skyrockets due to coronavirus, food banks play catch-up
The need for food in L.A. County has reached record levels, putting food banks under pressure to deliver even while their normal supply chains are disrupted.
Column: One man's quest to document the Westside's homeless and hold officials accountable
Semi-retired in Westwood, he'd rather stay at home, but begins each day taking a homeless tent census.
L.A. County coronavirus-related deaths top 1,500
Los Angeles County public health officials reported 1,011 new coronavirus cases and 44 related deaths Saturday.
L.A. County judges and other staff required to wear face masks in courts due to coronavirus
All L.A. County Superior Court bench officers will be required to wear face coverings while on the bench or in courthouse public areas, the court said.
New York to expand coronavirus testing for minority and low-income communities
As states across the nation continue to reopen despite coronavirus cases climbing, the impact on minority and low-income groups become more apparent.
Elon Musk threatens to move Tesla headquarters to Nevada or Texas over shutdown
Frustrated by state shutdown orders amid the coronavirus outbreak, Elon Musk threatens to move Tesla headquarters and manufacturing out of California.
Singapore reports 876 new coronavirus cases, taking total to 23,336
Singapore registered 876 new coronavirus infections, its health ministry said on Sunday, taking the city-state's total to 23,336 cases.
Three key U.S. coronavirus officials in self-quarantine after COVID-19 exposure
Three senior officials guiding the U.S. response to the coronavirus pandemic were in self-quarantine on Saturday after coming into contact with someone who had tested positive for the disease, their agencies and spokesmen said.
Malaysia extends curbs on movement, businesses to June 9
Malaysia's government extended the time frame for movement and business curbs by another four weeks to June 9, amid a gradual reopening of economic activity stunted by the coronavirus pandemic.
Rare syndrome tied to COVID-19 kills three children in New York, Cuomo says
Three children in New York have died from a rare inflammatory syndrome believed to be linked to the novel coronavirus, Governor Andrew Cuomo said on Saturday, a development that may augur a pandemic risk for the very young.
China reports first coronavirus case in Wuhan since April 3 among 14 new infections
China's National Health Commission reported 14 new confirmed coronavirus cases on May 9, the highest number since April 28, including the first for more than a month in the city of Wuhan where the outbreak was first detected late last year.
Thailand reports five new coronavirus cases, no new deaths
Thailand reported five new coronavirus cases but no deaths on Sunday, bringing the total to 3,009 cases and 56 deaths since the outbreak started in the country in January.
South Korea reports 34 new coronavirus cases, highest in a month
South Korea reported 34 new coronavirus cases on Sunday, the highest daily number in a month, after a small outbreak emerged around a slew of nightclubs that a confirmed patient had visited.
Germany's confirmed coronavirus cases rise by 667 to 169,218: RKI
The number of confirmed coronavirus cases in Germany increased by 667 to 169,218, data from the Robert Koch Institute (RKI) for infectious diseases showed on Sunday.
Mexican health ministry tallies nearly 2,000 new coronavirus cases
Mexico's health ministry confirmed 1,938 new cases of coronavirus infection on Saturday, along with 193 additional deaths, as government models projected that infections could peak this weekend.
Panama coronavirus cases rise to 8,282, deaths reach 237
Confirmed cases of coronavirus infection in Panama reached 8,282 on Saturday, a rise of 212 from the previous day, and deaths climbed by six to 237, the health ministry said.