Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes

DNA vaccine against Zika performs well in tests on mice

In Brazil, researchers at the University of São Paulo (USP) and the Pernambuco division of Oswaldo Cruz Foundation (FIOCRUZ) are developing a Zika vaccine. The formulation was tested on mice and found to be efficacious, ...

Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes

Human cases of bird flu 'an enormous concern': WHO

The World Health Organization voiced alarm Thursday at the growing spread of H5N1 bird flu to new species, including humans, who face an "extraordinarily high" mortality rate.

Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes

What parents need to know about measles

Measles is a highly contagious disease caused by the measles virus. The infection can lead to serious and sometimes fatal complications. Fortunately, measles is a vaccine-preventable illness.