Highly pathogenic avian influenza virus (HPAIV) H5N1 continues to pose a significant threat to animal and human health. Since 2022, an expanded host range has been observed, as illustrated by the H5N1 outbreak in dairy cows. Other minor livestock species, such as sheep, goats, and alpacas, have also tested positive for H5N1 for the first time, raising concerns about its impact on previously…
Dengue cases exceed 105,000; death toll rises to 79 The National Dengue Control Unit said yesterday that 105,097 dengue cases had been reported across Sri Lanka so far this year, while the death toll…
COSMAS ODOEMENA argues for life imprisonment for counterfeiters It is tempting to demand the ultimate punishment for those who manufacture counterfeit alcohol in Nigeria.
Prof John Amuasi, Leader of Global Health at the KCCR, has urged Ghana to verify travellers’ phone numbers to help authorities trace them if they develop Ebola symptoms after arrival.
Patients have been left feeling suicidal after feeling like their doctor was saying their symptoms were 'all in their head'—according to research from the University of East Anglia and the University…
