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How Did the Spanish Flu Pandemic Change Health and Medicine?

August 9, 2018 by Will Sowards Leave a Comment

The Spanish Flu led to positive changes for public health.

A century ago the world was shaken by the 1918 Influenza Pandemic, an event that infected about one-third of the world’s population. The epidemic ultimately resulted in about 50 to 100 millions deaths.

While many people may know how destructive the Spanish Flu was, few realize how much it shaped modern medicine and our response to outbreaks. In 1918, the world learned the immense value of epidemiology.

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New Ebola Strain Found in Sierra Leone

August 7, 2018 by Will Sowards Leave a Comment

Researchers found a new Ebola strain from Sierra Leone in bats.

Scientists from the University of California at Davis and Columbia University have discovered a new species of Ebola in two types of bats in Sierra Leone.

Researchers are calling it the Bombali virus and know it is capable of infecting humans. Even with that knowledge, this doesn’t mean the virus will cause immediate problems. Researchers will need to conduct further investigation to judge whether it actually poses a threat.

The information is key as some species of Ebola spread disease to nonhuman primates but not to humans. Meanwhile, other species are capable of transmitting Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) to people. Currently, researchers are not sure what the Bombali virus can do, but don’t believe there is cause for alarm. For the moment, their message to the public is to stay calm.

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What are the Signs of a Dangerous Bug Bite?

August 4, 2018 by Will Sowards 3 Comments

Usually harmless, insect bites can get dangerous in rare circumstances.

The signs of dangerous bites can be as varied as the bugs that give them.

Although, many bites from different animals do have common links. Swelling, pain and redness may be appear after almost any bite and it’s important to know these symptoms in case an emergency situation arises.

Being prepared may just save someone’s life, or, at the very least, it could help that pesky bite to stop hurting a lot sooner.

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What is West Nile Virus and How Can I Avoid it?

August 3, 2018 by Will Sowards 2 Comments

West Nile cases pop up across the United States during the summer.

Mosquito-borne diseases often aren’t a problem in North America. Zika, malaria and Japanese encephalitis are so rare that they earn headlines any time a case is confirmed.

But, during mosquito season, this isn’t how we treat West Nile virus.

The virus may not cause an epidemic in the United States, but during the summer many areas report cases of West Nile. When testing the mosquitoes, every corner of the country has shown some risk of West Nile.

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Which Foods Are Most Likely to Give You Food Poisoning?

August 2, 2018 by Will Sowards Leave a Comment

Some foods are more likely to have dangerous bacteria.

Even beyond the relaxation and sightseeing, we may look forward to a vacation mostly for the food. If you’re traveling to a place known for their local cuisine, that hunger may get even stronger. Travelers might not even think twice before trying a food truck or tasting treats in a marketplace.

But, those careless or unlucky foreign travelers may also know that food poisoning poses a major risk.

Food poisoning occurs when someone consumes food that’s contaminated with dangerous bacteria. It could be a minuscule virus or parasite, but that food becomes a vessel for illness.

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