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What is Nipah Virus?

May 30, 2018 by Will Sowards Leave a Comment

More than a dozen people have died in India from the bat-borne virus.

In the midst of Ebola and measles scares, a new virus is creating problems across the globe.

The Nipah virus, an animal-borne disease, has caused at least 14 deaths in India as of May 30. Largely transmitted via bats, the outbreak has forced action from both the World Health Organization (WHO) and Indian officials.

Where Did Nipah Virus Come From?

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Measles Cases Spread Through Multiple Asian Countries

May 30, 2018 by Will Sowards Leave a Comment

A measles outbreak has spread from Japan to Taiwan and other Asian countries.

Measles is spreading throughout multiple Asian countries, causing over 150 reported cases of the illness. During the outbreak more than 3,500 people have been quarantined, with about 1,000 people monitored, according to Outbreak News Today and The Straits Times.

The main locations of the outbreak include Okinawa, Japan, and Taiwan. But, the disease is reaching other highly-populated regions. Numerous cases have also been noted in mainland China, Hong Kong and the rest of Japan.

Okinawa is currently the most affected area with almost 100 recorded patients. Thousands in Taiwan have been quarantined and many others are being watched closely.

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How to Become a UNESCO World Heritage Site

May 25, 2018 by Will Sowards Leave a Comment

It's a long process to earn the distinction of UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Currently, over 1,000 sites are protected by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization. The growing list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites all carry some importance to local communities.

The organization defines cultural and natural heritages as, “irreplaceable sources of life and inspiration.” They deem the sites, ” touchstones, our points of reference, our identity.”

The sites can be natural or man-made. They can have a long history or be an up-and-coming destination. But, how does a location become a UNESCO World Heritage Site?

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HPV Frequently Asked Questions

May 25, 2018 by Will Sowards Leave a Comment

It's the world's most common sexually transmitted infection, but there are a lot of misconceptions about HPV.

The Human Papillomavirus (HPV) is a virus that can affect the skin and mucous membranes. If it goes untreated, HPV can lead to cervical cancer, a potentially deadly form of cancer.

There are over 100 different strains of HPV and due to this diversity, there are many misconceptions and questions regarding HPV.

Here are some basics that you should know:

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Why Isn’t There a Vaccine for Lyme Disease?

May 23, 2018 by Will Sowards Leave a Comment

Some bad luck may be the reason we don't have a vaccine for Lyme disease.

Summer may mean the end of flu season, but it’s also prime time for ticks. Bites from the tiny bugs increase throughout the world in the warmer months, increasing risk of Lyme disease.

To make matters worse, the illness is even becoming more common.

According to the CDC, Lyme disease cases, a bacteria spread through a bite from an infected tick, have more than doubled since 2001. The disease joins many others that are up due to bug bites that have spiked across the country. This increase in cases is partially due to climate change and also the lack of a vaccine for Lyme disease.

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