Bacteria can block transmission of Zika virus, reveals study
Researchers from University of Wisconsin-Madison (UW-MADISON) in the US have revealed that this bacteria can block the transmission of Zika in Aedes aegypti, the mosquito which is responsible for passing the virus to humans.
Jul 01, 2016, 19:14 PM IST
Rio Olympics: Chinese star golfer Shanshan Feng to continue chasing Rio dream despite Zika fears
South African Lee-Anne Pace became the first women`s golfer to withdraw from the Rio Games earlier in the day over Zika concerns.
Jun 30, 2016, 18:00 PM IST
Rio Olympic 2016: IOA taking steps to nullify Zika virus threat on Indian contingent
Top golfers Adam Scott, Louis Oosthuizen, Charl Schwartzel, Graeme McDowell, Vijay Singh and Rory McIlroy -- all have declared their absence from the Games.
Jun 29, 2016, 15:06 PM IST
Two new Zika vaccines give '100% protection' to mice in tests!
These two vaccine candidates both provided complete protection against Zika virus challenge in mice, said study author Dan Barouch.
Jun 29, 2016, 11:59 AM IST
Rio Olympics 2016: World No.1 golfer Jason Day withdraws over Zika virus fears
The mosquito-borne Zika virus can cause crippling birth defects and, in adults, has been linked to the neurological disorder Guillain-Barre.
Jun 28, 2016, 18:03 PM IST
Abortion demand 'soars' amid Zika fear
Fears over the Zika virus have contributed to a "huge" increase in the number of women in Latin America wanting abortions, researchers said.
Jun 23, 2016, 09:08 AM IST
Rory McIlroy withdraws from Rio Olympics Games citing health fears over Zika virus
Golf returns to the Olympics in August for the first time since 1904, but a number of big names including Fiji`s Vijay Singh and Charl Schwartzel of South Africa have also said they will not compete in the event.
Jun 22, 2016, 16:08 PM IST
Potential drug target for Zika, similar viruses identified
The findings showed that disabling SPCS1 -- in both human and insect cells -- reduces viral infection and does not negatively affect the cells themselves.
Cure for Zika may be on its way
Doctors could soon have a cure for Zika infection after a team of researchers found a way to disrupt Zika and similar viruses from spreading in the body.
Jun 18, 2016, 15:11 PM IST
Zika spreading quickly in Puerto Rico: US
The number of Zika infections appears to be increasing quickly in Puerto Rico, US health officials have said, sparking fears that thousands of pregnant women - and their unborn children - could be at risk.
Jun 18, 2016, 06:24 AM IST
Three babies affected with Zika virus born in US!
According to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the three babies, whose mothers were infected with Zika, had brain problems like microcephaly, excess fluid in the brain, abnormal eye development and more.
Jun 17, 2016, 09:53 AM IST
Rio Olympics won't accelerate spread of Zika, claims WHO
The UN health agency said that only pregnant women should try to skip the August games in Brazil.
Jun 15, 2016, 10:42 AM IST
UN: Risk that Rio Olympics will spread Zika is 'very low'
There is a very low risk that the upcoming Rio de Janeiro Olympics will accelerate the spread of the Zika virus around the globe.
Jun 15, 2016, 02:57 AM IST
Southern Europe vulnerable to Zika virus this summer: Study
Rocklov's team used a temperature dependent computer model to predict Zika virus infection risks for Europe.
Jun 11, 2016, 13:42 PM IST
Women in Zika areas should delay pregnancy: WHO
In order to avoid virus' devastating birth defects, the World Health Organization has said that women who live in areas where Zika is spreading should consider delaying pregnancy.
Jun 10, 2016, 06:13 AM IST
Body's own defense against Zika found
A team of scientists has offered the first look at how our cells can "swallow up and quarantine" Zika, defending themselves against the virus' attack.
Jun 04, 2016, 09:37 AM IST
WHO to weigh 2016 Rio Olympics impact on Zika spread
Experts say Zika is to blame for a surge in cases in Latin America of microcephaly.
Jun 04, 2016, 06:43 AM IST
Rio Olympics not to be moved or postponed: WHO
A day earlier, medical experts in an open letter had suggested the global health bodyto move or postpone the August games to help prevent the spread of Zika virus.
May 29, 2016, 13:39 PM IST
Zika virus infects placenta, claim researchers!
The deadly zika virus can infect and replicate in immune cells from the placenta without even killing them.
May 28, 2016, 17:09 PM IST
Rio Olympics should be moved or postponed due to Zika, suggest experts
More than hundred prominent doctors in a letter to the World Health Organisation (WHO) have suggested that the Rio Olympics should be moved or postponed over the Zika outbreak in Brazil.
May 28, 2016, 15:02 PM IST
