What Is Capnocytophaga Canimorsus Infection Overview Capnocytophaga canimorsus is a gram-negative bacterium that is commonly found in the mouths of dogs and cats. This bacterium can be transmitted to humans through bites scratches or even close contact with these animals. Although rare when transmission does occur it can lead to […]

What Is Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV)? Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) is a respiratory virus first identified in 2001. It is similar to the common respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) and is known for causing respiratory infections in individuals of all ages particularly in children, the elderly, and immunocompromised individuals. The virus generally follows […]

What Is Crimean-Congo Hemorrhagic Fever Overview Crimean-Congo Hemorrhagic Fever (CCHF) is a viral disease that presents a severe threat in many countries. It is caused by a virus of the genus Nairovirus which is a member of the Bunyaviridae family. The disease was first described in Crimea in 1944 and […]

What Is Omicron Variant Overview The Omicron variant of the coronavirus SARS-CoV-2 is a highly transmissible variant first identified in South Africa in November 2021. It is categorized as a variant of concern by the World Health Organization due to its large number of mutations in the spike protein which […]

What Is Nipah Virus Overview of the Deadly Virus The Nipah Virus (NiV) is a zoonotic virus meaning it can be transmitted from animals to humans. It belongs to the family Paramyxoviridae which includes other serious viruses. Originally identified during an outbreak in 1999 in Malaysia and Singapore it was […]

Introduction to Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM) Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM) is a rare but serious condition that affects the nervous system specifically the area of the spinal cord called gray matter. It leads to sudden and acute limb weakness and a loss of muscle tone and reflexes. AFM is notably […]

What Is Candida Auris Candida auris is a multidrug-resistant yeast infection that poses a serious global health threat including in healthcare settings. It was first identified in Japan in 2009 and has since been found in various countries across the world. This yeast is known for causing severe infections especially […]

What Is Marburg Virus Disease Overview of the Filovirus Marburg virus disease (MVD) is an extremely severe and often fatal illness in humans caused by the Marburg virus which is a member of the filovirus family. This virus shares a common family tree with its better-known cousin the Ebola virus. […]