A new variant of avian influenza appears capable of spreading among mammals, highlighting the need for more proactive surveillance, experts said.
Tag: Viruses
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Expert Panel Votes for Stricter Rules on Risky Virus Research
The White House will decide whether to adopt the panel’s recommendations on so-called gain of function experiments.
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Do Rapid Covid Tests Still Work?
They can result in false negatives, but they remain a valuable tool in stopping the spread of Covid-19. Here’s how to use them most effectively.
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A Reporter’s Protection
To tell the story of deadly viruses, journalists must sometimes wear bulky, impermeable outfits to interview news subjects.
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The Only H.I.V. Vaccine in Advanced Trials Has Failed. What Now?
Janssen Pharmaceuticals ended a global trial after independent experts determined the vaccine was not effective. But there are other possibilities in the pipeline, scientists said.