Zika virus, a mosquito-born illness, is not harmful in many cases; for most people, Zika virus causes either no symptoms or a mild sickness. However, this viral illness is extremely…
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Over the years, scientists have learned that Plasmodium falciparum (P. falciparum) is tricky. This parasite, which causes the deadliest type of malaria in humans (falciparum malaria), is transmitted through the…
Reducing the spread of viral illnesses is of crucial importance to countries around the world. One such viral illness is Zika virus, a mosquito-borne illness that can be extremely…
In the United States, Orphan Drug designation is granted to drugs or biologics intended to treat, prevent, or diagnose a rare disease or condition. Rare conditions are those affecting fewer…
Glioblastoma is notoriously difficult to treat and manage. The cancer is not only aggressive and quickly spreading, but is often treatment-averse. Because of this, glioblastoma comes with a poor prognosis…
Have you ever heard of West Nile virus? In many cases, this mosquito-borne illness does not cause severe issues. However, in just about 1% of cases, West Nile virus can…
Necrotizing enterocolitis is a serious and potentially fatal intestinal disease which most often affects preterm infants. For many years, researchers have hypothesized that gut health – and in particular, the…
Endemic in areas of Africa, southeast Europe, Central Asia, and the Middle East, Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever is an often-fatal viral illness which can cause severe issues. Researchers estimate that this…
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