The Latest Breaking News from Disease

Recent studies implicate the immune system and a herpes virus as potential contributors to development of disease

Animal transports have been banned in a state surrounding Berlin and the capital’s two zoos have closed as a precaution after foot-and-mouth disease was detected in a buffalo herd just outside the city

The charity has warned against the spread of disease within bird populations

UK based project could pave way for blood tests to detect diseases years before diagnosis

Aotearoa New Zealand, Australia and Pacific island nations are the only countries that remain free of highly pathogenic avian influenza.

The scaled-up project is backed by a consortium of 14 pharmaceutical firms.

Tens of millions of pounds in investment is being provided by the group of firms which includes AstraZenecaa and Pfizer

Medicare, Australia’s universal health insurance scheme, guarantees all Australians access to a wide range of health and hospital services at low or no cost.

Jason Carter, the former president’s grandson who now chairs The Carter Center governing board, memorialized his grandfather with a blend of personal touches and humor, recognition of Jimmy Carter’s intensity and ambition, and his determination to help people whether through politics or out of office