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SMC(UK) Fact Sheet on Schmallenberg virus
This fact sheet was produced by the SMC UK to give journalists a background on the Schmallenberg virus currently affecting […]
Continue readingBioterrorism concerns over virus research – experts respond
Scientists seeking to publish highly controversial studies on the avian influenza virus H5N1 have agreed to remove key details from […]
Continue readingNew Zealand scientists to study flu deaths
Why do some people die from the flu and others don’t? New Zealand researchers have been awarded a grant from […]
Continue readingViral cancer therapy shows early promise – experts respond
Scientists are cautiously optimistic about a trial cancer therapy which uses a virus to selectively kill tumor cells. Canadian researchers […]
Continue readingSunday News: Health: Brain up on killer disease
Barbara Docherty writes in Sunday News about the highly dangerous disease meningitis, how to spot the symptoms, and what the […]
Continue readingDom Post: Kakapo may have his wings clipped
Kiran Chug writes in the Dominion Post about concerns over whether Sirocco the kakapo should be allowed to continue his […]
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