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health-disease-outbreak1 year ago

"Health Officials on Alert as Pandemic-Potential Monkeypox Strain Discovered in Congo"

Scientists have discovered a new strain of monkeypox, officially known as mpox, with "pandemic potential" in a mining town in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The mutated version, named "clade 1b", is thought to be better at spreading and has raised concerns about the potential for national and international spread. Health ministers have called for swift action to avert another global outbreak, as the virus has a history of causing mild illness but can lead to serious cases and has already resulted in deaths.

via The Mirror|
#democratic-republic-of-congo#global-epidemic#health-disease-outbreak
health-pandemic1 year ago

"Emerging Threat: Mutant Strain of Monkeypox Raises Pandemic Concerns in Congo"

A mutant strain of monkeypox with "pandemic potential" has been discovered in the Democratic Republic of Congo, specifically in the town of Kamituga. This new strain, named "clade 1b," is more infectious and better at evading tests than its predecessor, and has already resulted in 108 cases and two deaths. Researchers are calling for urgent measures to contain the virus and prevent a global outbreak, as the highly mobile population of Kamituga, including miners and sex workers, could facilitate its spread. The virus is believed to have emerged in animals and then jumped to humans, particularly affecting sex workers. The international community is urged to roll out vaccines, drugs, and heightened surveillance and contact tracing measures to address the situation.

via Daily Mail|
#congo#global-outbreak#health-pandemic
health-science2 years ago

"Chinese Lab Develops 100% Fatal Mutant COVID Strain in Mice"

Chinese scientists are experimenting with a mutant COVID strain that is reportedly 100% fatal in mice, raising concerns about a potential lab leak and the need for strict safety measures. The study, which has not been peer-reviewed, involves mice engineered to reflect a similar genetic makeup to humans, but experts caution that the findings may not directly translate to human outcomes. While some fear a repeat of the pandemic's origins, others emphasize the potential benefits of such research in developing preemptive measures against natural virus mutations.

via NewsNation Now|
#chinese-scientists#covid-19#health-science
science-and-technology2 years ago

"Chinese Scientists Develop Highly Lethal Mutant COVID Strain in Lab"

Chinese scientists have created a mutant strain of COVID-19 in a lab that has a 100% death rate for mice with human genes. The strain, called GX_P2V, infected lab mice with severe symptoms, leading to their deaths within eight days. The researchers warned of the potential for this virus to infect humans, although there is no evidence of it being in the wild. However, the study has been criticized by some experts as "terrible" and "totally pointless."

via Toronto Sun|
#china#covid-19#mice