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Human Catches Ebola from Pigs in PhilippinesEbola has been found in at least one Filipino. The virus was transmitted by pigs. This is the first time that the virus has been found in swine. -
Causes and Symptoms of Ebola Hemorrhagic FeverA severe illness that is often terminal, ebola hemorrhagic fever can occur in primates and humans.
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Ebola Virus and Marbug Virus-What Are They?Both ebola virus and marbug virus are dangerous since they cause hemorrhagic fever types.
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Ebola: What You Need to Know About This Deadly VirusWhat you need to know about the Ebola virus. History, symptoms and treatment options. -
Ebola: The Future of Bioterroism?Ebola is an often fatal disease - and the next candidate for bioterrorism?
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The Hot Zone by Richard Preston is About the Marburg and Ebola Filoviruses BreakoutThis is a synopsis of the book Hot Zone written by Richard Preston. The events involve the breakout of Marburg and Ebola filoviruses and how the scientists involved dealt with the threat to keep it from becoming a widespread killer virus.
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Reston EbolavirusThe Ebola virus is a filovirus, making it one of the most terrifying viruses in the world. Filoviruses are highly lethal -- some having near total mortality rates -- and the illnesses they create are horrible.
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Little Known Foreign Diseases Commonly Contracted Through TravelTravel vaccinations are important, especially with the chances of contracting a disease such as these.
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The Alarming Increase in Infectious Diseases WorldwideIn recent years, the world has seen the emergence of many scary, heretofore unknown, diseases. What is to blame, and what does the future hold? -
Lujo Virus: A New Virus Discovered in AfricaIn Fall of 2008, African medical professionals discovered a new Ebola-like virus. This virus infected five patients.
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Rift Valley Fever: Are You at Risk?During the first week of 2007, nearly 100 deaths were reported from Kenya due to Rift Valley Fever and at least 183 more people were infected. Are you at risk for contracting one of the more frightening scourges afflicting the world today? -
Lowland Gorilla Numbers Heading Further into DistinctionTo call attention to the decrease in numbers of lowland gorillas. To show key factors in their nearing extinction. -
Are We Overdue for a Global Disease Outbreak?This article explores various diseases that have the potential to become a global pandemic.
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First U. S. Case of Marburg Hemorrhagic Fever Documented in DenverThe first documented case of Marburg Hemorrhagic Fever in the United States was treated in Denver, Colorado, in January 2008, Centers for Disease Control officials announced Friday, February 6. It was also a 'near miss' and could have been far worse... -
Infectious Diseases LessonA lesson plan and worksheet for teaching infectious diseases at KS3 level.
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Biological Warfare and Its ImplicationsThe topic of biologic warfare is an extremely broad topic covering an extensive list of weapons, tactics and also includes a long history behind all of its facets.
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The United States of America Vs. 2009A Forecast of 1) National Economy 2) War, Terrorism, military commitments, 3) Energy and the transition from a Petroleum based economy 4) Science, Medicine and Technology, 5) Space the final frontier, and 6) Mother Nature, Global Warming -
GrandmawSomehow I knew that Grandma had died. Was it a shove from my collective memory, or just a lucky guess?
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Book Review of "The Two Princesses of Bamarre" by Gail Carson LevineBook review of "The Two Princesses of Bamarre" by Gail Carson Levine, a young adult fantasy novel. -
Research on the Link Between The Forest Industry and Human HealthThe article summarizes a lot of research done by experts and outlines the existing connections between human well-being and forestry.
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Is Swine Flu in the Bible?Swine flu (H1N1) has recently spread from Mexico to the United States, and is suspected in several other locations? Is H1N1 referred to in the Bible? Matthew 24 holds clues. -
Biological Warfare: Past, Present, FutureAn analysis of biological warfare throughout time.
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A Society Dependent on MedicationHow has a society whom depends on pharmaceuticals effected the human race and the virus and bacteria that the medical field fights against in the 21st century.
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Classic '80s Movie Review: John Carpenter's the Thing"The Thing" was ahead of its time, but it is now considered (one of the best horror and sci-fi movies ever made, and it is easily the best horror remake in a sea of horrendously crappy ones. -
Zoonotic Diseases Are a Serious Threat to HumansAnimal-to-human disease transmission is more common than you think.
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Trash Talk and Complex ConnectionsTrash affects everything from global warming, disease problems, food, and even the economy. -
The Universal AntibioticThis article shows that the world is in danger of not having any effective antibiotics because the microorganisms have become resistant to most of the known antibiotics. There is a solution and this article discusses this.
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The Epic Tale of Cinderella: The Director's CutA spoof-like Cinderella story that uses "out there" humor, and follows more of the storyline from the original fable of Cinderella.
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Are We Close to the Battle of Armageddon?Are we close to the battle of Armageddon? This article has been updated. Previously it was missing more than half of the article.
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Need Healthy Living Tips? Try the CDCIt isn't just for epidemics or bizarre bacteria any more. If you're looking for healthy living information -- everything from breastfeeding to childhood obesity -- check out the CDC web site. -
Possible Hemorrhagic Fever Outbreak in Africa; Three DeadThree people are dead in South Africa, due to what is right now a mystery disease. The World Health Organization (WHO) suspects that it may be a type of hemorrhagic fever. -
Casualty: Swine Flu "infects" HandshakesUnfortunately, in some circles, handshakes are becoming something of an endangered species, thanks to the recent swine flu outbreaks.
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The Free Health Care Clinics in San JoseSeveral clinics that provide free health care.
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Wrestling is the Grossest Sport in the WorldDo you like rolling around on the floor with a smelly, sweaty guy? Neither do I.
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Best Unique Christmas Stocking Stuffers that the Internet Has to OfferA sampling of some of the best unique Christmas stocking stuffers for this holiday season.
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419 - the Great African Email ScamHave you ever replied to an African 419 scam email? I have, many times. Not because I have ever thought there was the remotest chance of my getting a share of the easy millions they offer, but because it amazes me that anyone ever gets scammed by them.
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The Marburg OutbreakArticle about an outbreak of Marburg Hemorrhagic Fever in Angola in 2004.
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A Peek into a Virus' AnatomyWhat are viruses?
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TOP 5 Dangerous HolidaysYou must pay attention to the place where you choose your holiday location because it might turn into an instant failure. Your great relaxing time when you should feel good might become a nightmare if you choose one of the destinations below.
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Is There a Microchip in the Swine Flu Vaccine?Computer technology that will communicate with the chips have the ability to manipulate people in the mental, emotional and physical level. This could be done individually or en masse via a unique transceiver signal of each chip.
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