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The threat of measles at Chicago's O'Hare Airport is a concern due to the potential for international importations of the measles virus. A study conducted by Lee et al. (2018) investigated the international importations of measles virus into the Uni…
1. What are fall armyworms, and how did they invade Africa from North America? Fall armyworms (FAW) are destructive pests that have seriously threatened food security in Africa since their invasion in 2016. Originating from North America, these pes…
Hurricane Maria, a category four hurricane, struck Puerto Rico on September 20, 2017, causing widespread devastation and leaving the island without power, clean water, and proper sanitation for months. The aftermath of the hurricane created the perf…
The article explores the link between climate change and the increase in cholera outbreaks, highlighting the urgent need for action to prevent future outbreaks and save lives. Understanding Cholera and its Link to Climate Change Chol…
It was around February of 2022 when I called my brother in Germany and discovered he had acquired a case of COVID with relatively mild symptoms. During the call, he began lecturing me about how the CT Value (cycle threshold value) of the COVID PCR t…
In this blog post, we delve into the fascinating field of science communication (SciComm) and explore how it plays a crucial role in educating the public about infectious diseases. We investigate the various methods and approaches scientists, journa…
