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Did you know birds become immune to influenza?
Updated : 8 years, 7 months ago IST
Washington D.C. [USA], July 2 (ANI): A team of researchers has found that an influenza infection in birds, especially mallards, protect them from other sub-types of the virus just like a natural vaccination.
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Malinga to miss second Zimbabwe ODI with influenza
Updated : 8 years, 7 months ago IST
Colombo [Sri Lanka], July 1 (ANI): Sri Lanka pace spearhead Lasith Malinga will miss the second ODI of the ongoing five-match series against Zimbabwe as he has contracted viral influenza and has been recommended 48 hours of rest following medical assessment.
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Influenza may up risk of Parkinson's disease
Updated : 8 years, 7 months ago IST
Washington D.C. [USA], May 30 (ANI): Beware! A study has recently revealed that environmental factors, including influenza, may put you at an increased risk of developing Parkinson's disease.
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Researchers discover a protein to provide protection from cancer, HIV
Updated : 8 years, 7 months ago IST
Washington D.C. [USA], April 10 (ANI): A team of US researchers has discovered a protein that can help the vaccinations be more effective and provide protection from cancer, HIV and influenza.
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New vaccines developed to protect dogs from flu
Updated : 8 years, 7 months ago IST
Washington.D.C [USA], Jan. 29 (ANI): For all the dog lovers, it'is time to rejoice, as a new study finds two new vaccines for canine influenza, which may not only improve the health of your furry friend, but will also, keep you safe from the infection.
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Centre confirms of H5 N1 strain of Avian Influenza Virus in Odisha's
Updated : 8 years, 7 months ago IST
New Delhi [India], Dec. 27 (ANI): The Department of Animal Husbandry, Dairying and Fishries, Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare has informed the Odisha Government regarding the confirmation of H5 N1 strain of Avian Influenza virus in Keranga village of Khordha district of the state.
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Ancient DNA reveals genetic legacy of pandemics in the Americas
Updated : 8 years, 7 months ago IST
London [UK], Dec. 20(ANI): Tuberculosis, treponemal disease, Chagas disease, and many other pathogens were endemic to populations of Prehistoric America. But the "Columbian Exchange" beginning in 1492 introduced new pathogens to American populations, including smallpox, measles, in
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Flu in pregnancy doesn't increase autism risk in child
Updated : 8 years, 7 months ago IST
Washington D.C. [USA], Nov.30 (ANI): There is no link between mothers having influenza during pregnancy and an increased risk of autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) in children.
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Vulnerability to type of flu virus is predicted by your birth year
Updated : 8 years, 7 months ago IST
Washington D.C [USA], Nov. 12 (ANI): Falling ill due to animal-origin influenza virus?
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Vigilant Centre constitutes committee to monitor bird flu
Updated : 8 years, 7 months ago IST
New Delhi [India], Oct. 26 (ANI):The Centre has constituted a Committee on Wednesday, headed by Joint Commissioner, Department of Animal Husbandry, Dairy and Fisheries (DADF) to maintain constant vigil on the situation arising out of avian influenza (H5N8).
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Gopal Rai assures all precautions to counter avian influenza at Delhi Zoo
Updated : 8 years, 7 months ago IST
New Delhi [India], Oct. 19 (ANI): Delhi's Development Minister of Delhi Gopal Rai on Wednesday said all precautionary measures are being taken to end the threat of avian flu at Delhi Zoo.
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Delhi: National Zoological Park temporarily shuts down after avian flu det
Updated : 8 years, 7 months ago IST
New Delhi [India], Oct.19 (ANI): The National Zoological Park has temporarily shut down after nine birds died and a few of them were detected with influenza and is taking steps to ensure that the infection does not spread to the rest of the bird
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