Emerging Diseases

Introduction Chikungunya is a viral disease transmitted by mosquitoes, causing sudden fever and severe joint pain. While not typically life-threatening, the illness can be highly debilitating, especially in older adults. Over recent years, Chikungunya has expanded its reach, triggering outbreaks in multiple countries due to climate change, travel, and poor vector control. What Is Chikungunya […]

In July 2025, the Indian state of Kerala witnessed a renewed outbreak of the deadly Nipah virus, triggering nationwide concern and global alerts. With high mortality rates and potential for rapid transmission, Nipah virus is now being viewed by experts as one of the top contenders for the next global pandemic. But what exactly is

📌 What is XCV? 📋 How Was It Discovered? 🩺 Clinical Presentation ⚠️ Why It Matters 🔍 Next Steps 🧭 Public Health Implications While still early in its discovery, XCV reminds us that tick-borne viruses can emerge unexpectedly—and surveillance for novel agents is essential, especially in regions with active vector exposure.

🦠 OverviewOropouche fever is caused by the Oropouche virus (OROV), an arbovirus transmitted mainly by biting midges (Culicoides spp.) and possibly other vectors. First identified in the Amazon region, it’s now spreading into urban areas across Latin America, and even shows up in travelers to the U.S., Canada, and Europe vox.com+1en.wikipedia.org+1. 📈 Why it’s new