Hepatitis E virus detected for the first time in urban Norway rats in South Korea Medical Xpress May 10, 2024 A team of researchers from Korea University College of Medicine, including Professor Jin-Won Song from the Department of Microbiology, Professor Ji Hoon Kim from the Department of Internal Medicine, and Researcher Kyungmin Park, has identified hepatitis E virus (HEV) in urban Norway rats (Rattus norvegicus) in the Republic of Korea (ROK) for the first time. … Read More from Hepatitis E virus detected for the first time in urban Norway rats in South Korea Read Article
Lassa fever case in Paris: what you need to know The Conversation May 10, 2024 A case of Lassa fever has been reported in Paris, France, sparking lurid warnings about the “horrific Ebola-like bug”. So what is Lassa fever and are comparisons with Ebola fair? … Read More from Lassa fever case in Paris: what you need to know Read Article
‘Poor kids have no idea how dangerous it is’: Children handling rat at Bedok playground spark safety concerns Asia One May 8, 2024 The town council urges all residents to securely seal all rubbish bags before disposal. Food remnants and improperly disposed rubbish attract pests, contributing to their rapid breeding and infestation. … Read More from ‘Poor kids have no idea how dangerous it is’: Children handling rat at Bedok playground spark safety concerns Read Article
