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DNA TV Show: Covid-19 pandemic to hit again? India reports 312 cases of coronavirus amid resurgence

Cases of coronavirus are on the surge in India again. At present, there are a total of 312 patients of Covid-19. So far, 12 states and Union Territories have reported cases of the virus with most number of patients in being in Kerala (95).

DNA India 24 May 2025 11:55 pm

COVID is back in a big way: Over 350 people are dying from the coronavirus in the U.S. each week, says CDC data

Despite available vaccines and treatments, COVID-19 continues to cause an average of 350 deaths weekly in the U.S., according to the CDC. Low vaccination rates, waning immunity, and delayed treatment contribute to these ongoing fatalities.

The Economic Times 24 May 2025 11:46 pm

New COVID-19 Wave Sweeps India: Maharashtra, Kerala See Alarming Spike How To Stay Safe From Coronavirus Re-Infection

COVID-19 New Wave: A fresh COVID-19 wave is sweeping India with rising cases in Maharashtra & Kerala. Whats behind the surgeand are you safe? Find out before its too late!

The HealthSite 23 May 2025 2:03 pm

What is the JN.1 variant of the coronavirus spreading across several countries, including the U.S.? Is it a descendant of Omicron, and how deadly is it?

The coronavirus subvariant JN.1, derived from Omicron BA.2.86, is spreading globally, raising concerns among health authorities. JN.1 exhibits increased transmissibility due to additional mutations, including one in its spike protein, potentially enhancing immune evasion. Symptoms are similar to other variants, though some reports suggest a higher likelihood of diarrhea, fatigue, and exhaustion.

The Economic Times 21 May 2025 5:54 pm

Pakistan President Zardari Tests Positive For Coronavirus, Placed In Isolation

Pakistan's President Asif Ali Zardari has tested positive for coronavirus and is currently in isolation, his physician said on Wednesday.

NDTV 2 Apr 2025 6:25 pm

Kolkata Woman Detected With Human Coronavirus. What Are Its Symptoms & Should You Worry?

A woman in Kolkata was detected with human coronavirus, a species of coronavirus. What are its symptoms and should you worry about it?

News18 17 Mar 2025 6:32 pm

New bat coronavirus found in China: CDC assures there is no immediate threat

Scientists have identified a new bat coronavirus, HKU5-CoV-2, with similarities to SARS-CoV-2. However, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has assured the disease does not pose any immediate threat to humans. While the virus can bind to human cells, experts say its transmission risk is low.

The Economic Times 26 Feb 2025 1:01 am

'Batwoman' Shi Zhengli discovered a new bat coronavirus HKU5-Cov-2 and its impact on human health. Who is she?

New bat coronavirus in China: A team of Chinese researchers, led by 'batwoman' Shi Zhengli discovered a new bat coronavirus HKU5-Cov-2 which could potentially impact the health of human beings. HKU5-CoV-2 is a newly discovered bat coronavirus that belongs to the merbecovirus subgenus and is similar to Covid-19. While it carries the risk of animal-to-human transmission, the virus has not been identified in a living person, as per a study.

The Economic Times 25 Feb 2025 8:50 pm

HKU5-CoV-2, the new bat coronavirus in China sparks global concern: Know its symptoms and how does it spread

The new bat coronavirus, HKU5-CoV-2, found in China has sparked concerns among health officials and has triggered panic. HKU5-CoV-2 has similarities to the virus responsible for the Covid-19 pandemic, according to a study published in Cell. HKU5-CoV-2 belongs to the merbecovirus subgenus, which also includes the MERS virus. The newly discovered virus can bind to human ACE2 receptors.

The Economic Times 24 Feb 2025 2:16 pm

New Bat Coronavirus Could Infect Humans Like COVID-19: Chinese Virologists

The new virus comes from the merbecovirus subgenus, which also includes the virus that causes Middle East respiratory syndrome (Mers)

Deccan Chronicle 23 Feb 2025 7:02 am

Newly discovered bat coronavirus can spread to humans like Covid-19: Experts

New Delhi: The newly discovered bat coronavirus HKU5-CoV-2 can spread to humans like Covid-19, said experts on Saturday, raising fresh health concerns. HKU5-CoV-2 was identified by a team of Chinese virologists led by Shi Zhengli, a renowned scientist at the Wuhan Institute of Virology in China. She is also known as Batwoman for Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 22 Feb 2025 9:58 pm

New Coronavirus Discovered In Bats Could Be Transmitted To Humans

The virus is able to bind to the human angiotensin converting enzyme, the same receptor used by the Sars-CoV-2 virus, which causes Covid-19, to infect cells.

Bloomberg Quint 22 Feb 2025 7:52 pm

ALERT! New coronavirus found in China's Wuhan

A Chinese team of virologists has discovered a new bat coronavirus that can infect human cells, raising concerns about potential animal-to-human transmission. The virus, a new lineage of the HKU5 coronavirus, uses the same human receptor as the virus that causes COVID-19. The study, led by Shi Zhengli, a prominent virologist at the Wuhan Institute of Virology, was published in the journal Cell. The discovery comes amid ongoing scrutiny of the Wuhan lab, which was previously accused of being the source of the COVID-19 pandemic. The Chinese government has denied any involvement in the virus's origin and insists that the Wuhan lab never engaged in gain-of-function studies on coronaviruses.

Rediff 22 Feb 2025 6:56 pm

Chinese virologists say new bat coronavirus could infect humans via same route as Covid-19

BEIJING, Feb 22: A Chinese team of virologists have found a new bat coronavirus that carries the risk of animal-to-human transmission because it uses the same human receptor as the virus that causes Covid-19, a media report said. The study was led by Shi Zhengli, Chinese virologist from the controversial Wuhan Institute of Virology (WIV), where the COVID-19 was alleged to have emanated from. Shi, who is known as the Bat Woman for her research on viruses from the Bats, [] The post Chinese virologists say new bat coronavirus could infect humans via same route as Covid-19 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .

Daily Excelsior 22 Feb 2025 5:50 pm

Another bat-linked coronavirus discovered in china, could potentially infect humans

A team of Chinese virologists has identified a new bat coronavirus, HKU5-CoV-2, that could potentially infect humans. Led by Shi Zhengli, a renowned scientist known as Batwoman for her extensive research on coronaviruses, the discovery raises concerns about the possibility of another zoonotic spillover.

IBTimes 22 Feb 2025 12:34 pm

What is HKU5-CoV-2, the new bat coronavirus in China that could trigger another Covid-19 pandemic? All details

HKU5-CoV-2 virus in China: After Covid-19 and HMPV, a new bat coronavirus discovered in China has sparked concerns among health officials and has triggered another pandemic fear. The newly discovered virus, however, is yet to be detected in humans. As per the researchers, this virus enters cells via the same receptor used by the Coronavirus that caused Covid-19.

The Economic Times 22 Feb 2025 10:48 am

Another pandemic brewing? Newly found coronavirus HKU5-CoV-2 in bats in China could be the next global threat; will vaccines work? Here are all details

Chinese scientists have discovered a new coronavirus in bats called HKU5-CoV-2. It has similarities to SARS-CoV-2 and can infect human cells. The virus belongs to the MERS-related group of coronaviruses. The potential for HKU5-CoV-2 to spillover to humans is being investigated. Currently, no vaccine exists against MERS.

The Economic Times 21 Feb 2025 10:52 pm

Another pandemic? China scientists discover new bat coronavirus that poses risk of animal-to-human transmission

A team of Chinese researchers have discovered a new bat coronavirus with the potential for animal-to-human transmission. The virus, named HKU5-CoV-2, was found to use the same human receptor as SARS-CoV-2 which was responsible for Covid-19. This has revived fears of deadly pandemic that claimed millions of lives in 2000.

The Economic Times 21 Feb 2025 6:20 pm