MERS is a viral respiratory illness caused by MERS-CoV. Virus spreads through direct contact with camels. Limited human-to-human transmission possible. Most cases occur in or near Arabian Peninsula
First 425 confirmed cases of novel coronavirus-infected pneumonia in Wuhan analyzed. Data collected by January 22, 2020. Study funded by Chinese Ministry of Science and Technology
Chickenpox is a highly contagious disease caused by varicella zoster virus. Characteristic rash forms itchy blisters that eventually crust over. Disease starts on chest, back, and face, spreading to rest of body. Symptoms include fever, tiredness, and headaches lasting 5-7 days
Influenza A virus is an enveloped negative-sense RNA virus with segmented genome. Virus has two surface proteins: hemagglutinin (HA) and neuraminidase (NA). Subtypes defined by combination of H and N proteins, e.g. H1N1. Almost all possible combinations of H and N found in wild birds
H3N2 is a subtype of influenza A virus. All IAV subtypes share negative-sense segmented RNA genome. Virus can evolve through genetic reassortment between different strains
Antivirals treat viral infections and are part of the antimicrobials class. Most antivirals are harmless to the host and target specific viruses. Natural virucides are produced by plants like eucalyptus and Australian tea trees