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2 articles for “Hemorrhagic fever”

• Published Subscription 10 Jun 2024

  Existence, Evolution, History and Impact of Ebola Virus Disease on Humans: A Mini Review

  By Asif Bilal, Ishrat Nazar, Asad Abbas, Hafiza Rabia, Aisha Rafique, Ayesha Saddiqa, Kashif Ali, Muhammad Kaleem Ullah

  Abstract: The Ebola virus, a zoonotic virus belonging to the Filoviridae family, is predominantly found in the Congo, Sudan, and various other regions of Africa. This highly virulent virus poses a significant threat to human health, with infection typically occurring through direct contact with animals, particularly bats. The disease caused by the Ebola virus, known as Ebola virus disease (EVD), manifests through a wide array of symptoms. Initial signs include hemorrhagic …

  Published in International Journal of Environmental Chemistry · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 1–5 Read article →

• Published Subscription 4 Oct 2025

  African Swine Fever: The Silent Pandemic Affecting Global Swine Industry

  By Nicky Kumar Jaiswal, Ritik Pumba, Reza Maaz

  Abstract: Background: African Swine Fever (ASF) is a highly contagious and fatal viral disease caused by the ASF virus (ASFV) of the Asfarviridae family, affecting domestic pigs and wild boars. First identified in Kenya in 1921, ASF has spread globally, severely impacting the pork industry and causing significant financial losses. The virus transmits rapidly through direct or indirect contact, with arthropod vectors, wildlife reservoirs, and contaminated animal products playing key roles …

  Published in International Journal of Animal Biotechnology and Applications · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 6–18 Read article →