Daily Archives: February 8, 2026

Everything You Should Know About the Deadly Nipah Virus

An outbreak of the deadly Nipah virus, for which there is no vaccine, has been recorded near the Indian city of Kolkata. A total of five infections have been identified, three of them this week. The current outbreak is notable as it is the first confirmed case in West Bengal since 2007. The return of…

Scientists Identify a New Risk Factor for Diabetes

Researchers from South Ural State University (SUSU), working as part of an international scientific team, have found that a deficiency of the trace element chromium in the human body may contribute to the development of type 2 diabetes. The discovery could allow patients at risk to be identified through rapid screening of the skin on…