A close relative of the deadly Nipah and Hendra viruses has been detected in North America for the first time — specifically, in the U.S. state of Alabama. The pathogen, which scientists have ...

Viruses constantly emerge and evolve, with some posing significant threats to human and animal health, while others remain confined to specific species. A recently identified example of the latter is ...

Health experts have been left on edge after the discovery of a never-before-seen virus - with concerns it could spark a new global pandemic. The new 'Camp Hill virus' has been found in tissue ...