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Retroviruses are a diverse group of RNA-containing viruses that contribute to several human diseases. They may one day be exploited to cure illnesses, too.
Chronic fatigue syndrome/myalgic encephalomyelitis (CFS/ME) is a disabling neurological illness. New study suggests it might be caused by the retrovirus XMRV.
The human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) battles with cells of the host immune system to spread infection.
The 2008 Nobel Prize in Physiology and Medicine was shared by the discoverers of the HIV and HPV viruses. This article is about the discovery of HIV.
A mutation in the CCR5 chemokine receptor gene has been discovered that provides protection against infection by HIV-1, the most common strain in North America.
Vaccination is vital in the health care of your cat to prevent Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (AIDS), Enteritis, Respiratory Disease (cat flu), Chlamydia & Leukemia (FLV).
A new study reveals that a topical gel could stop the spread of HIV/AIDS to women.
Toxoplasmosis is a parasitic infection which affects pregnant women and people with weak immune systems. Symptoms are flu-like and easily misdiagnosed.
From the author of Blood Music and Vitals, Greg Bear's Darwin's Radio opens with a pair of Neanderthal bodies, and examines what the junk DNA in our bodies may be for...
Scientists continue to study the human immunodeficiency virus and the host cell's response to infection in an attempt to prevent, slow and/or effectively treat infection.
Genetics has shown that HIV, known as the AIDS virus, has a longer history of infection in North America than once thought.
For almost 30 years, health officials have struggled to contain AIDS, which is now known to be the end result of HIV infection.
The past year has seen new methods in determining HIV infection rates and a new study that determines the origin of AIDS in the United States.
Embryonic stem cell research is ongoing, but has ethical issues. Adult stem cells offer new possibilities, i.e. give them embryonic-like traits, but bring new questions
Feline leukemia is a contagious viral disease of cats which can cause a variety of symptoms. Appropriate testing and management is critical for the protection of all cats
Learn about FeLV, how it affects your cat, and steps you can take to help keep your feline friend safe and protected.
AIDS is the final stage of HIV infection, which killed an estimated 2.1 million people in 2007, but some individuals have been found to be resistant to HIV/AIDS.
Obesity is linked with viruses. Look to Massage Therapy, Integrative Manual Therapy, Acupuncture, Qigong, Reflexology and Laughter for supporting the immune system.
Feline leukemia virus (FeLV) is a contagious viral disease of cats. Symptoms vary and often progress once disease is evident. FeLV is often fatal for infected cats.
Protect yourself by learning about the HIV virus and how it can and cannot be transmitted.
Decades of medical research on Chronic Fatigue Syndrome has revealed a number of abnormalities in patients with the syndrome. One definitive cause has yet to be found.
Autoimmune thyroid disorders develop in people with certain predisposing genes when they're exposed to specific environmental triggers. This article describes these trigg
Chronic fatigue syndrome/myalgic encephalomyelitis may be associated with chronic viral infections. Several herpes viruses have been implicated, and they can be treated.
This article describes the autoimmune liver disease primary biliary cirrhosis (PBC)including a description of the four disease stages, risk factors for and symptoms of PBC, diagnostic tests and treatment options.
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