infection

Deadly flesh-eating bacteria spread in Japan

ince COVID-19, a new and deadly problem has emerged: Streptococcal Toxic Shock Syndrome (STSS), a fast-acting infection that can be fatal within 48 hours.

Medical fraternity in Kerala scrambles to demystify ‘index’ Nipah cases

ERNAKULAM: With cases of Nipah virus infection rising to five, the medical community and experts in Kerala are grappling with unanswered questions, particularly regarding two index cases, where the source of infection remains unknown. Index case refers to a situation where infection transmits directly to a person from an animal. Many medical professionals are speculating whether […]