Disease

Speed Read The deadly disease regained its crown as the world's biggest infectious killer in October 2022

By Devika Rao, The Week US Published 2 October 23

New research effectively cured mice of multiple sclerosis–type symptoms. Could this work in humans?

By Peter Weber, The Week US Published 18 September 23

feature Climate change is increasing the world’s susceptibility to fungal pathogens

By The Week Staff Published 18 July 23

feature Advances by Australian researchers offer hope for new treatments and more targeted diagnoses for the debilitating condition

By Harriet Marsden, The Week UK Published 8 June 23

feature After two decades in decline rates are rising as a result of Covid and global conflicts

By The Week Staff Published 6 June 23

Speed Read Victim reportedly came into contact with naegleria fowleri by using tap water to clear sinuses

By Chas Newkey-Burden, The Week UK Published 3 March 23

feature Increased number of serious infections linked to drop in immunity after three years of Covid restrictions

By The Week Staff Published 5 December 22

feature Doctors think the unusual tomato-shaped rash might have a link to the Covid virus

By The Week Staff Published 30 August 22

Talking Point A total of 2,759 infections have been detected in the UK, the majority of them in London

By The Week Staff Published 5 August 22

feature Majority of cases so far have been found in London according to UK health authorities

By The Week Staff Last updated 22 July 22

feature Loss of mental clarity and inability to concentrate linked to long Covid

By The Week Staff Published 27 June 22

Instant Opinion Your digest of analysis from the British and international press

By The best columns Published 26 May 22