Source: IE Context: Paraquat poisoning recently gained attention following a high-profile murder case in Kerala, where the chemical was used to commit a crime. Paraquat, a widely used herbicide, is highly toxic and banned in over 70 countries due to its lethal nature. About Paraquat Poisoning: What is Paraquat Poisoning? Paraquat poisoning occurs when the …
Source: ET Context: Norovirus, often referred to as the “winter vomiting bug,” has seen a significant rise in outbreaks across the USA. About Norovirus: Definition: Norovirus is a highly contagious virus causing gastroenteritis, inflammation of the stomach and intestines. Common Name: Also known as the “stomach flu” or “winter vomiting bug.” Primary Vector: Spreads through …
GS Paper 2: Topics Covered: Issues related to health. Context: A series of unexplained cases of Hepatitis B in children has taken over the world. Many countries including the US and UK reported mysterious cases of a few children being diagnosed with Hepatitis B. About Hepatitis B: Hepatitis B is an infection in …
GS Paper 2: Topics Covered: Issues related to Health. Context: One of the three persons diagnosed with Lassa fever in the UK has died on February 11. The cases have been linked to travel to west African countries. What is Lassa? The Lassa virus is named after a town in Nigeria where the …
GS Paper 2: Topics Covered: Issues related to health. Context: Nearly 2,000 pet and stray dogs in Amravati city were affected by canine parvovirus virus last month with veterinarians cautioning pet owners against a severe outbreak. What is Parvovirus? It is a highly contagious viral disease affecting puppies and dogs. It affects the …
