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• Global RNA Virus Catalog Expands to 239 Species as Scientists Target Pandemic Bottlenecks

  Published: Apr 27, 2026

  Section: Medical News

  An updated global dataset published in Scientific Data on April 26, 2026, identifies 239 RNA virus species known to infect humans, an increase of 25 species since 2018. The researc...

• Health Ministry Confirms Fourth Chikungunya Infection Amid Regional Viral Resurgence

  Published: Apr 17, 2026

  Section: Diseases & Conditions

  Costa Rica’s Ministry of Health has officially confirmed the country’s fourth case of chikungunya in 2026 following laboratory verification by INCIENSA. The latest infection involv...