Researchers review the ever-growing list of human viruses, examining their diversity, transmission pathways, and the urgent need for prevention and global surveillance.

The viruses that infect human cells have turned out to be unexpectedly diverse. In 1997, researchers in Japan inspecting the blood of a patient discovered an entirely new virus family that came ...

With the 2025 influenza season starting earlier than usual, the NICD urges South Africans to stay vigilant against seasonal viruses like flu and RSV. Learn about the symptoms, preventive measures, and ...