Tag: prevention

West Nile virus in Cyprus: Is there cause for concern?

West Nile virus is a mosquito-borne infection transmitted primarily by Culex mosquitoes. The virus circulates between mosquitoes and infected birds, with people becoming infected...

Cannabis main gateway to addiction – concern over spread among teens

Cannabis addiction has been described as a major entry point to other forms of substance abuse, according to the Scientific Director of KENTHEA, Kyriakos...

ON THIS DAY: The link between mosquitoes and malaria is discovered (1897)

Sir Ronald Ross discovers the link between mosquitoes and malaria On 20 August 1897, Dr Ronald Ross, a British doctor working in India, made a...

Lyme disease is becoming more common: How to spot symptoms

Climate change is contributing to the global rise of Lyme disease. But many physicians are struggling to recognise its symptoms. Science writer Sue Nelson...

ON THIS DAY: Celebrating World Multiple Sclerosis Day

30 May marks World Multiple Sclerosis Day, a global event dedicated to raising awareness about multiple sclerosis (MS), advocating for better support and access...

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ON THIS DAY: Buzz Aldrin takes the first space selfie (1966)

On November 12, 1966, American astronaut Buzz Aldrin took...

Makarios Hospital children’s wards to receive €280,000 renovation

The children's wards at Makarios Hospital are set for...

E-scooters: 8,800 complaints, two fatalities and five legislative proposals

The need for stricter e-scooter rules in Cyprus was...

Turkey to deploy three warships in occupied Cyprus

Turkey will deploy three warships to the occupied areas...
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