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[vahy-ruhs] / ˈvaɪ rəs /


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The mites also spread dangerous viruses such as Deformed Wing Virus and Acute Bee Paralysis Virus by injecting them directly into a bee's bloodstream.

From Science Daily • Apr. 20, 2026

The biotech’s experimental cancer treatment is a genetically engineered version of the Herpes Simplex Virus type 1, the same virus that causes cold sores.

From Barron's • Apr. 10, 2026

USAID, Riedl explained, has played a critical role in monitoring and containing outbreaks of Ebola and the Marburg Virus in these and other countries.

From Salon • Mar. 13, 2025

Manuel, who is living with Human Immunodeficiency Virus, was also supported by HIV charities in the UK, after claims he had not been given regular access to his medication, which keeps the virus under control.

From BBC • Aug. 19, 2024

Virus particles that lie around in blood or mucus may seem dead, but the particles are waiting for something to come along.

From "The Hot Zone" by Richard Preston




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