Enteric Viruses Shown Capable of Spreading via Saliva - Genetic Engineering & Biotechnology News

The transmission of so-called enteric viruses through saliva suggests that coughing, talking, sneezing, sharing food and utensils, and even kissing all have the potential for spreading the viruses. The new findings still need to be confirmed in human studies …

NIH scientists have discovered that a class of viruses known to cause severe diarrheal diseases, including the one famous for widespread outbreaks on cruise ships, can grow in the salivary glands of … [+6233 chars]

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