How Viruses Attack the Human Body
Viruses are among the most effective pathogens on the planet, capable of infecting virtually every living organism. Unlike bacteria, viruses cannot replicate on their own; they must hijack a host cell’s machinery to reproduce and spread. This makes them particularly dangerous to humans, as they can evade detection and disrupt the body’s normal functions. The […]
Understanding Viruses: The Invisible World Within Us
Viruses are microscopic entities that exist almost everywhere on Earth. Although they are often associated with disease, they also play essential roles in ecosystems… How Viruses Infect and Spread The life cycle of a virus begins with attachment — specific proteins on the virus surface bind to receptors on the host cell. This initial contact […]