Viruses aren't all nasty – some can actually protect our health
- Written by Cynthia Mathew, Research Assistant, University of Canberra
Bacteriophages are viruses that attack and infect bacteria.From shutterstock.comViruses are mostly known for their aggressive and infectious nature.
It’s true, most viruses have a pathogenic relationship with their hosts – meaning they cause diseases ranging from a mild cold to serious conditions like severe acute respiratory syndrome...
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