virus

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In this alternate past, a fatal blood virus, known informally as the Red Wind, has been ravaging the population for about a decade.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026

She said they were infected soon after Darren arrested a suspect who was displaying symptoms of the virus.

From BBC • Mar. 23, 2026

It develops when the virus responsible for chickenpox becomes active again in the body, often years after the original infection.

From Science Daily • Mar. 20, 2026

The virus is so contagious that any misstep could kill the patient on board and infect the crew members, who would then be vectors to spread the deadly pathogens across America.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 20, 2026

"You'll lose dogs along the way, virus and accidents. You have to finish the race with seven at least."

From "Black Star, Bright Dawn" by Scott O'Dell