Monday, September 5, 2011

Interesting Fact 49: Rabies Outbreak

Experts warn that with a few modifications, the virus that causes rabies could mutate to spawn a zombie apocalypse.  Currently, the virus is transmitted through saliva; however, if it became airborne, the consequences would be disastrous.

-Ker Than, "Zombie Virus' Possible via Rabies-Flu Hybrid?"
National Geographic News, October 27, 2010

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