Viral Fever is a general term for an elevated body temperature caused by a viral infection. It occurs when a virus enters the body and triggers an immune response, leading to fever. This common condition can affect people of all ages worldwide and is a symptom of numerous viral illnesses.
The understanding of fever as a symptom of disease has existed for centuries. The scientific distinction between viral and bacterial causes of fever evolved significantly in the late 19th and 20th centuries with the development of virology. This led to the recognition that microscopic, filterable agents—viruses—were responsible for many febrile illnesses previously of unknown origin.
Viral fevers typically spread through person-to-person contact, mainly via respiratory droplets expelled when an infected person coughs, sneezes, or talks. These droplets can be inhaled by others or contaminate surfaces. Infection can also occur by touching contaminated surfaces and then touching one's face. Some viruses may also spread through direct contact with infected bodily fluids.
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By: Yogesh NagarkotiBAGESHWAR: A 70-year-old villager died due to viral fever in Dhauladevi block of Almora district. This is the seventh fatality in a fortnight in Dhauladevi block alone, said locals on Saturday. The latest death has deepened concerns among locals, who said that fever cases are rapidly on the rise in several villages.Ganga Dutt Joshi, a resident of Bibdi village, died due to high fever on Friday. Villager Ganesh Pandey said Joshi was forced to seek treatment outside the block as the road connecting Bibdi village to Dhauladevi Community Health Centre was closed for over a month due to the damage. Two days ago, Madan Ram from Kabhdi village died of viral fever. He was at Base Hospital, Almora, and was referred to Haldwani, but passed away before being shifted.Earlier, fatal...
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Last reviewed: 2026-06-29
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