Type of pendemic virus in 2030

In 2030, the type of pandemic virus is likely to be one of the four viruses that are set to increase in prevalence due to climate change and habitat encroachment, according to a study published in the British Medical Journal. These viruses are: 1. **Filoviruses**: Ebola and Marburg are examples of filoviruses that have the potential to cause pandemics. They are highly virulent and can cause hemorrhagic fevers with high fatality rates. 2. **SARS**: Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS) is a coronavirus that caused a pandemic in 2003. It is a respiratory illness that can lead to severe pneumonia and has the potential to mutate and spread rapidly. 3. **Nipah virus**: Nipah virus is a paramyxovirus that can cause severe respiratory and neurological disease in humans. It is transmitted through direct contact with infected animals or their bodily fluids. 4. **Machupo virus**: This Ebola-like virus is another contender for a future pandemic. It is a filovirus that can cause hemorrhagic fever and has the potential to mutate and spread rapidly. These viruses are of particular concern due to their high virulence, potential for mutation, and ability to spread rapidly among humans. The presence of these viruses in animal populations and the potential for spillover events increases the risk of a pandemic. Therefore, it is crucial to continue monitoring and surveillance of these viruses and to invest in research and development of vaccines and treatments to prepare for potential outbreaks.