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Comparative mortality rates of SARS-CoV-2 and influenza in France before and after the COVID-19 pandemic

Researchers investigate the contribution of SARS-CoV-2 and influenza to hospitalizations and mortality to inform future vaccination and treatment policies.

30 Aug 2023

How frequent are hospital-onset SARS-CoV-2 infections and what hospital characteristics are associated with rates of hospital-onset SARS-CoV-2 infections?

Researchers investigated the frequency of hospital-onset COVID-19 cases and the hospital characteristics related to hospital-onset infections by SARS-CoV-2 in US.

30 Aug 2023

How did COVID-19 pandemic–related experiences vary by caregiver education level, child life stage, and urban vs. rural residence?

The study aimed to examine the varying experiences of children and caregivers in the United States during coronavirus disease 2019.

30 Aug 2023

A rise in all-cause mortality in China following termination of the Zero COVID Policy

After China abandoned its zero COVID policy in December 2022, a significant surge in excess deaths occurred, totaling an estimated 1.87 million within two months. The figures starkly surpassed China's official estimate of 60,000 COVID-19 deaths, pointing to the potential impact of limited immunity in the population.

29 Aug 2023

West Nile virus surges to highest incidence since 2012

Researchers discuss the surveillance of West Nile virus and other arboviruses in the United States.

29 Aug 2023

Higher dose and shorter treatment of key antibiotic proven to be safe for TB patients

A higher dose and shorter treatment time of a cornerstone tuberculosis (TB) drug has proven to be safe for patients, according to a clinical trial led by researchers at St George's, University of London and results published in NEJM Evidence.

29 Aug 2023

Native American COVID-19 patients more likely to develop severe disease, study finds

A study of COVID-19 patients at a New Mexico hospital finds that the virus hit American Indian patients particularly hard-;even though Native American patients had fewer other illnesses or conditions than non-native patients.

29 Aug 2023

AI-powered patient triage platform predicts COVID-19 severity and length of hospitalization

A team of researchers from Yale University and other institutions globally has developed an innovative patient triage platform powered by artificial intelligence (AI) that the researchers say is capable of predicting patient disease severity and length of hospitalization during a viral outbreak.

29 Aug 2023

SGLT2 inhibitors do not reduce 28-day mortality in hospitalized COVID-19 patients

Sodium glucose co-transporter-2 (SGLT2) inhibitors do not lead to lower 28-day all-cause mortality compared with usual care or placebo in patients hospitalized with COVID-19, according to late-breaking research presented in a Hot Line session today at ESC Congress 2023.

29 Aug 2023

An update on the health benefits of olive oil

Researchers summarize recent evidence on the clinical impact of olive oil on human health.

29 Aug 2023

Non-alcoholic steatohepatitis progression blocked by ginger essential oil

Researchers explore the potential utility of ginger essential oil in preventing NASH.

29 Aug 2023

Study finds evidence of SARS-CoV-2 exposure in many patients with postviral syndrome

Researchers investigated immunologic and clinical findings indicative of SARS-CoV-2 exposure among individuals with postviral syndrome.

29 Aug 2023

Study finds that germline-encoded specificities cannot always predict the trajectory of B-cell responses

Researchers used computational simulations and experiments to investigate how genetic variations encoded in the germline impact B-cell responses.

29 Aug 2023

Could the weight of your serving dish make you obese?

People carrying heavier serving dishes are more likely to serve themselves higher than usual amounts of food.

29 Aug 2023

Omicron's dominance amidst immune escape sparks debate: should it be classified as a separate serotype?

Distinct serotypes for severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS)-related coronaviruses (CoVs).

29 Aug 2023

Is obesity associated with risk of head and neck cancer?

The association between obesity and head and neck cancer risk.

29 Aug 2023

Innovative insights into effects of hematopoietic changes on colon cancer, unveiling therapeutic avenues

Researchers investigated whether bone marrow-derived cells contribute to colitis-associated colon cancer.

29 Aug 2023

Can childhood traumas affect pandemic resilience? Study investigates connection between adverse experiences and mental, physical health during COVID-19

Researchers investigated whether changes in sleep quality, physical health, and mental health reported across the initial COVID-19 were related to ACEs.

29 Aug 2023

Study unveils previously unknown urinary biomarkers, revolutionizing early detection and treatment of viral infections like COVID-19

This recent study identifies new urinary biomarkers for detecting acute COVID-19 using spectroscopic analysis. The findings reveal that these biomarkers could offer valuable tools for early diagnosis, understanding the severity of the disease, and possibly contribute to endogenous immunological defense mechanisms against SARS-CoV-2.

29 Aug 2023

Are we failing to bridge the gap in HPV vaccine coverage globally?

Study reveals stark global inequities in HPV vaccine coverage across 84 countries, finding that nations with the highest burden of cervical cancer often have the lowest vaccination rates. However, new WHO recommendations and an increase in vaccine supply may help narrow this gap and improve equitable access.

29 Aug 2023

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Comparative mortality rates of SARS-CoV-2 and influenza in France before and after the COVID-19 pandemic

How frequent are hospital-onset SARS-CoV-2 infections and what hospital characteristics are associated with rates of hospital-onset SARS-CoV-2 infections?

How did COVID-19 pandemic–related experiences vary by caregiver education level, child life stage, and urban vs. rural residence?

A rise in all-cause mortality in China following termination of the Zero COVID Policy

West Nile virus surges to highest incidence since 2012

Higher dose and shorter treatment of key antibiotic proven to be safe for TB patients

Native American COVID-19 patients more likely to develop severe disease, study finds

AI-powered patient triage platform predicts COVID-19 severity and length of hospitalization

SGLT2 inhibitors do not reduce 28-day mortality in hospitalized COVID-19 patients

An update on the health benefits of olive oil

Non-alcoholic steatohepatitis progression blocked by ginger essential oil

Study finds evidence of SARS-CoV-2 exposure in many patients with postviral syndrome

Study finds that germline-encoded specificities cannot always predict the trajectory of B-cell responses

Could the weight of your serving dish make you obese?

Omicron's dominance amidst immune escape sparks debate: should it be classified as a separate serotype?

Is obesity associated with risk of head and neck cancer?

Innovative insights into effects of hematopoietic changes on colon cancer, unveiling therapeutic avenues

Can childhood traumas affect pandemic resilience? Study investigates connection between adverse experiences and mental, physical health during COVID-19

Study unveils previously unknown urinary biomarkers, revolutionizing early detection and treatment of viral infections like COVID-19

Are we failing to bridge the gap in HPV vaccine coverage globally?

Small solutions for big problems in drug discovery and delivery

Professor Nancy Ip: Pioneering New Paths in Neurodegenerative Therapy

Utilizing process Raman in optimizing cultivated meat production

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