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Early viral activity plays critical role in long COVID, study suggests

Findings on early viral and immune markers provide insights into the pathogenesis of post-acute sequelae of SARS-CoV-2, informing future research and therapies.

2 Sep 2024

Different types and sources of carbohydrate found to be protective against gout

The study found that carbohydrates prevent gout, whereas free sugars have the opposite impact.

2 Sep 2024

Study identifies key predictors of severe mpox cases

The study uncovers factors influencing mpox severity and duration, emphasizing the role of viral load and specific clinical presentations in patient outcomes.

2 Sep 2024

Autophagy in HPCs modulates exosomal miRNAs to inhibit liver fibrosis

The study investigates the role of autophagy in hepatic progenitor cells (HPCs) and its potential to modulate exosomal microRNAs (miRNAs) to inhibit liver fibrosis in the context of schistosomiasis, a disease caused by parasitic flatworms that can lead to severe organ damage, particularly to the liver.

2 Sep 2024

Intranasal vaccine shows broad SARS-CoV-2 variant protection

Study demonstrates that a single-dose intranasal live-attenuated vaccine, CDO-7N-1, provides broad protection against SARS-CoV-2 and its variants by inducing potent immune responses, including neutralizing antibodies and T-cell activity, in animal models.

1 Sep 2024

New study highlights potential of childhood immunization against HIV

Research at Weill Cornell Medicine suggests that childhood immunization against HIV could one day provide protection before risk of contracting this potentially fatal infection dramatically increases in adolescence.

30 Aug 2024

Nigeria and DRC take action with new mpox vaccine rollouts

Nigeria is to begin the immediate rollout of 5,000 doses of mpox vaccines while the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) eyes its first shipment of 65,000 doses, as Africa steps up measures to control the multi-country outbreak.

30 Aug 2024

Philippines faces scrutiny over rollout of unproven African swine fever vaccine

The Philippines is under global scrutiny as it proceeds with the controlled rollout of an unproven African swine fever (ASF) vaccine from Vietnam amid doubts from experts about its safety and efficacy.

30 Aug 2024

Mosquito males’ visual and auditory cues reveal new insights for malaria control

A high-pitched buzzing sound in your ear is an unmistakable sign that a female mosquito is out on the hunt -; for they, not males, drink blood. Hearing that tone might make you turn to try to swat the pest. But for a male mosquito, that tone means it's time to mate.

30 Aug 2024

Rare genetic mutation tied to increased risk of tuberculosis

Tuberculosis is a confounding scourge. It's the leading cause of death from infectious disease in the world, and yet it's estimated that those deaths represent perhaps 5% of infections with Mycobacterium tuberculosis (Mtb).

30 Aug 2024

Benchmark Genetics Iceland remains unaffected by the ongoing volcanic eruption

Our facilities are situated outside the designated risk zone for the current seismic and volcanic activities near Grindavík, Iceland.

From Benchmark Genetics 30 Aug 2024

Obesity increases the risk of SARS-CoV-2 infection by 34%

Obesity is linked to a 34% higher risk of SARS-CoV-2 infection upon exposure, highlighting the importance of weight management in COVID-19 prevention.

30 Aug 2024

Mpox persists in England: Strong vaccine effectiveness, stay vigilant

Study found that mpox cases in England remained low but steady in 2023, with the MVA-BN vaccine showing 82% effectiveness in preventing severe disease, particularly among GBMSM.

29 Aug 2024

Fibrin fuels thromboinflammation and brain damage in COVID-19

Researchers reveal fibrin's critical role in COVID-19 by driving thromboinflammation and neuropathology, and highlight a potential antibody therapy to mitigate these effects.

29 Aug 2024

Vancomycin resistance in Staphylococcus aureus may become more stable over time

Staphylococcus aureus has the potential to develop durable vancomycin resistance, according to a study published August 28, 2024, in the open-access journal PLOS Pathogens by Samuel Blechman and Erik Wright from the University of Pittsburgh, USA.

29 Aug 2024

CDC identifies new Oropouche virus cases in U.S. travelers, raising public health concerns

The CDC reports 21 new cases of Oropouche virus among U.S. travelers from Brazil and Cuba, highlighting potential health risks and the need for vigilant monitoring and preventive measures.

29 Aug 2024

Acute kidney injury doubles dementia risk, study finds

Study reveals a significant association between acute kidney injury (AKI) and an increased risk of dementia, particularly in cases of severe or recurrent AKI.

29 Aug 2024

CD4 T cells found to be key players in tuberculosis defense

The body's first line of defense against tuberculosis (TB) involves immune cells that suppress lung inflammation instead of activating it, reported University of Pittsburgh and the Ragon Institute of Mass General, MIT, and Harvard scientists today in Immunity.

29 Aug 2024

WHO calls for manufacturers to submit mpox diagnostic tests for Emergency Use Listing

WHO has asked manufacturers of mpox in vitro diagnostics (IVDs) to submit an expression of interest for Emergency Use Listing (EUL).

29 Aug 2024

Climate change linked to increased risk of foodborne illness from Salmonella enterica

Climate change will increase the risk of the foodborne illness from Salmonella enterica, according to a new study. The research was published today in Applied and Environmental Microbiology, a journal of the American Society for Microbiology.

29 Aug 2024