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COVID-19 could change the levels of proteins related to male reproductive function

Many people who recover from COVID-19 experience long-term symptoms, such as brain fog or heart problems. Increasing evidence suggests that the virus can also impair fertility.

7 Apr 2022

Researchers reveal why people with allergic asthma are protected from severe COVID

The vast majority of people infected with the omicron variant of SARS-CoV-2 experience mild cold-like symptoms, moderate flu-like symptoms, or no symptoms at all, but the virus is so transmissible that it still spread deep into lung tissue to cause severe disease and death in thousands of people in the United States in 2022 alone.

7 Apr 2022

Study suggests blunted serological responses not responsible for COVID-19 mortality

A new study investigated serological profiling to determine the antibody responses in critically ill COVID-19 positive and negative patients.

7 Apr 2022

The dynamics of the Omicron wave in England

Researchers investigated the transmission dynamics of SARS-CoV-2 VOC Omicron in England using PCR testing and genomic sequencing data from the REACT-1 study.

7 Apr 2022

Insights into the pathogenesis of the previous and circulating SARS-CoV-2 variants in mice

A recent article presented the diverse pathogenesis of SARS-CoV-2 variants of concern in a humanized mouse model.

7 Apr 2022

International Health Partners; Bringing Hope to Vulnerable Communities

In this interview, we speak to Adele Paterson, CEO of International Health Partners, about how they are bringing hope to vulnerable communities worldwide.

7 Apr 2022

Transcriptional reprogramming of monocytes in COVID-19

In a recent study posted to the bioRxiv* server, researchers examined the functionality of cluster of differentiation 14-positive (CD14+) monocytes in patients with mild or moderate coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19).

7 Apr 2022

Patient outcomes after influenza, RSV, or SARS-CoV-2 hospitalization

A recent study posted to the medRxiv* preprint server investigated the elements that predicted all-cause mortality among individuals hospitalized due to influenza, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), or severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) infection.

7 Apr 2022

New insights on lung surfactants could lead to better treatments for respiratory illnesses

A team led by University of Minnesota Twin Cities engineering researchers analyzed the fundamental properties and structures of lung surfactant-;a naturally occurring substance that helps human and animal lungs expand and contract-;providing insight that could eventually help scientists develop better treatments for respiratory illnesses.

6 Apr 2022

Study explores incidence of cardiac impairment a year after SARS-CoV-2 infection

Researchers used cardiac magnetic resonance to show the one-year trajectory of cardiac impairment in long coronavirus disease patients.

6 Apr 2022

Insights into the pathophysiology of NeuroCOVID

A new study describes the neurological features of COVID-19, both short- and long-term.

6 Apr 2022

Researchers explore the link between immunoglobulins and blood profile in severe SARS-CoV-2 patients

A new study illustrated the association of immunoglobulins with blood characteristics in COVID-19 patients.

6 Apr 2022

Self-assembling SARS-CoV-2 spike protein-directed nanoparticle vaccines

A new preprint study depicted the generation of self-assembling coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) nanoparticle vaccines.

6 Apr 2022

The association of lipid levels with the risk of COVID-19 infection, hospitalization, disease severity, and mortality

A recent study conducted by a team of international scientists has highlighted that individuals with high serum levels of high-density lipoprotein-cholesterol are less susceptible to SARS-CoV-2 infection.

6 Apr 2022

Study evaluates the presence of the SARS-CoV-2 spike protein in urine samples collected during the COVID-19 pandemic

A study published analyzed the presence of SARS-CoV-2 spike protein in urine samples of the infected patients.

6 Apr 2022

Researchers identify novel SARS-CoV-2 Delta-Omicron recombinant strain in Europe

A new study presented the rapid profiling of a SARS-CoV-2 Delta-Omicron recombinant sequence from Europe.

6 Apr 2022

Why Black and Hispanic seniors are left with a less powerful flu vaccine

At Whitman-Walker Health, Dr. David Fessler and his staff administer high-dose influenza vaccine to all HIV-positive and senior patients.

6 Apr 2022

Developing and manufacturing custom recombinant antibodies for R&D

In this interview, Dr. Linlin Zhang, technical specialist for Sino Biological Europe, discusses how Sino is expanding its product offerings into the European market and outlines its process for developing and manufacturing custom recombinant antibodies for their clients.

From Sino Biological Inc. 6 Apr 2022

Swedish HCW study shows COVID booster shots have limited effect on Omicron

Researchers examine emerging infections in healthcare workers who received the booster vaccination either with or without prior SARS-CoV-2 infection.

5 Apr 2022

Study investigates the local-mucosal susceptibility and innate immune response to Omicron compared to other variants

A recent study observed that the replication of the SARS-CoV-2 Omicron variant was restricted in human lung tissues

5 Apr 2022

Cold, Flu & Cough News and Research

Latest Cold, Flu & Cough News and Research

COVID-19 could change the levels of proteins related to male reproductive function

Researchers reveal why people with allergic asthma are protected from severe COVID

Study suggests blunted serological responses not responsible for COVID-19 mortality

The dynamics of the Omicron wave in England

Insights into the pathogenesis of the previous and circulating SARS-CoV-2 variants in mice

International Health Partners; Bringing Hope to Vulnerable Communities

Transcriptional reprogramming of monocytes in COVID-19

Patient outcomes after influenza, RSV, or SARS-CoV-2 hospitalization

New insights on lung surfactants could lead to better treatments for respiratory illnesses

Study explores incidence of cardiac impairment a year after SARS-CoV-2 infection

Insights into the pathophysiology of NeuroCOVID

Researchers explore the link between immunoglobulins and blood profile in severe SARS-CoV-2 patients

Self-assembling SARS-CoV-2 spike protein-directed nanoparticle vaccines

The association of lipid levels with the risk of COVID-19 infection, hospitalization, disease severity, and mortality

Study evaluates the presence of the SARS-CoV-2 spike protein in urine samples collected during the COVID-19 pandemic

Researchers identify novel SARS-CoV-2 Delta-Omicron recombinant strain in Europe

Why Black and Hispanic seniors are left with a less powerful flu vaccine

Developing and manufacturing custom recombinant antibodies for R&D

Swedish HCW study shows COVID booster shots have limited effect on Omicron

Study investigates the local-mucosal susceptibility and innate immune response to Omicron compared to other variants

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