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Millions struggle: The hidden impact of post-COVID conditions on US adults

Researchers propose a model that could be used as a foundation for future research to determine long COVID prevalence.

4 May 2023

NIH researchers gain new insights on rare immune deficiency

In an 11-year study, researchers at the National Institutes of Health have further characterized idiopathic CD4 lymphocytopenia (ICL), a rare immune deficiency that leaves people vulnerable to infectious diseases, autoimmune diseases and cancers.

4 May 2023

Malnourished children live in poorer African households whilst overweight children are in rich homes

Higher numbers of malnourished children suffering from stunting and wasting are found in poorer households in East and Southern Africa, whilst more overweight children live in the richest homes, a new study reveals.

4 May 2023

How the COVID pandemic has improved genomics

In this interview, Davide Cacchiarelli, Molecular Biology and Genomics Professor at the University of Naples talks to NewsMed about how the COVID pandemic has highlighted the vital role of genomic surveillance and improved genomics.

From MGI 4 May 2023

The Human Protein Atlas and Precision Medicine

In this interview, Mathias Uhlen, the Director of the Human Protein Atlas, talks to NewsMed about the Human Protein Atlas and Precision Medicine.

From MGI 4 May 2023

Advancing the development of vaccines through recombinant technology

In this interview, News-Medical talks to Dr. Amy Sheng, the head of CRO at Sino Biological, about current developments in the field of vaccine development through recombinant techniques.

From Sino Biological Inc. 4 May 2023

A multisectoral, global, and interdisciplinary approach is needed for better pandemic preparedness

Researchers reviewed existing data on pandemics and described the steps needed to prevent the emergence.

4 May 2023

What are the top 10 public health challenges in 2023?

Researchers discuss the global public health challenges for the year 2023, which include health systems, mental health, substance abuse, infectious diseases, malnutrition and food insecurity, sexual and reproductive health, environmental pollution, climate, cancer, and diabetes.

3 May 2023

Study finds school-household network key to understanding disease transmission in children

Study aimed to investigate the transmission of respiratory infections among children in schools and households. The results showed that schools play a significant role in transmission within study years, while households play a significant role in transmission between study years and between primary and secondary schools.

3 May 2023

Study examines the reinfection of SARS-CoV-2 variants in children

Researchers characterized the children with severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 reinfection.

3 May 2023

UC San Francisco will be first hospital in California to offer pharmacogenetic testing

Beginning May 9, UC San Francisco will be the first hospital in California, and one of only a few nationwide, to offer pharmacogenetic testing.

2 May 2023

New insight into how the occludin protein mediates cell-to-cell transmission of SARS-CoV-2 virus

While the coronavirus continues to infect people around the world, researchers at the University of Missouri have identified a specific protein inside the human body that plays a critical role in how the virus spreads from cell to cell after infection - a discovery that will help better understand the COVID-19 disease and could lead to the development of new antiviral drugs in the future.

2 May 2023

Why the preservation of Australia's biodiversity is essential for human health

Researchers reviewed the significance of preserving Australia's biodiversity for the well-being of human health.

2 May 2023

Opening doors for broader participation in oral microbiome studies: the stability and comparability of ethanol-free mouthwash

Researchers compared the use of ethanol-free and ethanol-containing mouthwash for oral microbiome studies.

1 May 2023

Urgent call for improved diagnostics, treatments, and vaccines against deadly Hantavirus

Scientists discuss hantavirus infections, which are a type of viral hemorrhagic fever that can be transmitted to humans through exposure to infected rodents in endemic areas.

30 Apr 2023

New approach for efficient engineering of cell and gene therapies

A new approach to the genetic engineering of cells promises significant improvements in speed, efficiency, and reduction in cellular toxicity compared to current methods.

28 Apr 2023

Handwashing with soap can prevent acute respiratory infections

Handwashing with soap can reduce cases of acute respiratory infection (ARI) in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) by as much as 17%, according to a review published in The Lancet.

28 Apr 2023

Is there an association between ABO and RhD blood groups and risk of HIV infection?

Researchers investigated the association between HIV and the ABO and RhD blood groups.

28 Apr 2023

Ethanol vapor inhalation can disable influenza A virus in mice

Inhaling low concentrations of ethanol vapor can disable the influenza A virus in mice, without harmful side effects, says a new study by scientists at the Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology (OIST). The scientists believe it may also treat similar viruses such as the one that causes Covid-19.

27 Apr 2023

Developing Next-Generation Nanomaterials for Medical Applications

In this interview conducted at Pittcon 2023 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, we spoke to Dr. Chad Merkin, Director of the International Institute for Nanotechnology, about his work developing next-generation nanomaterials for medical applications.

From Pittcon 27 Apr 2023

Infectious Diseases News and Research

Millions struggle: The hidden impact of post-COVID conditions on US adults

NIH researchers gain new insights on rare immune deficiency

Malnourished children live in poorer African households whilst overweight children are in rich homes

How the COVID pandemic has improved genomics

The Human Protein Atlas and Precision Medicine

Advancing the development of vaccines through recombinant technology

A multisectoral, global, and interdisciplinary approach is needed for better pandemic preparedness

What are the top 10 public health challenges in 2023?

Study finds school-household network key to understanding disease transmission in children

Study examines the reinfection of SARS-CoV-2 variants in children

UC San Francisco will be first hospital in California to offer pharmacogenetic testing

New insight into how the occludin protein mediates cell-to-cell transmission of SARS-CoV-2 virus

Why the preservation of Australia's biodiversity is essential for human health

Opening doors for broader participation in oral microbiome studies: the stability and comparability of ethanol-free mouthwash

Urgent call for improved diagnostics, treatments, and vaccines against deadly Hantavirus

New approach for efficient engineering of cell and gene therapies

Handwashing with soap can prevent acute respiratory infections

Is there an association between ABO and RhD blood groups and risk of HIV infection?

Ethanol vapor inhalation can disable influenza A virus in mice

Developing Next-Generation Nanomaterials for Medical Applications

Industry Focus eBook - Infectious Diseases (3rd Edition) eBook

Evaluating new approaches for rare disease genomics

Expanding access to NMR with the Fourier 80 Duo

Advancing Intracellular Delivery with LumiPore®

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