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Study reviews hydroxychloroquine and remdesivir antiviral potency against SARS‐CoV‐2

In a new study, researchers outlined the synthesis and the possible mechanism of action (MOA) of two potential severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) repurposing drug candidates.

17 Oct 2022

What is the impact of COVID-19 and organophosphates on cardiac health?

In a new study, researchers discussed the impacts of organophosphates (OP) and severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) infections on cardiovascular (CVS) health.

17 Oct 2022

Did the risk of severe COVID-19 in the immunodeficient population of the UK change following vaccination deployment?

Researchers evaluated the changing risk of severe COVID-19 outcomes in individuals with primary and secondary immunodeficiencies in the context of COVID-19 vaccinations.

17 Oct 2022

Exploring molecular docking and molecular dynamics simulations as advanced tools for novel antiviral drug discovery

Researchers presented an overview of factors influencing emerging infectious diseases. They also highlighted the importance of molecular dynamic (MD) simulations and molecular docking (MDO) analysis for combating these diseases.

17 Oct 2022

Study uses whole genome sequencing to trace SARS-CoV-2 transmission within Welsh hospital

In a new study, researchers used whole genome sequencing to examine the patients-to-staff, staff-to-patients, and staff-to-staff transmission of SARS-CoV-2 in hospitals in Wales.

17 Oct 2022

Physical exercise provides positive health benefits on COVID-19 outcomes

A new study found that physical exercise has a positive effect on the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) prognosis.

17 Oct 2022

How the ‘love hormone’ oxytocin may have heart-healing properties

In this interview, News Medical speaks to Dr. Aitor Aguirre, Assistant Professor of Biomedical Engineering at Michigan State University, about how the ‘love hormone’ oxytocin may provide heart-healing properties.

17 Oct 2022

Inhalation therapeutics against COVID-19

A recent study published in the Pulmonary Pharmacology & Therapeutics journal described different inhalation therapeutic agents for treating respiratory viral infections like coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19).

17 Oct 2022

COVID-19 vaccines show favorable immunogenicity and efficacy in people living with HIV

In a recent study published in the International Journal of Infectious Diseases, researchers assessed the efficacy of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccines in people living with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV).

16 Oct 2022

Transition in the management of COVID-19

A review of the current approaches to managing COVID-19, including diagnostic, therapeutic, and preventive measures.

16 Oct 2022

In silico studies identify potent plant metabolites capable of inhibiting SARS-CoV-2

In silico studies assess the binding efficacy of phytoconstituents against active sites of SARS-CoV-2.

16 Oct 2022

Amplification of venous thromboembolism risk by COVID-19 among malignancy patients

In a new study, researchers reported the mechanisms involved in COVID-19 coagulopathy and the significance of SARS-CoV-2 infections for cancer patients concerning outcomes, thromboembolic complication risks, and consequences of management strategies.

14 Oct 2022

Study determines how fibroblasts play a role in tumor's ability to generate anti-HER2 therapy resistance

A study led by researchers at the Hospital del Mar Medical Research Institute (IMIM-Hospital del Mar) has determined the role that fibroblasts, the cells that contribute to tissue formation, play in a tumor's ability to generate resistance to the most common biological treatment for HER2.

14 Oct 2022

Rheumatoid arthritis drug can be repurposed to improve diabetes-associated symptoms

Researchers at Baylor College of Medicine and collaborating institutions discovered that the rheumatoid arthritis drug auranofin can potentially be repurposed to improve diabetes-associated symptoms.

14 Oct 2022

Review on Panax ginseng therapeutic efficacy for COVID-19-associated neurological diseases

In a new study, researchers discussed the therapeutic potential of Panax ginseng for COVID-19 (coronavirus disease 2019)-induced neurological diseases.

14 Oct 2022

The utilization and provision of pediatric primary care services during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic

The current protocol focuses on primary care pediatricians (PCPs) since they are the primary point of contact for 80% of children who need to access healthcare in many countries.

14 Oct 2022

Chinese study determines the real-world effectiveness of COVID-19 vaccines

A recent study aimed to determine the real-world effectiveness of COVID-19 vaccines against SARS-CoV-2 infection.

14 Oct 2022

Potent antibiotic-loaded bone-cement could be used to treat bone infections

Each year, 700,000 people die due to antibiotic resistance. A growing global population unfortunately generates a growing resistance to established antibiotic treatments - a threat that has been met with insufficient funding and dwindling inspiration, as commercial incentives for developing new antibiotics have fallen.

13 Oct 2022

New malaria vaccine rollout planned in 2023

Researchers say they plan to roll out a new malaria vaccine next year after tests on children in West Africa found it to be up to 80 per cent effective.

13 Oct 2022

Researchers develop an HERV-enveloped recombinant baculoviral DNA vaccine against SARS-CoV-2

Researchers developed a human endogenous retrovirus (HERV)-enveloped recombinant baculoviral DNA vaccine to target the SARS-CoV-2 Delta variant, and tested its cross-protection efficacy using mice models.

13 Oct 2022

Efficacy News and Research

Study reviews hydroxychloroquine and remdesivir antiviral potency against SARS‐CoV‐2

What is the impact of COVID-19 and organophosphates on cardiac health?

Did the risk of severe COVID-19 in the immunodeficient population of the UK change following vaccination deployment?

Exploring molecular docking and molecular dynamics simulations as advanced tools for novel antiviral drug discovery

Study uses whole genome sequencing to trace SARS-CoV-2 transmission within Welsh hospital

Physical exercise provides positive health benefits on COVID-19 outcomes

How the ‘love hormone’ oxytocin may have heart-healing properties

Inhalation therapeutics against COVID-19

COVID-19 vaccines show favorable immunogenicity and efficacy in people living with HIV

Transition in the management of COVID-19

In silico studies identify potent plant metabolites capable of inhibiting SARS-CoV-2

Amplification of venous thromboembolism risk by COVID-19 among malignancy patients

Study determines how fibroblasts play a role in tumor's ability to generate anti-HER2 therapy resistance

Rheumatoid arthritis drug can be repurposed to improve diabetes-associated symptoms

Review on Panax ginseng therapeutic efficacy for COVID-19-associated neurological diseases

The utilization and provision of pediatric primary care services during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic

Chinese study determines the real-world effectiveness of COVID-19 vaccines

Potent antibiotic-loaded bone-cement could be used to treat bone infections

New malaria vaccine rollout planned in 2023

Researchers develop an HERV-enveloped recombinant baculoviral DNA vaccine against SARS-CoV-2

Bringing real-time analytics to downstream bioprocess monitoring

Designing fluidic architecture for scalable diagnostic platforms

Evaluating new approaches for rare disease genomics

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