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Alarming spread of H5N1 bird flu in US dairy cattle reveals cross-species transmission dangers

Researchers discovered that the H5N1 avian influenza virus has spilled over into dairy cattle in the US, posing significant cross-species transmission risks. Their multidisciplinary study reveals the virus's evolution and its zoonotic potential, emphasizing the need for heightened biosecurity measures.

25 Jul 2024

COVID pandemic accelerated brain aging, especially in males and deprived groups

The COVID-19 pandemic accelerated brain aging, particularly in males and those from deprived backgrounds, with significant cognitive performance decline in infected individuals. This impact was observed regardless of COVID-19 infection status, highlighting the role of psychosocial stressors.

25 Jul 2024

Cordyceps sinensis shown to alleviate idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis in mice

A recent study from China has reported that Cordyceps sinensis (CS), a traditional Chinese medicinal fungus, can ameliorate idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) in mice by inhibiting mitochondrion-mediated oxidative stress.

25 Jul 2024

Study: Iron infusions superior to blood transfusions for surgical patients with anemia

In a rigorous medical records study covering tens of thousands of patients, Johns Hopkins Medicine researchers conclude that some patients with preoperative anemia have better outcomes if they get iron infusions before surgery rather than standard red blood cell transfusions.

25 Jul 2024

Trial shows moderate reduction in respiratory symptoms with surgical face masks

Wearing a surgical face mask in public spaces reduces the risk of self-reported respiratory symptoms, finds a trial of adults in Norway published by The BMJ today.

25 Jul 2024

Study reveals moderate burden of post-COVID conditions in primary care

The post-COVID-19 conditions (PCC) or long COVID prevalence among United States (US) adults infected with SARS-CoV-2.

25 Jul 2024

Rising bed bug insecticide poisonings demand safer pest control methods, French study reveals

Researchers analyzed 1,056 cases of bed bug insecticide exposure in France, revealing a significant rise in poisoning incidents and emphasizing the need for safer pest control methods.

24 Jul 2024

$Study shows wearable health sensors only prompt a fraction of at-home tests$

Study shows wearable health sensors only prompt a fraction of at-home tests

When seemingly healthy people receive an alert from a wearable sensor telling them they might have a respiratory virus-;based on small changes in their unique heartrate, sleep and activity patterns-;what do they do? According to a new study by Scripps Research scientists carried out at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, only a quarter of people follow up such an alert with an at-home viral test.

24 Jul 2024

Cognitive decline persists in older adults long after severe COVID-19 recovery

Older adults recovering from COVID-19 experience varying degrees of cognitive decline over 2.5 years, with severe cases showing the most significant impact. Early cognitive care and monitoring are crucial for improving outcomes.

24 Jul 2024

Traffic-related ultrafine particles impair mitochondrial function in human olfactory cells

Ultrafine particles, UFPs, the smallest contributors to air pollution, hinder the function of mitochondria in human olfactory mucosa cells, a new study shows.

24 Jul 2024

Enterprise Therapeutics doses first person with cystic fibrosis in Phase 2 trial for novel therapy ETD001

Enterprise Therapeutics Ltd (Enterprise), a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to the discovery and development of novel therapies to improve the lives of those suffering from respiratory disease, today announced dosing of the first person with cystic fibrosis (pwCF) in its Phase 2a trial of ETD001.

24 Jul 2024

Oral-gut axis: How mouth bacteria impact your overall health

A recent review in Nature Reviews Microbiology highlights how oral and gut microbiomes interact, impacting overall human health. Oral microorganisms can enter the gut, contributing to dysbiosis and various diseases, necessitating further research on these complex interactions.

24 Jul 2024

Ohio State leads multi-million dollar research on long COVID solutions

A 2022 study suggesting that blocking a single molecule could protect against severe illness in COVID-19 has led to a $15 million federal grant supporting a comprehensive effort to learn more – with finding a solution to long COVID at the center of the new research.

23 Jul 2024

More types of lung cells can be infected by SARS-CoV-2 than previously thought, scientists report

Scientists at Sanford Burnham Prebys, University of California San Diego and their international collaborators have reported that more types of lung cells can be infected by SARS-CoV-2 than previously thought, including those without known viral receptors.

23 Jul 2024

Study offers new insight into the underlying brain mechanisms of sleep apnea-induced hypertension

Nearly 40 million adults in the U.S. have sleep apnea, and more than 30 million of them use a continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machine while sleeping.

23 Jul 2024

Evaluation and treatment of early Lyme disease

Every year in the United States, an estimated 476,000 people are diagnosed and treated for Lyme disease. The estimate comes from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

23 Jul 2024

New method can rapidly determine virus infectivity

A new method that can rapidly determine whether a virus is infectious or non-infectious could revolutionize the response to future pandemics.

23 Jul 2024

COVID-19's impact on maternal mortality demands rethink of public health strategies

During the peak of the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic, there was an increase in maternal mortality in Chile. This is confirmed by a natural population experiment based on data from the Department of Health Statistics and Information (DEIS) of the Chilean Ministry of Health. The research was published in PLOS Global Public Health.

23 Jul 2024

Study finds no direct link between pandemic social distancing and neonatal mortality

A recent study in JAMA Network Open found no significant link between social distancing during the COVID-19 pandemic and overall neonatal mortality rates in the U.S., though a two-month lag indicated some increase in early neonatal deaths and preterm births.

23 Jul 2024

COVID vaccines and infections in early pregnancy show no increased risk of birth defects in large Nordic study

Research on 343,066 infants across Denmark, Sweden, and Norway shows no increased risk of congenital anomalies from COVID-19 infections or vaccinations during the first trimester. The study confirms safety, supporting vaccination recommendations for pregnant women.

22 Jul 2024

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Respiratory News and Research

Alarming spread of H5N1 bird flu in US dairy cattle reveals cross-species transmission dangers

COVID pandemic accelerated brain aging, especially in males and deprived groups

Cordyceps sinensis shown to alleviate idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis in mice

Study: Iron infusions superior to blood transfusions for surgical patients with anemia

Trial shows moderate reduction in respiratory symptoms with surgical face masks

Study reveals moderate burden of post-COVID conditions in primary care

Rising bed bug insecticide poisonings demand safer pest control methods, French study reveals

Study shows wearable health sensors only prompt a fraction of at-home tests

Cognitive decline persists in older adults long after severe COVID-19 recovery

Traffic-related ultrafine particles impair mitochondrial function in human olfactory cells

Enterprise Therapeutics doses first person with cystic fibrosis in Phase 2 trial for novel therapy ETD001

Oral-gut axis: How mouth bacteria impact your overall health

Ohio State leads multi-million dollar research on long COVID solutions

More types of lung cells can be infected by SARS-CoV-2 than previously thought, scientists report

Study offers new insight into the underlying brain mechanisms of sleep apnea-induced hypertension

Evaluation and treatment of early Lyme disease

New method can rapidly determine virus infectivity

COVID-19's impact on maternal mortality demands rethink of public health strategies

Study finds no direct link between pandemic social distancing and neonatal mortality

COVID vaccines and infections in early pregnancy show no increased risk of birth defects in large Nordic study

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