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A waning outbreak of the mpox virus among men who have sex with men

In a recent study posted to the medRxiv* server, researchers developed a mathematical model to describe the mpox (Monkeypox) transmission among men who have sex with men (MSM). They used this model to understand how MSM behavioral changes shaped the mpox outbreak in the Netherlands in June/July 2022.

7 Feb 2023

Study examines postpartum women's experiences during the third wave of COVID-19

In a recent study published in the journal Pharmacoepidemiology, researchers investigated postpartum women’s birth-associated experiences during the third wave of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic in Europe.

7 Feb 2023

Study shows activation of pulmonary macrophages by SARS-CoV-2 spike glycoprotein

In a recent study published in the International Journal of Molecular Sciences, researchers investigated the effects of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) spike (S) glycoprotein on human lung macrophage (HLM) activation and angiotensin-converting enzyme 2 (ACE2) and transmembrane serine protease 2 (TMPRSS2) expression in human lung macrophages.

7 Feb 2023

An approach to review SARS-CoV-2 and Strongyloides stercoralis coinfections

Researchers present the protocol for their systematic review on SARS-CoV-2 and Strongyloides stercoralis coinfections.

7 Feb 2023

A review of innate immunity relevant to SARS-CoV-2 and COVID-19

In a recent study published in The New England Journal of Medicine, researchers reviewed selected acute-phase proteins concerning their production, structure, and function.

7 Feb 2023

Do individuals with long COVID ever recover fully?

Researchers investigate the sociodemographic factors that contribute to the remission of long COVID.

7 Feb 2023

Bivalent boosters provide additional protection from BA.5, XBB, and XBB.1.5

In a recent Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR) published on the United States Center for Disease Control and Prevention (US-CDC) website, researchers analyzed data from the Increasing Community Access to Testing (ICATT), a nationwide pharmacy program run in the US for severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) testing.

7 Feb 2023

Understanding the relationship between SARS-CoV-2 infection and periodontitis

In a recent review published in the journal International Journal of Molecular Sciences, researchers reviewed existing data on the association between periodontitis and coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19).

7 Feb 2023

Mucoactive drugs block SARS-CoV-2 infection

Researchers evaluate the effects of mucociliary active molecules on SARS-CoV-2 infection in vitro.

7 Feb 2023

Increase in resistant Shigella infections among men who have sex with men

Researchers report a rise in Shigella flexneri type 2a infections in men who have sexual intercourse with men in England from September 2021 onward.

7 Feb 2023

Symptomatic SARS-CoV-2 infection during pregnancy increases risk of complications for mother and infant

Researchers investigate the obstetric and neonatal outcomes in unvaccinated pregnant females infected with the SARS-CoV-2.

7 Feb 2023

Study reports two cases of ocular MPox in HIV-infected patients

Researchers review the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of ocular Mpox syndrome in men living with HIV infection.

7 Feb 2023

Study characterizes mutations in neuraminidase of human-like H5N1 influenza viruses

A study published in PLOS PATHOGENS describes the prevalence and functions of mutations in neuraminidase enzyme of avian H5N1 influenza viruses that are preferentially selected in human H5N1 influenza viruses.

7 Feb 2023

The nature of the immune responses induced by various COVID-19 vaccines developed using different platforms and formulations

Researchers reviewed existing achievements and shortcomings in SARS-CoV-2 vaccine platforms, as well as future-generation vaccine considerations.

7 Feb 2023

The safety profile and the actual known adverse effects of COVID-19 vaccines in at-risk and healthy individuals

Researchers discussed the safety of COVID-19 vaccines in healthy people and patients with autoimmunity or cardiac issues.

7 Feb 2023

Study highlights the emergence of S. cerevisiae as an opportunistic fungal pathogen in immunosuppressed patients presenting several severe comorbidities

Researchers from Brazil presented a fatal case of a patient developing Saccharomyces cerevisiae infection and succumbing to septic shock after contracting and recovering from a SARS-CoV-2 infection.

7 Feb 2023

A secret weapon in preventing the next pandemic: Fruit bats

More than four dozen Jamaican fruit bats destined for a lab in Bozeman, Montana, are set to become part of an experiment with an ambitious goal: predicting the next global pandemic.

7 Feb 2023

Can hair cortisol serve as a biomarker for mood in bipolar disorder?

Researchers assessed the role of cortisol levels in human hair as a biomarker in bipolar disorder.

7 Feb 2023

Development and testing of a machine-learning-based system for early prediction of antimicrobial susceptibility probability

Researchers developed and tested a machine learning-based clinical decision support system to predict antibiotic resistance.

7 Feb 2023

Owlstone Medical Publishes Data on the Use of Exhaled Volatile Organic Compounds as Biomarkers for Liver Disease Detection

Owlstone Medical (“Owlstone”), the global leader in Breath Biopsy® for applications in early disease detection and precision medicine, today announced the publication of a peer-reviewed study in the Journal of Clinical and Translational Hepatology, “Breath Biopsy to identify exhaled volatile organic compounds as biomarkers for liver cirrhosis detection”.

From Owlstone Medical Ltd 7 Feb 2023

Disease/Infection News

A waning outbreak of the mpox virus among men who have sex with men

Study examines postpartum women's experiences during the third wave of COVID-19

Study shows activation of pulmonary macrophages by SARS-CoV-2 spike glycoprotein

An approach to review SARS-CoV-2 and Strongyloides stercoralis coinfections

A review of innate immunity relevant to SARS-CoV-2 and COVID-19

Do individuals with long COVID ever recover fully?

Bivalent boosters provide additional protection from BA.5, XBB, and XBB.1.5

Understanding the relationship between SARS-CoV-2 infection and periodontitis

Mucoactive drugs block SARS-CoV-2 infection

Increase in resistant Shigella infections among men who have sex with men

Symptomatic SARS-CoV-2 infection during pregnancy increases risk of complications for mother and infant

Study reports two cases of ocular MPox in HIV-infected patients

Study characterizes mutations in neuraminidase of human-like H5N1 influenza viruses

The nature of the immune responses induced by various COVID-19 vaccines developed using different platforms and formulations

The safety profile and the actual known adverse effects of COVID-19 vaccines in at-risk and healthy individuals

Study highlights the emergence of S. cerevisiae as an opportunistic fungal pathogen in immunosuppressed patients presenting several severe comorbidities

A secret weapon in preventing the next pandemic: Fruit bats

Can hair cortisol serve as a biomarker for mood in bipolar disorder?

Development and testing of a machine-learning-based system for early prediction of antimicrobial susceptibility probability

Owlstone Medical Publishes Data on the Use of Exhaled Volatile Organic Compounds as Biomarkers for Liver Disease Detection

How does norepinephrine influence anxiety-related behaviours?

Transforming Lab Workflows with Cell Culture Automation

Building Bridges to Scalable Allogeneic Cell Therapy

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