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Sugar-decorated proteins in mucus could prevent SARS-CoV-2 viruses from spreading from surfaces

Early in the pandemic, many people fastidiously disinfected surfaces because laboratory studies predicted that SARS-CoV-2 could be easily transmitted in this way.

2 Mar 2022

To be one in a million: ‘Who thinks it’s going to be you?’

Monica Melkonian wanted the Johnson & Johnson covid vaccine. It was only one shot and then she would be protected against the virus. So she was thrilled when the vaccination clinic at the Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center on April 7 had her first choice.

2 Mar 2022

The prevalence of SARS-CoV-2 in environment and animal samples from the Huanan seafood market

A new study describes the surveillance of SARS-CoV-2 within the Huanan seafood market.

2 Mar 2022

Antigenic differences between Omicron BA.1 and BA.2 SARS-CoV-2 variants

A new study identifies the antigenic differences that exist between the Omicron BA.2 and BA.1 variants.

2 Mar 2022

Face masks can play a crucial role in reducing the spread of Covid infection

An international research team from universities including Chalmers University of Technology, Sweden, the University of Padua and the University of Udine in Italy, and the University of Vienna, Austria, has developed a new theoretical model to better assess the risks of spreading viruses such as Covid-19 - with and without a face mask.

1 Mar 2022

mRNA vaccines found to generate neutralizing antibodies against SARS-CoV-2 Omicron variant

A new study assessed the immunogenicity of messenger-ribonucleic acid vaccines to generate cross-reactive neutralizing antibodies against the SARS-CoV-2 Omicron variant in convalescent COVID-19 patients.

1 Mar 2022

Study identifies olfactory dysfunction as an early symptom of COVID-19

In a new study, scientists researched olfactory loss and dysfunction among COVID-19 patients to objectively characterize it as a symptom of COVID-19.

1 Mar 2022

Study finds MK-4482 inhibits replication of multiple SARS-CoV-2 variants of concern in Syrian hamster COVID-19 model

Researchers found that an antiviral drug, was effective against SARS-CoV-2 variants, including the recently emerged Omicron variant, in Syrian hamsters.

1 Mar 2022

COVID-19 severity is correlated with body composition

In a recent study posted to the medRxiv* preprint server, researchers assessed the effect of changes in the abdominal well-being and physique on coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) severity using magnetic resonance imaging (MRI).

28 Feb 2022

Assessing COVID-19 vaccination preferences of younger adults in Canada

A new study investigated the preferences of younger Canadian adults towards COVID-19 vaccination.

28 Feb 2022

Health events amongst pregnant females after COVID-19 vaccination

Researchers evidenced that mRNA-based COVID-19 vaccines are safe in pregnancy, with lower rates of significant AEFIs in pregnant women than non-pregnant females.

28 Feb 2022

The need for a holistic and unbiased approach to develop a more universal vaccine for coronaviruses

Researchers emphasized the need to take on a holistic and unbiased approach to develop a universal vaccine for coronaviruses, including SARS-CoV-2, which is a biomedical priority during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.

28 Feb 2022

Study finds Omicron sublineage BA.2 is less pathogenic in rodent models than prior SARS-CoV-2 variants

Researchers evaluated the pathogenicity and replication potential of SARS-CoV-2 VOC Omicron lineage, BA.2 in immunocompetent mice and hamsters.

28 Feb 2022

Antibiotics provide no benefit in preventing recurrent wheezing in infants hospitalized with RSV

Antibiotics provide no benefit in preventing future recurrent wheezing in babies hospitalized with respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), according to a new study led by Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis. And there is some evidence that antibiotics may make wheezing worse.

27 Feb 2022

Altered microbiomes in SARS-CoV-2 infection pose threat of antibiotic resistance

A new study discusses changes in the microbiota of various parts of the body with SARS-CoV-2 infection.

27 Feb 2022

A promising new vaccine for SARS-CoV-2 and influenza

Researchers create a vaccine candidate that could protect against both SARS-CoV-2 and IAVs.

27 Feb 2022

Treatment with Tumor Treating Fields triggers downstream anti-tumor cell response, study finds

Novocure announced that a new study published in the Journal of Clinical Investigation (JCI) finds treatment with Tumor Treating Fields (TTFields) mediated cell disruption activates the immune system and triggers an anti-tumor cell response that may be effectively used together with existing immunotherapy approaches in the treatment of solid tumors, with limited systemic toxicity.

25 Feb 2022

Cold, Flu & Cough News and Research

Latest Cold, Flu & Cough News and Research

Sugar-decorated proteins in mucus could prevent SARS-CoV-2 viruses from spreading from surfaces

To be one in a million: ‘Who thinks it’s going to be you?’

The prevalence of SARS-CoV-2 in environment and animal samples from the Huanan seafood market

Antigenic differences between Omicron BA.1 and BA.2 SARS-CoV-2 variants

Face masks can play a crucial role in reducing the spread of Covid infection

mRNA vaccines found to generate neutralizing antibodies against SARS-CoV-2 Omicron variant

Study identifies olfactory dysfunction as an early symptom of COVID-19

Study finds MK-4482 inhibits replication of multiple SARS-CoV-2 variants of concern in Syrian hamster COVID-19 model

COVID-19 severity is correlated with body composition

Assessing COVID-19 vaccination preferences of younger adults in Canada

Health events amongst pregnant females after COVID-19 vaccination

The need for a holistic and unbiased approach to develop a more universal vaccine for coronaviruses

Study finds Omicron sublineage BA.2 is less pathogenic in rodent models than prior SARS-CoV-2 variants

Antibiotics provide no benefit in preventing recurrent wheezing in infants hospitalized with RSV

Altered microbiomes in SARS-CoV-2 infection pose threat of antibiotic resistance

A promising new vaccine for SARS-CoV-2 and influenza

Treatment with Tumor Treating Fields triggers downstream anti-tumor cell response, study finds

Protective immunity signatures provided by convalescent plasma for the development of COVID-19 antibody therapeutics

Study suggests history of childhood traumas may increase the risk of long COVID

mRNA vaccines found to be highly effective against COVID-19 infections before the emergence of SARS-CoV-2 Delta variant

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