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Research finds county-level differences in COVID outcomes based on college policy

A recent study panalyzes the number of SARS-CoV-2 infections and related deaths in education campuses.

12 Oct 2021

Rapid measurement of SARS-CoV-2 spike T-cells

Researchers measure SARS-CoV-2 T-cell responses in individuals vaccinated or in those who developed immunity from a prior natural infection.

12 Oct 2021

Researchers identify how estrogens can influence the growth of melanoma

The link between estrogens and breast cancer has long been defined, but a Duke-led research team has identified how these hormones can also influence the growth of other cancers, notably melanoma.

12 Oct 2021

WHO's recommendation for malaria vaccine offers a glimmer of hope for Sub-Saharan Africa

The World Health Organization's recommendation of broad deployment of the first malaria vaccine among children in Sub-Saharan Africa has been widely celebrated, but scientists warn it could face hurdles in its acquisition and distribution by endemic countries.

12 Oct 2021

A survey on computational methods in discovering protein inhibitors of SARS-CoV-2

Researchers review diverse computational methods for drug/inhibitor design and enzymes as potential targets for inhibitors to treat coronaviruses diseases.

12 Oct 2021

New modeling highlights the role of socio-economic status in Covid-19 transmission in Kenya

Combining data on antibody prevalence, PCR test results, genomic surveillance and population mobility from smartphones has allowed infectious disease modelers to explain the evolution of the first three Covid-19 waves that have affected Kenya since the start of the pandemic.

12 Oct 2021

International meeting focuses on screening, early and personalized treatment for atrial fibrillation

Screening, early treatment, and personalized therapy for atrial fibrillation are on the agenda of an international meeting starting today.

12 Oct 2021

Long stays in space appear to cause brain damage

Spending a long time in space appears to cause brain damage. This is shown by a study of five Russian cosmonauts who had stayed on the International Space Station.

12 Oct 2021

Oxidation-antioxidant imbalance in the blood may be an early indicator of Alzheimer's disease

Research conducted by the Ph.D student Mohamed Raâfet Ben Khedher and the postdoctoral researcher Mohamed Haddad of the Institut national de la recherche scientifique has shown that an oxidation-antioxidant imbalance in the blood is an early indicator of Alzheimer's disease, rather than a consequence.

12 Oct 2021

A mucoadhesive polymer with anti-SARS-COV-2 activity in vitro and in vivo

The team has evaluated a low molecular weight chitosan derivative as a candidate preventing the viral entry into mammalian nasal epithelial cells to limit the spread of COVID-19.

12 Oct 2021

Many breast cancer patients use cannabis without the knowledge of physicians

New research indicates that almost half of U.S. adults with breast cancer use cannabis (marijuana and hemp), most commonly alongside cancer treatment to manage symptoms and side effects.

12 Oct 2021

Typhoid vaccine found to be 84% effective in preventing the disease in children

A vaccine has proved safe and effective in protecting children against typhoid, raising hopes of fighting the disease in Sub-Saharan Africa, a study says.

12 Oct 2021

Taste loss as a COVID-19 symptom: a review

A new review reports that alterations in taste affected about a third of individuals with a COVID-19 diagnosis, with females being affected more than males.

12 Oct 2021

How can healthcare professionals help address climate change?

In this interview, we spoke to researchers about how healthcare professionals can help to address the health issues surrounding climate change.

12 Oct 2021

Vaccinated children induced significantly higher antibody titers than naturally SARS-CoV-2 infected children

A recent preprint discusses the antibody response to the nucleic acid vaccines against SARS-CoV-2 when administered to children aged 7-11 years.

12 Oct 2021

The public backs Medicare Rx price negotiation even after hearing both sides’ views

As Congress debates cutting prescription drug costs, a poll released Tuesday found the vast majority of adults — regardless of their political party or age — support letting the federal government negotiate drug prices for Medicare beneficiaries and those in private health insurance plans.

12 Oct 2021

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Research finds county-level differences in COVID outcomes based on college policy

Rapid measurement of SARS-CoV-2 spike T-cells

Researchers identify how estrogens can influence the growth of melanoma

WHO's recommendation for malaria vaccine offers a glimmer of hope for Sub-Saharan Africa

A survey on computational methods in discovering protein inhibitors of SARS-CoV-2

New modeling highlights the role of socio-economic status in Covid-19 transmission in Kenya

International meeting focuses on screening, early and personalized treatment for atrial fibrillation

Long stays in space appear to cause brain damage

Oxidation-antioxidant imbalance in the blood may be an early indicator of Alzheimer's disease

A mucoadhesive polymer with anti-SARS-COV-2 activity in vitro and in vivo

Many breast cancer patients use cannabis without the knowledge of physicians

Typhoid vaccine found to be 84% effective in preventing the disease in children

Taste loss as a COVID-19 symptom: a review

How can healthcare professionals help address climate change?

Vaccinated children induced significantly higher antibody titers than naturally SARS-CoV-2 infected children

The public backs Medicare Rx price negotiation even after hearing both sides’ views

A wrenching farewell: Bidding adieu to my primary care doctor after nearly 30 years

6 months to live or die: How long should an alcoholic liver disease patient wait for a transplant?

Nucleoside modifications suppress the potential of RNA to activate dendritic cells

Linkam Launches New Water Circulation Pump to Optimise Cooling of its Temperature Control Stages

The importance of ketones from a clinical and medical perspective

How Programmable Nanobiology Could Drive the Fifth Industrial Revolution

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