All Viruses articles – Page 4
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NewsViruses under stress: how viral shells change shape as they dry out
New research explores the structural dynamics and conformational changes of bacteriophage MS2 capsids under conditions of dehydration.
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NewsDiabetes worsens long COVID complications
In a study involving 870 participants, people with diabetes took longer to recover from the virus and experienced more severe cardiac complications, as well as greater physical and cognitive difficulties.
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NewsResearchers affirm long-held belief that viruses can trigger Parkinson’s disease
Researchers have developed a model that uses a nontoxic way to generate the symptoms of Parkinson’s: infection with a virus. It proves that a simple viral infection can trigger the exact brain damage and physical disabilities in animal models that are seen in people with Parkinson’s disease.
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NewsSame day administration of COVID-19 and influenza vaccines not associated with increase in adverse events
A target trial emulation found that same day coadministration of the COVID-19 and influenza vaccines was not associated with a higher risk of serious or clinically meaningful adverse events compared with receiving only an influenza vaccine.
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NewsMount Sinai scientists develop first fully human monoclonal antibody cocktail that protects against Nipah and Hendra viruses
New preclinical study demonstrates that a novel monoclonal antibody cocktail provides complete protection against lethal Nipah and Hendra virus infection.
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NewsSea anemone flips a human antiviral strategy on its head
A new study has uncovered a previously unknown antiviral defense mechanism in sea anemones, revealing that animals may have evolved more than one way to fight viral infections.
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NewsGlobal burden of viral skin diseases rises 36% since 1990: Children and elderly bear the brunt
Global analysis of viral skin diseases underscores the need for equitable policies: while high-income countries have made progress via vaccination and better healthcare, low-resource regions lag behind.
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NewsHow YouTube shapes public understanding of avian influenza
A new study analyzing more than 11,000 YouTube videos and comments found that online narratives surrounding avian influenza evolved alongside major outbreak developments, including increasing reports of infections in mammals, sporadic human cases, and economic consequences.
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NewsPersistent herpes zoster-associated pain: New review uncovers mechanisms and supports earlier intervention
For millions, herpes zoster pain does not end when the rash fades. Postherpetic neuralgia can last for years, devastating quality of life. A comprehensive review has mapped the full cascade of mechanisms driving this persistent pain, providing support for earlier, more aggressive treatment.
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NewsLong-term hepatitis control efforts dramatically reduce HBV and HCV burden in Japan
Researchers have estimated that the number of HBV infections in Japan could decline gradually down to around 200,000 cases by 2050, down from an estimate of 923,000 to 940,000 cases in 2020. HCV is estimated to decline to less than 20,000 cases.
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NewsMicrobes rewrite the rules of cancer immunotherapy by triggering immunogenic cell death
A new study reveals that microbiota and their metabolites can effectively reprogram immunogenic cell death (ICD), a unique form of cell death that activates the body‘s immune system against tumors, transforming immunologically “cold” therapy-resistant tumors into “hot” responsive ones.
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NewsHidden protein linked to severe COVID-19 and lung disease risk
A genetic difference carried by nearly one in three people may increase the risk of severe COVID-19 and lung fibrosis by disrupting the function of a previously unknown protein, according to a new study.
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NewsResearch team awarded NIH grant to study congenital CMV transmission during pregnancy
A research team has received a new 5-year, $3.87 million R01 grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to investigate how the immune system protects against congenital cytomegalovirus (CMV) infection.
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NewsResearcher wins $5.6M NIH Avant Garde Award to prevent HIV, Hepatitis C and overdose
An innovative project will use AI-powered “digital twins” to help public health agencies better prevent HIV, hepatitis C and overdose among people who use drugs.
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NewsWhy do viruses not kill the mosquitoes that transmit them?
A new study reveals the mechanism that allows viruses such as chikungunya or dengue to be harboured in mosquitoes without killing them, thus facilitating their transmission.
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NewsProtective human antibodies target West Nile and related viruses
New research defines vulnerable sites on West Nile virus that could inform vaccine development, and highlight antibody candidates with prophylactic and therapeutic potential. They may also guide interventions for a wider group of encephalitic orthoflavivirus infections.
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OpinionWhy cruise ships remain vulnerable to viral outbreaks - and how new technologies could help
A dream holiday can quickly become a public health challenge when thousands of people share the same dining rooms, elevators and living spaces. Recent viral outbreaks on cruise ships have shown just how vulnerable these floating cities remain to infectious diseases.
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NewsLow risk of global spread of Ebola disease, analysis suggests
Researchers identified and analysed all known Ebola disease cases outside Africa to assess the risk of undetected Orthoebolavirus transmission outside Africa and to put it into context with possible border and travel policies.
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NewsHow H5N1 bird flu hid unrecognized for weeks in dairy cattle
A new study reveals why H5N1 influenza infection looked so different in dairy cows, offering a framework for spotting new host species quickly. Instead of affecting the lungs, it caused severe infection in the cows’ udders, largely sparing the lungs.
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NewsOropouche virus has already infected more than 5 million people in Brazil, study suggests
The recent Oropouche virus outbreak in 2023 has drawn attention in Brazil and other Latin American countries because of its scale and rapid spread. Researchers estimate that since 1960, the virus has infected approximately 9.4 million people in Latin America and the Caribbean.