COVID-19 breakthrough cases in fully vaccinated patients are generally milder, with lower risks of severe…
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COVID-19, caused by the SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus, is a global infectious disease that emerged in late 2019 and reshaped public health, science, and society. It primarily affects the respiratory system but can impact multiple organs, leading to a wide range of symptoms from mild illness to severe complications. The pandemic spurred unprecedented scientific collaboration, driving rapid advances in virology, epidemiology, and vaccine development, including mRNA technology. Research into COVID-19 continues to reveal insights into viral evolution, immune response, long COVID, and pandemic preparedness. Its legacy continues to influence healthcare systems, global health policy, and biomedical innovation worldwide.
A study finds seven key determinants of death in thoracic cancer patients with COVID-19, with…
A computational study shows that dozens of mutations help the virus’ spike protein evade antibodies…
Portable, noninvasive $51 testing kit could aid resource-poor regions, refugee camps, disaster zones. A $51…
These molecules would act by limiting the severity of one of the main complications of…
The two most successful coronavirus vaccines developed in the U.S. – the Pfizer and Moderna…
Developed during the ongoing pandemic, but adaptable to different needs: Austrian scientists develop simulation model…
NIAID-sponsored study assessed dose in adults fully vaccinated with any EUA or approved COVID-19 vaccine.…
Scientists from Queen Mary University of London developed a lab-in-a-backpack approach that is as effective…
Long COVID affects about 10% of COVID-19 survivors, causing symptoms like breathing difficulties and brain…
The world now has a new COVID-19 vaccine in its arsenal, and at a fraction…
COVID-19 vaccines produce effective T cells against variants. While T cells don’t prevent infection, they…
Hospitalization for COVID-19 linked to greater risk of later readmission or death. Large study in…
Findings explain how mutations in the protein allow the omicron variant of the pandemic coronavirus…
OHSU laboratory research compares routes to immunity involving vaccination. New laboratory research from Oregon Health…
Tracking new hotspots of SARS-CoV-2 will become more important as the virus evolves and becomes…
Despite low absolute risk, Pfizer/BioNTech BNT162b2 COVID-19 vaccine associated with increased risk of carditis. Markedly…
Findings shed light on factors behind Omicron’s increased transmissibility, including strong antibody evasion and binding…