A COVID-19 risk variant inherited from Neanderthals reduces a person’s risk of contracting HIV by…
Browsing: Infectious Diseases
Infectious diseases are illnesses caused by pathogenic microorganisms—such as viruses, bacteria, fungi, and parasites—that invade and multiply within the body. They can spread through direct contact, contaminated food or water, insect bites, or airborne transmission, affecting individuals and populations worldwide. Research in infectious disease science explores pathogen evolution, immune system responses, antimicrobial resistance, and vaccine development. From global health challenges like influenza, HIV, malaria, and COVID-19 to emerging zoonotic threats, scientists aim to understand how infections arise and spread to develop effective treatments, preventive strategies, and public health interventions that safeguard humanity against future outbreaks.
A new study has shown how SARS-CoV-2 may contribute to severe microvascular damage seen in…
AI models reveal omicron’s rapid infectivity increase and ability to escape vaccines, calling for urgent…
Researchers found evidence of a respiratory infection in a young diplodocid dinosaur, possibly caused by…
Data also show people who are Hispanic or Black half as likely to receive booster…
A recent study has shown a correlation between vitamin D deficiency and COVID-19 severity and…
“Rogue antibodies” in COVID-19 patients, including IgG, may explain severe blood clotting and organ damage.…
Mutations in SARS-CoV-2 strains might evade the T cell response in some populations. Regional variations…
A new cholera vaccine using virus-like particles showed stronger, longer-lasting immune responses in mice compared…
A molecule developed by researchers at the University of Helsinki can inactivate the coronavirus spike…
Baylor College of Medicine researchers created a human nose organoid to study viral infections, revealing…
Research shows pregnant women with moderate to severe COVID-19 are at greater risk for complications…
Kaiser Permanente study assessed of Pfizer–BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine effectiveness against infection, hospitalization, and death up…
Ebola can persist in the brain, leading to relapses after recovery. Long-term monitoring of survivors…
Cardiovascular care essential part of post-infection care. An in-depth analysis of federal health data indicates…
Researchers developed a portable COVID-19 breathalyzer that accurately diagnoses infections in under five minutes, showing…
Finding is the first occurrence of an avian‑style respiratory infection in a non‑avian dinosaur. The…
Widely available, over-the-counter antihistamines have the potential to restore daily function. Antihistamines may provide relief…