UC San Diego develops computer model to aid understanding of how viruses travel through the…
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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 Scottish study finds significant risks for pregnant women with COVID-19 close to delivery, particularly…
Research indicates that up to 10% of individuals may remain infectious with SARS-CoV-2 beyond the…
WHO endorses baricitinib for critical COVID-19 cases and recommends selective use of monoclonal antibodies like…
Non-COVID vaccines could play a role in mitigating pandemic effects by offering cross-protection, as demonstrated…
Research from the University of Central Florida confirms that wearing face masks reduces the spread…
Carolina researchers design a rapid sensing COVID-19 test to meet the challenge of tracking variants…
Vaccinations and boosters for COVID-19 are crucial as they reduce the severity of the disease,…
A new study highlights the role of T cells in providing protection against COVID-19. These…
Following the mask mandate in Bangladesh, public mobility increased and was linked to a surge…
Omicron, emerging swiftly as a dominant variant, is less susceptible to both monoclonal antibodies and…
An international team conducted a study to understand why certain SARS-CoV-2 variants, like alpha and…
Cedars-Sinai Investigators Found Evidence of an Overactive Immune Response SARS-CoV-2 infection can induce an extended…
Potential of Disulfiram in Reducing SARS-CoV-2 Infections and Deaths A study has indicated that disulfiram,…
Researchers discovered that the bacterial lysate OM-85 blocked SARS-CoV-2 infection by decreasing the ability of…
National poll shows nearly half of those previously vaccinated remain resistant to boosters. Nearly half…
Yale researchers found that SLR14, an RNA molecule, stimulates antiviral defenses and protects mice against…
A study found that COVID-19 patients who ate more legumes, grains, and cereals had milder…