Susceptible people should receive a 3-dose vaccine series and a booster. New real-world evidence gathered…
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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.
Heating PPE to the right degree kills 99.9% of SARS-CoV-2 virus without degrading material. Here’s…
Pregnant women with COVID-19 face higher risks of preeclampsia, hemorrhage, preterm birth, and ICU admission.…
Study in Science of more than 780,000 Veterans is the first to compare waning protection…
Findings are consistent with long-haul symptoms following the 2005 SARS epidemic. Many long-haul COVID-19 patients…
Since early in the COVID pandemic, the Network for Genomics Surveillance in South Africa has…
Study shows damp masks still stop respiratory droplet penetration. After studying the effectiveness of varying…
COVID-19’s lingering effects may stem from antibodies that mimic the virus itself, binding ACE2 receptors…
UC Davis Health infectious diseases expert answers common questions about Merck’s new COVID-19 treatment. A…
The cluster of neurological symptoms associated with SARS-CoV-2 infection, the virus that causes COVID-19, suggests…
SARS-CoV-2 Prevents Lung Tissue Repair, Regeneration Lung autopsy and plasma samples from people who died…
Analysis shows COVID-19 lethality rose in the U.K. late 2020 due to alpha and other…
COVID-19 cough simulations show aerosols often travel past two meters, making distancing alone insufficient. Masks,…
Infections with the novel coronavirus and vaccination lead to strong antibody responses against SARS-CoV-2. Immune…
On November 19, CDC Director Rochelle P. Walensky, M.D., M.P.H., endorsed the CDC Advisory Committee…
The CDC’s vaccine prioritization strategy performed well compared to other approaches, though with some room…
CDC confirmed that vials labeled “smallpox” found in a Pennsylvania lab freezer actually contained vaccinia,…
Holiday traditions are important for families and children. There are several ways to enjoy holiday…