LED Lights Found to Kill COVID-19
UV light-emitting diodes are an emerging technology and a UV source for pathogen inactivation.
Developing a New Class of Antifungals
In a mature market of agents, the investigational therapy, ibrexafungerp, from Scynexis is looking at a few antifungal indications with a potential FDA approval in 2021.
FDA Issues EUA for First At-Home COVID-19 Diagnostic Test
This non-prescription test allows users to perform and get results themselves without a medical provider or laboratory needed.
FDA Shares Phase 3 Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine Data, Advisory Committee Agenda
Data from three ongoing clinical studies were included in the EUA request.
Racial and Ethnic Disparities in COVID-19 Hospitalizations in New York City
A new study in JAMA recently evaluated and assessed the racial and ethnic disparities in hospitalizations and mortality across COVID-19 patients within New York City.
Improving Influenza Treatment with Point of Care Testing
Investigators are calling for routine use of these tests for patients admitted with acute respiratory symptoms during the influenza season.
Reducing Covid-19's Spread with Quarantine Measure Model
As Covid-19 infections soar across the U.S., states are again tightening restrictions and reinstituting lock down measures.
Can COVID-19 Also Enter the Central Nervous System?
The virus is known to invade human cells through the ACE2 receptor-driven pathway, primarily impacting the respiratory tract.
Wearable Sensor may Signal COVID-19 Infection
While the number of study participants was too small to extrapolate for the whole population, the authors said they were encouraged.
Remdesivir Likely Effective Antiviral for SARS-CoV-2
Response to the COVID-19 pandemic has been hindered by lack of an effective antiviral therapy.
First Case of Neisseria Gonorrhoeae Mosaic PenA60 Allele Identified in United States
The U.S. sentinel surveillance program is a project which monitors for antibiotic-resistant gonorrhea.
Comparing Flu Vaccines for Cardiovascular Patients
Influenza and pneumonia, though rare, occurred at roughly the same rate in both the high-dose and standard-dose vaccine groups.
Microbiome-based Therapeutic for C Difficile Demonstrates Extended Efficacy
An investigational microbiome-based therapeutic for C difficile was found to exert continued efficacy 3 months after administration.
Influenza Update: FDA Authorizes Diagnostic Test for COVID-19 and Flu
A universal flu vaccine is also another step closer, according to researchers at Mount Sinai.
Understanding the Infection and Possible Mutations of COVID-19
The findings are consistent with the hypothesis that bats are the viral origin and reservoir species.
Molecules Coronavirus Hijacks to Infect Cells Identified
A large family of viruses, coronaviruses include common cold viruses as well as more severe viruses.
FDA Authorizes Pfizer, BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccine for the US
The country's first authorized vaccine will be first available to healthcare workers and long-term care residents.
Rapid Testing for SARS-CoV-2 Antibodies with New Serological Assay
Detection of SARS-CoV-2 relies predominantly on nucleic acid testing and serological testing.
Potential Weaknesses in SARS-CoV-2 Infection Revealed
Mutations in TMEM41B are known to be common in one in five East Asians, but not in Europeans or Africans.
Long-acting Cabotegravir and Rilpivirine Shown Effective in HIV-1 Infected Adults
New data sheds light on efficacy of longer periods between dosing.
Universal Screening is Cost Effective for Congenital Cytomegalovirus Infection in China
Universal newborn screening for congenital cytomegalovirus infection in China could reduce childhood hearing loss cases by 2316 each year, a new study found.
WHO’s Solidarity Trial Finds No Clinical Benefit for 4 Antivirals in COVID-19
Despite early buzz, remdesivir, hydroxychloroquine, lopinavir, and interferon beta-1a failed to reduce mortality, hospital stays.
FDA Advisory Committee Votes to Support Pfizer's COVID-19 Vaccine
The VRBPAC committee voted 17-4, with 1 abstention, to support the benefit-risk profile of BNT162b2 for preventing COVID-19 in persons aged 16 years and older.
How COVID-19 Impacts the Eyes
Many ocular symptoms are associated with the term ‘conjunctivitis’ which may be misleading.
Unpacking the Long-Term Immune Response to COVID-19
New reports show COVID-19 reinfection is possible, but other data suggest many patients will likely be protected from reinfection for many months, or even years.
Potential for Severe Allergic Reactions Associated with Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccine
Pending investigations of 2 severe adverse events, people with a history of severe allergies are being advised by the UK’s regulatory agency not to get vaccinated.
Persistent Symptoms in One Third of COVID-19 Cases
Even as knowledge about SARS-COV-2 has considerably improved, several aspects remain unknown.
Canada Approves Pfizer and BioNtech Vaccine
Just one day before the FDA meeting to discuss potential US authorization of the Pfizer and BioNtech vaccine, that country approves the vaccine.
mRNA Vaccines: What You Need to Know
The first COVID-19 vaccines in the US will be from the unique platform. An expert explains how they work.
UAE Announces Chinese COVID-19 Vaccine is 86% Effective
The announcement follows Pfizer and Moderna who both showed their vaccines to be over 90% efficacious.