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The clinical and virological outcomes associated with molnupiravir or nirmatrelvir–ritonavir use in hospitalized patients with mild-to-moderate COVID-19

In a recent study published in The Lancet, researchers investigated whether early treatment with oral antivirals prevented all-cause mortality in hospitalized patients infected with severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) new variant of concern (VOC) Omicron BA.2 subvariant. Study:…

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August 29, 2022

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Protection against SARS-CoV-2 reinfections in the Qatari population

In a recent study posted to the medRxiv* preprint server, researchers evaluated protection against severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) reinfection. Study: Immune protection against SARS-CoV-2 re-reinfection and immune imprinting. Image Credit: eamesBot/Shutterstock In general, the global population harbors a…

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August 29, 2022

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New Highly Infectious Virus Causing Blisters Spreads In India: What Is ‘Tomato Flu’?

Anew contagious virus has infected more than 100 people in India since it was first identified several months ago, according to researchers. More than 82 children below the age of 5 in the southern Indian state of Kerala have been…

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August 29, 2022

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Could Bacteria In Saliva Show Suicide Risk?

A new study is shedding light on how the bacterial composition in saliva can show a person’s risk for suicide. The study by University of Florida researchers published in the journal Nature found a curious discovery in the saliva of…

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August 29, 2022

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New COVID Boosters To Release Ahead Of Human Testing: Report

The upcoming COVID-19 booster shots will release even before human testing is complete. Vaccine makers are confident that they will work safely despite the earlier rollout. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will authorize the new COVID booster shots…

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August 29, 2022

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Multistate E. Coli Outbreak Sickens More People; Source Still Unknown

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has released an update regarding the E. coli outbreak affecting four states. In a new media release published Friday, the public health agency said that more illnesses have been reported since the…

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August 29, 2022

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Mystery Illness That Killed Dozens Of Dogs In Michigan Identified

Pet owners in Michigan struggled with fear after a mysterious illness recently sickened and killed dozens of dogs within the state. But local officials have now identified the culprit behind the harrowing phenomenon. The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development…

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August 28, 2022

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Long COVID Is Keeping 4.1M People Out Of Work, Study Shows

Long COVID symptoms may be preventing as many as 4.1 million people from working, according to a new study from the Brookings Institution. The study bumped up the number of people out of work due to the virus disorder more than…

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August 26, 2022

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Engaging In Leisure Activities Like Running Could Help Lower Death Risk In Elderly

veryone has physical activity needs to maintain good health and increase longevity, including older adults. Researchers have now found that some types of leisure activities can help lower the risk of death in the elderly. In a study, published Wednesday in JAMA…

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August 26, 2022

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C-Section Linked To A Higher Risk Of Cardiovascular Diseases, Obesity In Children

Many people opt for C-section births these days leading to a debate about whether vaginal births are better than C-sections or vice-versa. A new study has added a point in favor of vaginal delivery. The study, published in the Australian and New…

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August 26, 2022

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