New tool can detect fast-spreading SARS-COV-2 variants before they take off
A newly developed powerful tool can detect SARS-CoV-2 variants with high transmission potential before they become widespread. …
Study tracks physical and cognitive impairments associated with post-COVID-19 syndrome
Researchers following nearly 1,000 people with post-COVID-19 syndrome found that two-thirds experience persistent symptoms like reduced physical capacity and cognitive performance for over a year, with little change in the second year. …
Females have a significantly higher associated risk of developing long COVID
A study of 12,276 participants found that females have a 31 percent higher associated risk of developing long COVID, with women aged 40 to 55 having the highest propensity. …
Extended Paxlovid may help some people with long COVID
A series of 13 cases involving individuals with Long COVID suggests that an extended course of Paxlovid may benefit some patients. …
Spike mutations help SARS-CoV-2 infect the brain
Scientists found a mutation in the SARS-CoV-2 spike protein that is important for its ability to infect the central nervous system. …
Increased incidence of mental illnesses following severe COVID-19, especially in unvaccinated individuals
A new study that examined health data on 18 million people reveals higher incidence of mental illnesses for up to a year following severe COVID-19 in unvaccinated people. …
Nasal COVID-19 vaccine halts transmission
Research on hamsters indicates that nasal COVID-19 vaccines targeting the nose and mouth may be key to controlling the spread of respiratory infections. …
Arthritis drugs may relieve long COVID lung symptoms
New study uncovers a cause of respiratory symptoms in long COVID and suggests a potential treatment. …
Fighting COVID-19 and other infections with a cancer drug
New findings support the potential use of repurposed cancer drug to suppress inflammation in COVID-19 and other infectious diseases. …
Immune response study explains why some people don’t get COVID-19
Scientists have discovered novel immune responses that help explain how some individuals avoid getting COVID-19. …
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