Single bird flu mutation could let it latch easily to human cells, study finds
Scientists from the Scripps Research Institute are reporting that it would take just a single mutation in the version of bird flu that has swept through U.S. dairy herds to produce a virus adept at latching on to human cells, a much simpler step than previously imagined. To date, there have been no documented cases […]
COVID hospitalizations climb 22% this week — and the CDC predicts further increases as new variants spread
COVID hospitalizations climb 22% this week — and the CDC predicts further increases as new variants spread The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is now forecasting an acceleration in new COVID-19 hospitalizations over the coming month, the agency said this week, replacing a previous projection that admissions would “remain stable or have an uncertain […]
Study uncovers lingering effects of COVID-19 on cognitive function two years after infection
Study uncovers lingering effects of COVID-19 on cognitive function two years after infection Difficulties with cognitive functions or skills, such as the ability to recall memories, concentrate on tasks, or find the right words in conversation, are commonly reported following a COVID infection. These symptoms are often referred to as “brain fog”, and are especially […]
Life-changing treatment destroys advanced cancers in just a few days
Life-changing treatment destroys advanced cancers in just a few days Researchers at Rice University and Baylor College of Medicine have found a new combination treatment that can eradicate advanced-stage mesothelioma tumors in mice in just a few days. The treatment combines Rice’s cytokine “drug factory” implants and a checkpoint inhibitor drug. The study, published in […]
Groundbreaking cancer treatment has 88% success rate, study finds
In a major medical breakthrough, researchers at Israel’s Hadassah-University Medical Centre have developed a pioneering treatment for myeloma patients, reporting impressive advancements in extending life expectancy for these individuals. The novel treatment, which is still under experimental conditions, has reportedly sent a staggering 88% of patients with multiple myeloma into remission, according to the oncologists […]
Moderna seeks emergency authorization for omicron COVID booster for children
Moderna announced Friday that it has requested emergency use authorization for its omicron COVID-19 booster shots for children aged 6-17 years old. Driving the news: The application for the bivalent vaccine for children ages 6 months to under 6 years old is expected to be completed later this year, the company said on Twitter. The Centers for Disease […]
4th COVID-19 vaccine effectively protects elderly against Omicron -study
The fourth dose of the coronavirus vaccine is effective in protecting the elderly against the Omicron variant and lowers their risk of death by 72% compared to those who received only three doses, according to a new study conducted by Tel Aviv University and Ben-Gurion University of the Negev in collaboration with the Health Ministry. […]
Bay Area doctor stresses need for new COVID vaccine as experts set expectations for efficacy rate
SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) — Breakthrough infections are becoming more commonplace in the community, mostly due to COVID’s ability to mutate and change. As a result, experts across the country are setting a lower expectation of vaccine efficacy. As the Bay Area celebrated Independence Day, it’s safe to say we all wish we were a nation independent from […]
Another 6,529 COVID Cases Reported in LA County
Another 6,529 COVID-19 infections were reported in Los Angeles County in the lastest data, along with nine more deaths. Meanwhile, the number of COVID-positive patients in Los Angeles County hospitals increased by 32 people to 779, according to the latest state figures. Of those patients, 77 were being treated in intensive care, up from 68 […]
New Omicron subvariant swamping the U.S. escapes immunity from vaccination and previous infections, new studies say
Scientists have found that the newly dominant Omicron subvariants, BA.4 and BA.5, are evading vaccine and infection-acquired immunity. The subvariants recently caused a fresh wave of infections in South Africa and are pushing the U.K. to the brink of another wave of the disease. CDC data showed that BA.5 recently became the dominant subvariant […]
