In a significant development in avian flu research, scientists from the University of Pittsburgh and the NIH Vaccine Research Center have crafted an innovative antibody therapy aimed at tackling the severe H5N1 avian flu virus in monkeys. This new therapy focuses on a broadly neutralizing antibody,
A recent study published in the American Society of Hematology's journal, Blood, has dispelled the long-held belief that sickle cell trait (SCT) can lead to sudden death, particularly under conditions of physical exertion. This misconception has disproportionately affected Black males with
The healthcare domain is witnessing a remarkable shift with the introduction of "TBorNotTB," a state-of-the-art clinical decision support system (CDSS) specifically designed for the evaluation of suspected tuberculosis (TB) cases in hospitals. The primary function of TBorNotTB is to aid
A recent study conducted by researchers at NYU Langone Health has reexamined the purported link between a mother’s health during pregnancy and the likelihood of her child developing autism. This study disputes previous assertions that maternal health conditions during pregnancy contribute directly t
On Thursday, the Food and Drug Administration approved Journavx, a highly anticipated non-opioid pain medication developed by Vertex Pharmaceuticals, marking a significant milestone in the effort to shift pain treatment away from opioids. This new drug has been initially approved to treat acute
In the challenging landscape of dementia care, caregivers are the unsung heroes who shoulder the burden of looking after their loved ones. The emotional, physical, and financial stress experienced by caregivers often goes unnoticed, despite playing a crucial role in the well-being of dementia