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U.S. becoming further isolated by COVID-19 crisis

30 Jun 2020  |  Yahoo Entertainment  |  English  |  Public Health

The United States faces increasing isolation as COVID-19 cases surge, with the European Union excluding the U.S. from its list of countries allowed to travel into the bloc. Health experts, including Dr. Anthony Fauci, express concern over the rising number of cases, while some states delay reopening plans. Republican leaders, including Vice President Mike Pence and Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, begin advocating for mask-wearing. The article highlights the political polarization surrounding mask usage and the varied state-level responses to the pandemic.

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Paula Dupraz-Dobias is a journalist based in Geneva, Switzerland, also working regularly in Peru.

Covid-19: Leading expert assures Geneva ‘under control’

03 Aug 2020  |  SWI swissinfo.ch  |  English  |  Vaccination

Despite a spike in coronavirus cases linked to nightclubs, Didier Pittet, head of infection prevention at Geneva’s University Hospital, assured that the situation in Geneva is under control. Geneva saw a significant rise in cases in late July, but active screening efforts are in place. Pittet highlighted that a large portion of cases were linked to nightlife, family transmission, and international travel. He cautioned that autumn could bring challenges with other respiratory illnesses and emphasized the importance of continued vigilance. While some experts are optimistic about a vaccine by the end of 2020, Pittet believes it is unlikely before spring 2021, stressing the need for fair global access to the vaccine.

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I'm an Irish journalist, based in Asia. I'm currently in Kuala Lumpur. I specialise in environmental, health, and human rights issues and have my own website, Changing Times (****). I have been a journalist for more than 45 years and am a skilled editor, proofreader, and French-to-English ...

US Department of Health and Human Services suspends government funding to EcoHealth Alliance

16 May 2024  |  CHANGING TIMES  |  English  |  Coronavirus Pandemic

The US Department of Health and Human Services has suspended EcoHealth Alliance from federal funding and initiated debarment proceedings due to alleged failures in oversight and compliance related to gain-of-function research in Wuhan, China. The decision follows a report by the Select Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Pandemic, which highlighted systemic weaknesses in grant procedures. Key figures, including Brad Wenstrup and Raul Ruiz, have criticized EcoHealth and its president, Peter Daszak, for their actions. The suspension is temporary, pending the outcome of debarment proceedings, and aims to protect the integrity of federal procurement activities.

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Isabelle Gerretsen is a freelance journalist based in London, United Kingdom, who writes about climate, the environment and sustainability. She writes for the BBC, CNN, Climate Home News and The Independent.

The habits that help prevent allergies

19 Jul 2022  |  BBC News فارسی  |  English  |  Scientific Advances

Childhood allergies, particularly food allergies, are on the rise globally, with significant increases in industrialized countries. Scientific advances suggest that early introduction of potential allergens like peanuts can help prevent the development of allergies. Genetics play a role, but environmental factors such as exposure to allergens through the skin and pollution also contribute. The article highlights the importance of early intervention and changing medical advice, which now encourages the introduction of allergenic foods to infants. Research underscores the role of the gut microbiome and environmental exposures in allergy development, with studies showing that children raised in farming environments have lower rates of allergies. Immunotherapy is emerging as a promising treatment for existing allergies.

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Recently relocated to London, Kit Gillet is a journalist with extensive experience covering Romania/Moldova, writing for The New York Times, Guardian, Economist and others. He's also a regular commentator for the BBC World Service, Monocle radio, Al Jazeera, France 24, Euronews and others.

Virus Surges in New Jersey, Where It Was Once Contained

19 Oct 2020  |  www.nytimes.com  |  English  |  Government Policy

New Jersey is experiencing a surge in COVID-19 cases, reversing its previous success in containing the virus. Cases are rising across the state, attributed to indoor gatherings. Governor Philip D. Murphy has urged residents to avoid non-essential out-of-state travel. The increase in cases is part of a broader trend of surges across the Northeast and the country. The article also discusses the controversy surrounding the Great Barrington Declaration, which advocates for herd immunity, and the criticism it has received from public health experts. President Trump's criticism of Dr. Anthony Fauci is highlighted, as well as the conflict over the use of masks. The article further covers the situation in other states and countries, including the imposition of new restrictions in Europe and the preparation for vaccine distribution by UNICEF.

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Joseph Hammond has reported in the Middle East, Africa, and Asia. He has written for a number of publications including The Economist, U.S. News and World Report, Forbes, Newsweek Middle East Edition, International Business Times, Monocle Magazine, and the Economist. Hammond’s worked as Cairo ...

Israeli company Pluri signs Pentagon deal to deliver radiation sickness treatment

11 Aug 2023  |  www.newstalkflorida.com  |  English  |  Politics

Israeli biotech firm Pluri is developing PLX-R18, a novel treatment for Hematopoietic Acute Radiation Syndrome (H-ARS), and has signed a $4.2 million contract with the US National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases and the US Department of Defense. The treatment aims to prevent bone marrow degradation from radiation exposure and could be added to the US Strategic National Stockpile. The partnership reflects changing geopolitics and the need for cost-effective, scalable medical countermeasures for radiation sickness.

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Joyce Huang is a journalist based in Taipei, Taiwan. She currently works as a free-lancer, covering news about Taiwan and China. Throughout her journalistic career in the past two decades, she has had experience working for or contributing to both Taiwanese and foreign news outlets. Those include ...

Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 Vaccine Under Further Scrutiny in US

20 Apr 2021  |  www.voanews.com  |  English  |  Public Health

U.S. health authorities are scrutinizing Johnson & Johnson's COVID-19 vaccine due to reports of severe side effects, leading to a temporary pause in its administration. The CDC and FDA are investigating, with Dr. Anthony Fauci expecting the suspension to be lifted soon. Additionally, Emergent BioSolutions halted operations after a manufacturing error ruined millions of vaccine doses. Meanwhile, the University of Oxford is conducting a clinical trial to study immune responses to COVID-19 reinfection. Globally, COVID-19 cases continue to rise, particularly in India, which is facing severe shortages in medical supplies and has imposed a lockdown in New Delhi. The U.S. State Department has expanded its

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He has worked for the BBC, Bloomberg TV, Dow Jones Newswires, Share Radio in the past and also currently produces a daily 2 minute video containing a market update, stock idea and big boss ...

Single H5N1 bird flu mutation could let it latch easily to human cells, study finds

15 Oct 2023  |  NZ Herald  |  English  |  Public Health

A study highlights a single mutation in the H5N1 bird flu virus that could potentially allow it to bind more easily to human cells, raising concerns about its transmissibility among humans. While the mutation has not yet been detected, experts emphasize the importance of surveillance and preparedness. The virus has infected cattle and a small number of humans, primarily farmworkers, in North America. The research underscores the need for further investigation into the virus's potential to cause respiratory disease and the importance of maintaining a stockpile of vaccines.

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HIV-1 neutralizing antibodies elicited in humans by a prefusion-stabilized envelope trimer form a reproducible class targeting fusion peptide

14 Mar 2023  |  www.cell.com  |  English  |  Immunology

The study investigates the elicitation of HIV-1 neutralizing antibodies in humans, analyzing B cells from a phase I clinical trial of the 'DS-SOSIP'-stabilized envelope trimer from strain BG505. Two antibodies, N751-2C06.01 and N751-2C09.01, were identified that neutralize the autologous tier-2 strain, BG505. Derived from distinct lineages, these antibodies target the HIV-1 fusion peptide and are highly strain specific due to partial recognition of a BG505-specific glycan hole and binding requirements for BG505-specific residues. The prefusion-stabilized envelope trimers can elicit autologous tier-2 neutralizing antibodies in humans, with the initially identified neutralizing antibodies recognizing the fusion-peptide site of vulnerability.

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WHO Raises Alarm Over Virus Spread in Brazil, Mexico

01 Dec 2020  |  www.voanews.com  |  English  |  Global Health

The World Health Organization expressed serious concerns about the rapid increase in COVID-19 cases in Brazil and Mexico, urging both countries to take the situation seriously. Brazil's Sao Paulo state imposed capacity limits on businesses to control the virus spread. Moderna and Pfizer-BioNTech have applied for emergency authorization for their vaccines in the U.S. and Europe. Scott Atlas resigned as a special health adviser to President Trump after repeated clashes with other task force members. Anthony Fauci warned of a potential surge in U.S. cases post-Thanksgiving. European countries are considering measures to prevent virus spread during the ski season, and the WHO warned that malaria deaths in Africa might surpass COVID-19 deaths due to healthcare disruptions caused by the pandemic.

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Art of the Kill: Designing and Testing Viral Inactivation Procedures for Highly Pathogenic Negative Sense RNA Viruses

19 Jul 2023  |  MDPI  |  English  |  Pathogenic Viruses

The study outlines the design and testing of viral inactivation procedures for highly pathogenic negative sense RNA viruses, including Ebola, Nipah, and Lassa viruses. It emphasizes the importance of adhering to biosafety regulations and provides a detailed workflow for chemical and physical inactivation methods. The study validates the effectiveness of TRIzol, TRIzol LS, aldehyde fixation, and heat inactivation, offering solutions to challenges such as cytotoxicity and precise parameter definition. It also includes templates for documentation required for regulatory approval, ensuring safe handling and transfer of inactivated materials from high-containment laboratories.

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Diagnostic Value of the CSF α-Synuclein Real-Time Quaking-Induced Conversion Assay at the Prodromal MCI Stage of Dementia With Lewy Bodies

01 Jul 2021  |  n.neurology.org  |  English  |  Biomarkers

The study investigates the accuracy of the CSF α-synuclein real-time quaking-induced conversion assay in identifying patients with mild cognitive impairment due to probable Lewy body disease. The assay was applied to cerebrospinal fluid samples from two independent cohorts, demonstrating high sensitivity, specificity, and accuracy in identifying patients with MCI due to Lewy bodies. The findings suggest that the CSF α-synuclein RT-QuIC is a robust biomarker for prodromal dementia with Lewy bodies, and further studies are needed to explore its added value to current research criteria.

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Brazil Pauses Late-Stage Trials of Experimental COVID-19 Vaccine

10 Nov 2020  |  www.voanews.com  |  English  |  Public Health

Brazil has paused late-stage clinical trials of the CoronaVac COVID-19 vaccine developed by Sinovac after a serious adverse event with a volunteer. The trial is conducted by the Butantan Institute, whose head stated the volunteer's death was not due to the vaccine. This is the third vaccine trial to be halted after similar incidents. Meanwhile, the FDA approved emergency use of bamlanivimab, an antibody drug developed by Eli Lilly and AbCellera, for mild to moderate COVID-19 cases. The U.S. continues to see a surge in COVID-19 cases, with over 10 million total cases and more than 100,000 new cases daily. Italy has implemented new lockdown measures as infections rise, placing several regions in the orange and red zones with varying restrictions.

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Robin Seaton Jefferson is a writer/reporter/journalist based in St. Louis, Missouri, United States of America, specializing in health care and health care technology, biographies, business writing and news for older adults. She has been a journalist in the St. Louis Metropolitan Area for 26 years ...

First-In-Human Trial Begins On Universal Flu Vaccine, Older Adults Still Encouraged To Vaccinate

16 Apr 2019  |  Forbes  |  English  |  Clinical Trials

Researchers at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) have initiated the first-in-human clinical trial of a universal flu vaccine aimed at providing long-lasting protection against multiple influenza strains. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) continues to emphasize the importance of vaccinations for older adults, highlighting the risks of vaccine-preventable diseases. The trial, led by Dr. Grace Chen at the NIH Clinical Center, will assess the safety and immune response of the experimental vaccine H1ssF_3928. The article also underscores the necessity of various vaccines for adults, including those for shingles, pneumococcal disease, and hepatitis.

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J&J to discontinue HIV vaccine trial

19 Jan 2023  |  www.expresspharma.in  |  English  |  Science & Environment

Johnson & Johnson has terminated a global late-stage trial of an HIV vaccine due to its ineffectiveness in preventing infections. This follows a previous failure of another J&J HIV vaccine study. The trial, which started in 2019, involved around 3,900 gay men and transgender individuals, administering two types of shots over four visits. Despite the setback, research partners like NIAID and HVTN remain committed to pursuing an effective HIV vaccine. The WHO reports that in 2021, approximately 650,000 people died from HIV-related causes, and 1.5 million new infections occurred. Other HIV vaccine candidates are in trial, including those from Moderna Inc. J&J's shares fell 1.3% following the announcement.

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Eileen Truax is a veteran journalist specialized in migration and politics. She’s a Knight-Wallace Fellow 2019-2020 at the University of Michigan. She currently lives in Ann Arbor.

Eileen was born in Mexico City, where she was a political reporter and a Congress correspondent. In 2004 she moved ...

The 'Gringo Gatell': The Voice of Science in the United States

20 Jul 2020  |  m-x.com.mx  |  Spanish  |  US Politics

Anthony Fauci, a veteran epidemiologist and director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, has become a prominent figure in the US government's response to the Covid-19 pandemic. Despite his extensive experience and public trust, Fauci has faced opposition from President Trump and his supporters, who have politicized public health measures like mask-wearing. Fauci remains committed to science and data, emphasizing the evolving nature of scientific knowledge in managing the pandemic.

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