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Drug discovery platform yields optimized compound against SARS-CoV-2 and shows promise against other RNA-based viruses
In a quest to develop new antiviral drugs for COVID-19 and other diseases, a collaboration led by scientists at The Wertheim UF Scripps Institute has identified a potential new drug against the virus that causes COVID-19.
Oct 6, 2025
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Bispecific inhibitor can combat a wide range of coronaviruses, including Paxlovid-resistant variants
A team of researchers have discovered a powerful bispecific inhibitor capable of combating all existing human-pathogenic coronaviruses, including those resistant to existing treatments like Paxlovid. This promising inhibitor, ...
Oct 3, 2025
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COVID-19 outbreak
Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is the infectious disease caused by the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2)
A pneumonia of unknown cause detected in Wuhan, China was first reported to the World Health Organization Country Office in China on 31 December 2019 and recognised as a pandemic on 11 March 2020.
Reported illnesses have ranged from mild symptoms to severe illness and death for confirmed COVID-19 cases.
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While it may go unnoticed, loss of smell may linger for years after COVID-19
People who suspect that their sense of smell has been dulled after a bout of COVID-19 are likely correct, a new study using an objective, 40-odor test shows. Even those who do not notice any olfactory issues may be impaired.
Sep 25, 2025
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Low-cost biosensor can detect airborne viruses in real-time
A research team from Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV) and Universitat de València (UV) has developed an innovative biosensor capable of detecting airborne viruses in real-time and at low cost, without the need ...
Sep 17, 2025
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Key human proteins that power coronavirus replication point to new treatment strategies
Despite vaccines and treatments, SARS-CoV-2—the virus that causes COVID-19—continues to pose a global health threat, driven by new variants and its ability to hijack human cells in ways that still aren't fully understood. ...
Sep 5, 2025
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Broad COVID-19 vaccination makes economic sense, especially for older adults, modeling study finds
As the nation gears up for the rollout of an updated COVID-19 vaccine, a new study shows the economic benefits of continued broad vaccination in adults.
Aug 13, 2025
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Unused COVID-19 vaccines may have a second life in the development of new biosensors
During the COVID-19 pandemic, pharmaceutical companies produced unprecedented quantities of vaccines. This helped save millions of lives, but on the other hand, many vaccines remained unused, expired, and had to be thrown ...
Aug 12, 2025
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Common cold virus may unlock better COVID vaccine
Prior exposure to coronaviruses that cause ordinary colds can boost the immune system's ability to attack a vulnerable site on the COVID-19-causing coronavirus SARS-CoV-2, according to a study led by investigators at Weill ...
Nov 13, 2025
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Human gene PARP14 could be novel target for viral diseases or immune-mediated disorders
Researchers at the University of Kansas have discovered a human gene, the protein PARP14, plays a role in regulating interferon, part of the body's innate immune system. Their study, appearing in the journal mBio, could guide ...
Nov 11, 2025
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Long COVID: Resistance exercise can improve physical and mental symptoms
A three-month program of resistance exercise can help improve the physical and mental well-being of people with long COVID, according to newly published research.
Nov 11, 2025
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COVID-19 vaccination linked to reduced infections in children with eczema
Children with atopic dermatitis (AD), commonly known as eczema, may experience fewer infections and allergic complications if they receive the COVID-19 vaccine, according to new research presented at the 2025 American College ...
Nov 6, 2025
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COVID-19 during pregnancy linked to higher risk of neurodevelopmental disorders in children
Children born to mothers who had COVID-19 while pregnant face an elevated risk of developmental disorders by the time they turn 3 years old, including speech delays, autism, motor disorders, and other developmental delays, ...
Oct 31, 2025
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Cats caught coronavirus from owners during early pandemic
New York City's mostly indoor cats easily caught SARS-CoV-2 during the first wave of the COVID-19 epidemic—and most were asymptomatic and were likely infected by their owners, according to a new study from a sample of cats ...
Oct 22, 2025
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New research identifies link between endorsing easily disproven claims and prioritizing symbolic strength
Why do some people endorse claims that can easily be disproved? It's one thing to believe false information, but another to actively stick with something that's obviously wrong.
Oct 15, 2025
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Cardamom seeds revealed as potential source of antiviral treatment
Plant-based materials have traditionally been used to treat a variety of viral infections. Now, researchers have found that cardamom seed extract, as well as its main bioactive ingredient, 1,8-cineole, can have potent antiviral ...
Oct 14, 2025
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CDC stops recommending COVID-19 shots for all, leaves decision to patients
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention adopted recommendations by a new group of vaccine advisers, and stopped recommending COVID-19 shots for anyone—leaving the choice up to patients.
Oct 6, 2025
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Misinformation/disinformation can lead to US couples' divorces, breakups
Political misinformation or disinformation was the key reason for some U.S. couples' recent divorces or romantic breakups, a new study found.
Sep 29, 2025
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With CDC in chaos, scientists and physicians piece together replacements for agency's lost work
The CDC is in chaos and some groups are starting to step in and take over work the agency was doing.
Aug 29, 2025
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Why COVID keeps roaring back every summer, even as pandemic fades
By many measures, coronavirus is a thing of the past.
Aug 28, 2025
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FDA approves updated COVID-19 shots with limits for some kids and adults
U.S. regulators approved updated COVID-19 shots Wednesday but limited their use for many Americans—and removed one of the two vaccines available for young children.
Aug 27, 2025
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