COVID-19
Researchers from the University of Lesotho and Partners in Health conducted a study to examine the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on viral load and CD4 monitoring for people living with HIV (PLHIV) on antiretroviral therapy (ART) in rural Lesotho. The study found that the pandemic led to a significant
COVID-19
During the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, the concerns of congenital heart defect patients and their relatives evolved significantly, with a shift from fear and uncertainty to vaccination-related concerns. A nationwide online survey conducted by the German National Register for Congenital Heart Defects (NRCHD) in April 2020 and April 2021
COVID-19
Research conducted by a team of scientists at Shanxi Agricultural University has led to the development of a trispecific fusion protein that targets COVID-19 with promising results. The study focused on the severe consequences of COVID-19 infections, particularly among elderly individuals and those with underlying medical conditions. The research identified
Cardiac patients
Pediatric multisystem inflammatory syndrome temporally associated with SARS-CoV-2 (PIMS-TS), a rare and mysterious disease, has been linked to Kawasaki disease in younger patients. Researchers at Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust have identified a potential connection between vitamin D levels and the severity of PIMS-TS. The study, published in Pediatrics
COVID-19
As the October half term approaches, the NHS in Dorset is cautioning parents and carers about the potential for winter bugs, emphasizing the importance of knowing where to go for help. The NHS is urging families to be vigilant and take advantage of free flu and COVID-19 vaccination clinics, with
COVID-19
Research findings on Coronavirus - COVID-19 are discussed in a new report, highlighting the ongoing genetic evolution of Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) in the post-pandemic era. The study, conducted by researchers at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, utilized whole-genome sequencing to monitor the effectiveness of RSV vaccines and the
Coronaviruses
A recent study conducted in Qatar has shed light on the effectiveness and durability of a fourth dose of ancestral-strain mRNA vaccines against SARS-CoV-2 infection. The research, published in the journal Scientific Reports, found that the fourth dose conferred modest additional protection against infection, with an adjusted hazard ratio for
COVID-19
Caroline Nokes, the MP for Romsey and Southampton North, has joined Menopause Mandate to raise awareness about the significant impact of menopause on women's careers and workplace participation. A new survey conducted in the Menopause Mandate 2025 Survey, supported by QVC, found that 77% of women reported that
Adults
A cross-sectional population-based serological survey conducted in the municipalities of Mariana and Ouro Preto, Minas Gerais, Brazil, aimed to estimate the anti-SARS-CoV-2 antibodies prevalence and describe the serological profile according to socioeconomic, geographic, and health characteristics. The study revealed a 5.2% infection prevalence, with significant associations between seropositivity and
COVID-19
As the Halloween season brings ghostly apparitions to our streets, the NHS in Dorset reminds families that winter bugs are also on the rise. The healthcare system is now offering expert advice on where to seek help for flu, COVID-19, and minor illnesses, ensuring that families can access the right
Coronaviruses
Research findings on Coronavirus - COVID-19 are discussed in a new report, highlighting the ongoing genetic evolution of Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) in the post-pandemic era. The study, conducted by researchers at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, utilized whole-genome sequencing to monitor the effectiveness of RSV vaccines and the
Coronaviruses
Researchers from Wroclaw Medical University in Poland have published a study on the attitudes of parents towards vaccinating their children against COVID-19. The study, conducted in 2025, aimed to understand the reasons behind parents' distrust of the vaccination program, particularly in regards to children. The research found that over
