COVID-19
According to a recent study published in the AJPM Focus journal, the COVID-19 pandemic has had a differential impact on cigarette smoking habits across racial and ethnic groups in adults with chronic lung diseases such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and asthma. The study analyzed data from 10,763
COVID-19
Research on supply chain logistics has shed light on the pressing need for accurate and effective identification of threats to prevent vulnerability in food supply and security, particularly in the wake of global events such as the COVID-19 pandemic, wars, and climate change. A study conducted by researchers at Malek
COVID-19
New research published in Frontiers in Public Health has shed light on the local epidemiology and pathogen spectrum of acute respiratory infections caused by common respiratory viruses other than influenza virus (IFV) and severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) in Fujian Province, China, from September 2020 to December 2023.
COVID-19
Researchers from the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) have published a study in the journal Viruses that sheds light on the transmission dynamics of COVID-19. The investigation finds that respiratory droplets are the primary mode of transmission for the SARS-CoV-2 virus, which enters host cells through ACE2 receptors,
Diseases
Research conducted by a team from Kharkiv National Medical University has found a significant rise in hypertension and related cardiovascular complications, such as acute myocardial infarction and stroke, among the adult population of Kharkiv during the armed conflict in 2022-2023. The study used data from the Information and Analytical Center
Diseases
The chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) market is expected to experience consistent growth, with the market valued at USD 16,075 million in 2023 and projected to increase by 2034. The disease affects men and women worldwide, causing abnormalities in the lungs' small airways, leading to limitation of airflow
Diseases
The Stargardt disease market is poised for remarkable growth over the next decade, driven by an expanding pipeline of innovative therapies, increasing disease awareness, improved diagnostic capabilities, and significant research investments from key players. DelveInsight's report provides comprehensive insights into the historical and projected Stargardt disease epidemiology, treatment
Diseases
Research by Universidad Militar Nueva Granada has identified the presence of '* * Candidatus* * Phytoplasma asteris' and '* * Candidatus* * Phytoplasma fraxini' in nine species of trees, potato, and strawberry crops in the Sabana de Bogota. The study analyzed the epidemiological implications of these phytoplasma species in trees, grass, and
Diseases
The Tsabong District is witnessing a significant rise in Influenza-like Illness (ILI) cases, with a cumulative total of 1,478 cases recorded over three epidemiological weeks. As winter sets in, the district's Primary Health Care services have confirmed an upward trend in reported cases, with 396, 483, and
Epidemiology
Lassa fever, a highly infectious disease, remains a significant threat in Nigeria, particularly in rural and under-resourced communities. The virus, first identified in 1969, has entrenched itself in the country's epidemiological landscape, with seasonal outbreaks occurring between November and April. Despite interventions, the fight against Lassa fever in
COVID-19
Research has detailed the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on Mycoplasma pneumoniae (MP) epidemiology, leading to a decline in prevalence and delayed resurgence. The pandemic has also led to a rise in macrolide-resistant M. pneumoniae, complicating treatment and necessitating alternative antibiotics. A review of recent literature highlights the need for
COVID-19
A recent epidemiology study published in Archivos Espanoles De Urologia has revealed the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the incidence of kidney stones in the Canadian province of New Brunswick. The research, conducted by Dr. Yu Chen and her team at the Dr. Everett Chalmers Regional Hospital, found that
