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How Do Retroviruses Become Infectious; Key Protein That Makes Viral Particles Virulent Discovered

An international team of researchers has discovered how a tiny protein particle makes a retrovirus, Rous sarcoma virus (RSV)—which is similar to HIV virus—infectious; the particle also makes HIV virulent, thereby, potentially explaining the virulence of all retroviruses.

May 30, 2021

New Drug Blocks Several Variants of COVID-19; Effective Against "Variant of Concern" [Details]

Scientists from the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine have reported that a drug known as diABZI, showed potent activity against the SARS-CoV-2, including the South African variant B.1.351, a Variant of Concern.

May 30, 2021

Paracetamol Use By Pregnant Mothers Can Lead to ADHD, Autism In Children; New Evidence Suggests Strong Link [Study]

According to the study led by scientists from Barcelona Institute for Global Health (ISGlobal), prenatal exposure to paracetamol increases the chances of offsprings developing ADHD and Autism.

May 29, 2021

Two Women Give Birth Using Mothers' Womb

Covid-19: India gives nod to vaccinate even lactating mothers; what do WHO, CDC have to say

Most of the reservations against vaccinating new mothers have stemmed from the fact that none of the vaccines have been tested on lactating mothers for efficacy or side effects

May 29, 2021

Inhaling nanobodies could prevent, effectively treat severe COVID; shows potential for treatment [details]

Scientists from the University of Pittsburgh demonstrated that low doses of an ultrapotent inhalable (or aerosolized) nanobody can prevent and treat acute COVID-19

May 28, 2021

A mask designed by Jennifer Veyie, a Professor in Kohima as a conversation starter to highlight the period cycle

Menstrual Hygiene Day 2021: Men who take pride in their menses work and how

With every passing generation, a new word for menstruation is unearthed. As the world observes Menstrual Hygiene Day 2021, IBTimes highlights the work of some good men in spreading the awareness

May 28, 2021

This Bacteria Hijacks Protective Cells In Intestine; Scientists Make Startling Discovery [Details]

Researchers from the National Institutes of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) have found that Salmonella Typhimurium bacteria use protective cells in the intestine to colonization the GI tract.

May 27, 2021

'The Blind Shall See'; Revolutionary Optogenetic Technique Helps Blind Man See After 40 Years [Study]

Scientists used a novel optogenetic therapy that involved the injection of light-sensitive proteins directly into certain cells that enabled a man suffering from a degenerative eye condition to regain a part of his vision.

May 26, 2021

Who Is Srikantha Annappa Pai? The Man Behind Life-Saving Drug for Black Fungus Infection

B Srikantha Annappa Pai is the brain behind the re-development of the drug that has emerged as a life-saver in the management of the nationwide mucormycosis outbreak.

May 26, 2021

Some Antibodies Can Increase Infectivity of COVID-19; Possible Factor In Severity of Infection [Study]

A new multi-institutional study has discovered that the body also produces antibodies that can worsen the infectivity of the SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus.

May 25, 2021

First evidence of COVID-19 hijacking crucial protein to invade cells found; here's how it could help

A study by researchers from Keck School of Medicine of USC is the first to experimentally demonstrate that GRP78, a molecular chaperone, plays a crucial role in the invasion of human cells by the SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus and its variants.

May 25, 2021

Dr. Anju Sharma has been credited of founding Asia's first sound healing band 'Sound Of Infinity'

Dr. Anju Sharma Said Spending years in the field and have gained enough knowledge on the subject made my establish a unique foundation. 'Sound Of Infinity', Asia's first sound healing band

May 25, 2021

New Defense Mechanism Against COVID Discovered; May Help Predict Outcomes In Patients

Researchers from Hokkaido University report the discovery of a novel defense response against the SARS-CoV-2 virus that may explain why outcomes in COVID-19 patients are varied.

May 23, 2021

Sexual Transmission of Food Bacteria; This Foodborne Bacteria Can Infect Via Sex [Details]

According to a new study, Campylobacter bacteria, which causes diarrheal infectious disease Campylobacteriosis, can spread not just through food, but also through sexual contact.

May 23, 2021

Nearly 40000 Covid-19 cases in children below 9 years reported in the last two months in Karnataka

Watch out for these symptoms in children post Covid; K'taka doctors warn parents amid spike in MIS-C cases

As Covid-19 attention shifts to the government's predicted third wave, city-based pediatricians notice a surge in MIS-C cases wherein children who have recovered during the second wave are still showing a risk of developing complications such as heart failures. Every day 2-3 cases reported in the last two weeks. Existing comorbidities and obesity a risk factor.

May 23, 2021

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Health News

How Do Retroviruses Become Infectious; Key Protein That Makes Viral Particles Virulent Discovered

New Drug Blocks Several Variants of COVID-19; Effective Against "Variant of Concern" [Details]

Paracetamol Use By Pregnant Mothers Can Lead to ADHD, Autism In Children; New Evidence Suggests Strong Link [Study]

Covid-19: India gives nod to vaccinate even lactating mothers; what do WHO, CDC have to say

Inhaling nanobodies could prevent, effectively treat severe COVID; shows potential for treatment [details]

Menstrual Hygiene Day 2021: Men who take pride in their menses work and how

This Bacteria Hijacks Protective Cells In Intestine; Scientists Make Startling Discovery [Details]

'The Blind Shall See'; Revolutionary Optogenetic Technique Helps Blind Man See After 40 Years [Study]

Who Is Srikantha Annappa Pai? The Man Behind Life-Saving Drug for Black Fungus Infection

Some Antibodies Can Increase Infectivity of COVID-19; Possible Factor In Severity of Infection [Study]

First evidence of COVID-19 hijacking crucial protein to invade cells found; here's how it could help

Dr. Anju Sharma has been credited of founding Asia's first sound healing band 'Sound Of Infinity'

New Defense Mechanism Against COVID Discovered; May Help Predict Outcomes In Patients

Sexual Transmission of Food Bacteria; This Foodborne Bacteria Can Infect Via Sex [Details]

Watch out for these symptoms in children post Covid; K'taka doctors warn parents amid spike in MIS-C cases

Time for India to follow suit? France, Germany, Netherlands, US banned use of EVMs [here's why]

Dhanush's Captain Miller has no buyers in Telugu states? Here's why

Deepika Padukone is a sight to behold in velvet gown; attends Academy Museum Gala with Selena Gomez, Dua Lip [see pics]