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CRISPR-Cas9 Edited Chickens Exhibit Resistance To Avian Influenza. But Some Problems Arise
Using CRISPR-Cas9, researchers created chickens with increased resistance to avian influenza. But viral mutations arose that may allow replication in human cells.
Nobel For Covid-19 Vaccine Development Recognizes Work Done Decades Before The Pandemic Began
The 2023 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine was awarded to Drs. Katalin Karikó and Drew Weissman, for their role in the development of the Covid-19 vaccines.
FDA Approves A New Covid-19 Booster, Targeting XBB.1.5
New Covid-19 vaccines employ the same mRNA-based technology as previously approved versions of the vaccines. However, they target the XBB.1.5 omicron subvariant.
Covid-19 Vaccines Can Decrease Severe Disease In Children, According To New CDC Report
A recent report published by the CDC, provides strong evidence that Covid-19 vaccinations decrease the risk of emergency department or urgent care visits by children.
CDC Report Describes Measles Outbreak In Ohio
A report published by the CDC describes an outbreak of measles that occurred in Ohio. Cases were almost if not entirely in unvaccinated or partially vaccinated people.
CDC Reports Increasing Number Of Covid-19 Hospitalizations. Should We Be Worried?
Recent data from the CDC indicates that Covid-19 hospitalizations are increasing. Is this a sign of another surge or just a blip in the data?
Using Art To Explore Advancements In HIV Science
An exhibition currently on display on Brisbane, Australia and online showcases art made collaboratively by HIV scientists and HIV+ artists.
Efforts To Protect Condors From Avian Influenza Move A Step Closer
Vaccine to protect California condors against highly pathogenic avian influenza appears to be safe. More birds now will be vaccinated and antibody levels monitored.
UN Agency Hopes To End AIDS By 2030. It’s Possible, But Barriers Remain
In it’s recently released report, UNAID states that the 95-95-95 goals can end HIV/AIDS by 2030. It’s possible, but barriers remain.
As Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza Viruses Threaten California Condors, A Vaccine May Be The Answer
Endangered California condors are threatened by highly pathogenic avian influenza viruses. An ongoing study explores the efficacy of vaccines.
