William A. Haseltine, Contributor

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The Many Faces Of Omicron

As Omicron continues to evolve, here we analyze virological evolution in terms of new monoclonal antibody treatments.

Key Player In Acute And Chronic Disease: The Inflammasome

Inflammation plays a critical role in both acute and long term SARS-CoV-2 infection, as well as many of the most serious chronic diseases. In this first installment of the inflammation series, we will do an overview of the inflammasome, inflammatory in…

How Common Is Long Covid? More Common Than You’d Think

Using new data from the National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS), this article will highlight the prevalence of Long Covid and emphasize the importance of mitigating your risk.

Origin Of Virus Variation: Real-Time Evolution Of SARS-CoV-2 In An Immunocompromised Patient

Where do variants come from? New variants may arise in long-term infections of immunocompromised patients.

There May Be A New Polio Epidemic On Its Way- If So, What We Can Do: Part III

These outbreaks are evidence that the two polio vaccines currently in use are not sufficient to reach complete eradication, and the development of an even safer and more effective vaccine is essential.

Covid-19 During Pregnancy: Increased Risk Of Preterm Delivery And Infant Neurodevelopmental Issues

New studies suggest that pregnant women who catch Covid-19 are more likely to suffer from an early miscarriage and their children more likely to receive a neurodevelopmental diagnosis. Maternal vaccination can help minimize complications and adverse ou…

SARS-CoV-2 Spike: A Potential Biomarker For Long Covid

A recent study discovered a potential biomarker for identifying Long Covid.

Carbon Dioxide Levels May Predict Covid Risk In Your Immediate Surroundings

Monitoring the CO2 around you may help you avoid high-risk Covid settings.

Study Uncovers A New Way To Think About Alzheimer’s Disease

With Alzheimer’s disease, DNA mutations occur in brain cells at a much faster rate than normal. Thanks to a recent study from researchers at Brigham Women’s Hospital and Boston Children’s Hospital we may be one step closer to understanding why this hap…

What We Can Learn From Other Poxviruses About Monkeypox

Since the eradication of smallpox in 1980, there have been growing concerns that we are not prepared for the next poxvirus pandemic.