TWiV 1098: Clinical update with Dr. Daniel Griffin

AI SummaryDr. Griffin provides a clinical update on recent measles, mpox, respiratory syncytial virus, influenza, and SARS-CoV-2 outbreaks. He discusses revised treatment guidelines, the myth of viral rebound, steroid use, convalescent plasma benefits, oxygen therapy in severe cases, COVID-19 effects on children’s cardiovascular system, and altered iron metabolism in long COVID. The episode also addresses… Continue reading TWiV 1098: Clinical update with Dr. Daniel Griffin

[Articles] Effect of single-dose, live, attenuated dengue vaccine in children with or without previous dengue on risk of subsequent, virologically confirmed dengue in Cebu, the Philippines: a longitudinal, prospective, population-based cohort study

AI SummaryThe study explores the impact of a single dose of live, attenuated dengue vaccine on the risk of subsequent virologically confirmed dengue in children with or without prior exposure to dengue in the Philippines. Results indicate that the risk varied based on the individual’s baseline dengue serostatus. While the study doesn’t provide definitive guidance… Continue reading [Articles] Effect of single-dose, live, attenuated dengue vaccine in children with or without previous dengue on risk of subsequent, virologically confirmed dengue in Cebu, the Philippines: a longitudinal, prospective, population-based cohort study

[Newsdesk] First fatality from Alaskapox virus

AI SummaryThe article reports the first fatality from a newly discovered virus called Alaskapox, which belongs to the same genus as smallpox and mpox. This information is crucial for public health officials to understand and potentially control the spread of this emerging virus.In February, the Alaska Division of Public Health reported the first death from… Continue reading [Newsdesk] First fatality from Alaskapox virus

Innovative chemical strategy targets mosquito larvae gut to combat spread of deadly diseases

AI SummaryThe article discusses a new chemical strategy developed by biochemists and entomologists at the University of Arizona to target the gut of mosquito larvae in order to combat the spread of deadly diseases such as malaria, dengue, zika, and chikungunya. By utilizing specially designed chemical compounds to modify gut proteins of mosquito larvae, the… Continue reading Innovative chemical strategy targets mosquito larvae gut to combat spread of deadly diseases

A novel hantavirus identified in bats (Carollia perspicillata) in Brazil

AI SummaryThis study identifies a novel hantavirus, named Buritiense, in bats in Brazil. The virus shows similarity to Mobatvirus and may represent a new species of bat-borne hantavirus. Further research is needed to determine if bats could act as reservoirs and the potential for transmission to human populations. The study highlights the importance of understanding… Continue reading A novel hantavirus identified in bats (Carollia perspicillata) in Brazil

Recent H9N2 avian influenza virus lost hemagglutination activity due to a K141N substitution in hemagglutinin

AI SummaryThis article discusses how a recent strain of the H9N2 avian influenza virus has lost hemagglutination activity due to a specific substitution in the hemagglutinin protein. The K141N substitution has resulted in the virus being unable to agglutinate red blood cells, potentially affecting its ability to infect and spread in hosts. This finding sheds… Continue reading Recent H9N2 avian influenza virus lost hemagglutination activity due to a K141N substitution in hemagglutinin

TWiV 1095: Monkeys fly and mice exaggerate

AI SummaryThe content of the post is a review by the podcast This Week in Virology (TWiV) covering topics such as heterosexual transmission of clade I Mpox virus, continued circulation of oropouche virus in South America, herpesviruses in South American fur seals and sea lions, sex-specific differences in physiological responses to SARS-CoV-2 infection, underdetected dispersal… Continue reading TWiV 1095: Monkeys fly and mice exaggerate

Zika virus vaccine emerges as an unlikely hero in battling brain cancer

AI SummaryThe article discusses a new approach that utilizes the Zika virus to effectively destroy brain cancer cells and inhibit tumor growth, while preserving healthy cells. This innovative method highlights the potential of the Zika virus vaccine as a promising tool in the fight against brain cancer.Scientists have developed a new approach using the Zika… Continue reading Zika virus vaccine emerges as an unlikely hero in battling brain cancer