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University of Vermont researchers accidentally discovered that different flu viruses use different strategies to enter human cells, opening the door to new prevention treatments. The finding could lead to medications that stop flu infections before they start.
Researchers worldwide are developing vaccines that could protect against multiple flu strains for years, ending the need for annual shots. Around a dozen candidates are already in clinical trials.
A stronger flu vaccine designed for people over 65 could slash Alzheimer's risk in half, offering new hope in the fight against a disease affecting 6 million Americans. The discovery came from researchers analyzing nearly 200,000 older adults.
New research shows people with low vitamin D face 33% higher hospitalization rates for respiratory infections. The discovery offers a simple way to strengthen your immune system during flu season.
Scientists discovered that common flu antivirals like Tamiflu might help reverse the inflammation causing cognitive problems in people living with HIV. The breakthrough could improve quality of life for millions as the HIV population ages.
Leading autism researchers and advocates formed a new independent committee to guide autism research priorities and counter recent federal changes. The group aims to unite the autism community and protect evidence-based research as funding reaches $568 million annually.
A scientist who revolutionized protein research is now tackling science's reproducibility crisis with AI. His new approach could help researchers separate reliable studies from questionable ones, speeding up cures for diseases like Alzheimer's.
Scientists now have access to an AI tool that filters through 150 years of research data to deliver trustworthy answers in seconds. CAS Newton helps researchers move from question to verified answer without drowning in information overload.
When US funding cuts threatened to collapse decades of life-saving health research in South Africa, the country fought back with a $32 million rescue package. Now 59 critical HIV and tuberculosis research projects are moving forward.
Nearly one in three Americans wrongly believe the flu shot can give them the flu, but doctors are setting the record straight with science-backed facts. The confusion stems from mild side effects that actually prove the vaccine is working.
South Korea is creating a new research movement to produce globally recognized scientists like Jane Goodall by focusing on uniquely Korean topics. The K-Science initiative aims to blend the nation's culture, history, and environment with cutting-edge research.
Researchers have developed an experimental nasal spray that could protect against multiple respiratory threats at once, from flu and COVID-19 to bacteria and allergens. While still years from market, the innovation represents a major shift in how we might defend ourselves against future pandemics.
Jennifer Ferris transformed a "Wild Wild West" research environment into a thriving 17-person operation, earning the first university-wide staff award ever given to UT Health Sciences' Knoxville campus. Her journey from solo clinical trial coordinator to award-winning director shows how one person's vision can reshape an entire research community.
A chance discovery in a Vermont lab just revealed that the two main flu viruses infect humans in completely different ways. This breakthrough could unlock new treatments that work better than anything we have today.
Nigeria's medical research institute has unveiled a biobank containing over 400,000 biological samples that could revolutionize how the country understands and treats diseases. The massive collection offers locally generated data that researchers say will lead to better health outcomes for millions of Africans.
After federal research funding collapsed and thousands of scientists lost their jobs, a new model of community-driven science is taking root across America. From state-funded research bonds to mobile MRI scanners in rural towns, researchers are discovering that science doesn't need ivory towers to thrive.
A major study found that older adults who received high-dose flu vaccines showed a 55% lower risk of developing Alzheimer's disease over two years. The finding offers new hope for millions facing dementia while doing something many already do each fall.
Older adults who got a high-dose flu vaccine showed up to 20% lower Alzheimer's risk compared to those receiving the standard dose. The finding adds to growing evidence that certain vaccines might protect brain health as we age.
A potentially life-saving bird flu vaccine is moving forward in clinical trials, even after the US government canceled hundreds of millions in funding. International partnership keeps pandemic preparedness effort alive with 4,000 volunteers.
Scientists placed flu patients and healthy people together indoors for two weeks, expecting infections. Zero people got sick, revealing that ventilation and fewer coughs may matter more than close contact.
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