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Researchers discovered how enteroviruses hijack human cells to multiply, revealing a molecular switch that could lead to drugs treating dozens of viruses at once. The breakthrough offers hope for a universal antiviral against polio, myocarditis, and even the common cold.
Scientists discovered a natural compound from a Brazilian rainforest tree that blocks COVID-19 at multiple stages, potentially making it harder for the virus to develop resistance. Unlike existing antivirals that target just one weakness, these molecules stop viral entry, replication, and inflammation all at once.
Researchers in Italy have developed the first promising drug to combat Zika virus, a mosquito-borne illness that can cause severe brain damage in babies. The breakthrough molecule also shows potential against dengue, yellow fever, and West Nile virus.
Researchers in Kuwait have destroyed SARS-CoV-2 virus particles using focused ultrasound waves, opening doors to a drug-free way to fight viral infections. The breakthrough could help combat future pandemics and drug-resistant pathogens.