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Kumamoto University scientists developed new SARS-CoV-2 variant detection method

Kumamoto University
Peer-Reviewed Publication

Researchers at Kumamoto University have made a significant breakthrough in the fight against COVID-19 with the development of Intelli-OVI, a cutting-edge diagnostic tool capable of rapidly identifying emerging variants of the SARS-CoV-2 virus. This new system combines advanced DNA detection technology with computational algorithms to offer a quicker and more cost-effective method of monitoring viral mutations, which could play a crucial role in managing future pandemics.

Journal: Communications Medicine
Funder: Japan Agency for Medical Research and Development, Denka Co. Ltd, Japan Society for the Promotion of Science

Nasal swab tests predict COVID-19 disease severity, Emory study finds

Emory Health Sciences
Peer-Reviewed Publication

New research from Emory University is providing a more precise prediction of COVID-19 severity that can be found by looking at autoantibodies in the nasal cavity, leading to more personalized treatment plans.

Journal: Science Translational Medicine
Funder: NIH/National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, NIH/National Cancer Institute, American Society of Hematology

Safety of simultaneous vs sequential mRNA COVID-19 and inactivated influenza vaccines

JAMA Network
Peer-Reviewed Publication

About The Study: In this randomized clinical trial assessing simultaneous vs sequential administration of mRNA COVID-19 and inactivated influenza vaccines, reactogenicity was comparable in both groups. These findings support the option of simultaneous administration of these vaccines.

Journal: JAMA Network Open

Long-term risk of autoimmune and autoinflammatory connective tissue disorders following COVID-19

JAMA Network
Peer-Reviewed Publication

About The Study: This retrospective cohort study with an extended follow-up period found associations between COVID-19 and the long-term risk of various autoimmune and autoinflammatory connective tissue disorders. Long-term monitoring and care of patients is crucial after COVID-19, considering demographic factors, disease severity, and vaccination status, to mitigate these risks.

Journal: JAMA Dermatology

Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on pediatric anxiety and depression: Prevalence data, theoretical synthesis, and clinical implications

Xia & He Publishing Inc.
Peer-Reviewed Publication

Over the course of the COVID-19 pandemic and its aftermath, growing concerns have emerged about the mental health of children and youth. Disease, loss, and lockdowns presented young people with enormous stressors, and much research suggests elevated levels of pediatric depression, anxiety, suicidality, and obsessive-compulsive behavior. However, considerable debate remains about the nature and persistence of these symptoms. This narrative review, conducted approximately four years after the onset of the pandemic, summarizes the major findings from four years of research, including empirical studies, meta-analyses, and systematic reviews. Studies were sourced from scholarly databases using the keywords “COVID-19”, “children”, “adolescents”, and “mental health”. The existing literature on the prevalence of depression in youth indicated that worldwide rates varied from 2.2% to 11.8% of the population, with one study revealing that one in four young people reported depressive symptoms. More specifically, 44% of youth in the United States demonstrated depression, while in China, the prevalence rate ranged from 11% to 44% of young people. Reviewed data showed that 20% of youth globally endorsed symptoms of anxiety or stress reactions, with countries such as Denmark (44%), Canada (45%), and the United States (32%) reporting extremely high rates. In the implications section, recommendations for screening and intervention procedures are outlined.

Journal: Exploratory Research and Hypothesis in Medicine

Nanoparticles designed to trap and neutralise large amounts of SARS-CoV2

Universitat Autonoma de Barcelona
Peer-Reviewed Publication

Researchers from the IBB-UAB have developed a new class of nanostructures capable of trapping and neutralising large quantities of the SARS-CoV2 virus particles, both in liquid solutions and on the surface of materials. These novel nanoparticles could be used to manufacture antiviral materials such as wastewater and air filters, and could be exploited to develop new tests for the early detection of Covid-19. Moreover, the nanoparticles could be redesigned to target other pathogens.

Journal: Advanced Healthcare Materials

Rutgers study reveals vaccination patterns among LGBTQ+ adults in New Jersey and New York

Rutgers University
Peer-Reviewed Publication

A new study led by Rutgers Health researchers has uncovered important insights into vaccination patterns among LGBTQ+ adults in New Jersey and New York. The findings, published in the journal Vaccine, shed light on disparities in vaccine uptake within this diverse population.

Journal: Vaccine

Assessing the efficacy of clinical drugs targeting SARS-CoV-2 main protease

Higher Education Press
Peer-Reviewed Publication

the study highlights that LTV is more effective than NTV and ETV against M^pro mutants, making it a promising candidate for treating drug-resistant strains of SARS-CoV-2.

Journal: Quantitative Biology
Funder: National Key Research and Development Program of China, National Natural Science Foundation of China

Study reveals stubborn mistrust in COVID-19 vaccine science

CUNY Graduate School of Public Health and Health Policy
Peer-Reviewed Publication

A study conducted by researchers from the CUNY Graduate School of Public Health and Health Policy (CUNY SPH) and the Barcelona Institute for Global Health (ISGlobal) sheds light on public trust in COVID-19 vaccine science and its impact on vaccine acceptance in the United States from 2021 to 2023.

Journal: Vaccine X

Hospital COVID-19 burden and adverse event rates

JAMA Network
Peer-Reviewed Publication

About The Study: In this cohort study of hospital admissions among Medicare patients during the COVID-19 pandemic, greater hospital COVID-19 burden was associated with an increased risk of in-hospital adverse effects among both patients with and without COVID-19. These results illustrate the need for greater hospital resilience and surge capacity to prevent declines in patient safety during surges in demand.

Journal: JAMA Network Open

Childhood overweight is associated with socio-economic vulnerability

Uppsala University
Peer-Reviewed Publication

More children have overweight in regions with high rates of single parenthood, low education levels, low income and high child poverty. The pandemic may also have reinforced this trend. This is shown by a study conducted by researchers at Uppsala University and Region Sörmland in collaboration with Region Skåne.

Journal: Acta Paediatrica

COVID-19 sharply boosts risk for blood-fat disorders

Albert Einstein College of Medicine
Peer-Reviewed Publication

A new study led by researchers at Albert Einstein College of Medicine involving more than 200,000 adults found that the COVID-19 pandemic caused a 29% increase in risk for developing dyslipidemia, a condition involving abnormal lipid (fat) levels in the blood. Seniors and people with type 2 diabetes were even more strongly affected, experiencing an approximately two-fold increased risk for developing dyslipidemia, which is a major risk factor for cardiovascular diseases such as heart attack and stroke. The research was published today in the print edition of The Journal of Clinical Investigation.

Journal: Journal of Clinical Investigation

How COVID-19 transformed family dinners

American Psychological Association
Peer-Reviewed Publication

While the lockdowns associated with the COVID-19 pandemic led many families to eat more meals at home, they had an additional benefit: an increase in the quality of family time during those dinners, according to research published by the American Psychological Association.

Journal: Couple and Family Psychology Research and Practice

Not going out is the “new normal” post-Covid, say experts

Taylor & Francis Group
Peer-Reviewed Publication

Compared with just before the Covid-19 pandemic, people are spending nearly an hour less a day doing activities outside the home, behaviour that researchers say is a lasting consequence of the pandemic.

Journal: Journal of the American Planning Association
Funder: University of California Institute of Transportation Studies Statewide Transportation Research Program

Long COVID inflammation damages the heart

University of Queensland
Peer-Reviewed Publication

University of Queensland-led research has found inflammatory markers in the blood of long COVID patients which could explain why many experience ongoing cardiovascular issues.

Journal: Nature Microbiology

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