Diseases and Treatment
Young Children With HIV Receiving ART Have Higher Mortality Than Adults
Children under 5 years of age, were more likely to experience ART treatment interruptions. Image Credit: Âİ jarun011 - stock.adobe.comThis article appeared...
Deconstructing the Avian Flu
Earlier this month, the first human case of avian influenza A (H5N1 this year) in the United States was reported.1-3 The person became...
The Potential and Limitations of Antiviral Treatment for COVID-19
Group of floating coronavirusesImage Credits: UnplashNirmatrelvir combined with ritonavir is indicated for the treatment of mild-to-moderate COVID-19. The study did not demonstrate a...
Guanylate Binding Protein 1 (GBP1) Supportive Role in Hepatitis C Virus (HCV) Assembly and Release
The findings reveal a novel role for human guanylate binding protein 1 (GBP1) as a factor that supports the virus. It plays a...
FDA Approves HIV Therapy for Adolescents
The FDA has approved dolutegravir/lamivudine (Dovato, ViiV Healthcare) for adolescents living with HIV. This therapy becomes the first and only oral, 2-drug, single-tablet...
Hong Kong Reports First Human Case of B Virus
The B virus is spread through bites and scratches from macaque monkeys. Photo Credit: Martijn Vonk, UnsplashHong Kongâs Centre for Health Protection announced...