Tag: Covid-19
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Covid-19 Nasal Spray Vaccine Discontinued
A biotechnology company is discontinuing further work on a Covid-19 vaccine nasal spray after clinical trial results show it produces little immune response.
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Face Mask Sensor Detects Covid-19 Virus
Engineers designed sensors made from bioactive materials integrated into fabrics, beginning with a face mask that detects the SARS-CoV-2 virus.
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Infographic – Covid-19 Slashes U.S. Life Years
Data compiled for the year 2020 show Covid-19 is responsible for an average loss of life years in the U.S. comparable to leading chronic diseases.
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Antibodies Help Some Hospitalized Covid-19 Patients
Results from a clinical trial show a combination of two synthetic antibodies reduces deaths in hospitalized Covid-19 patients with no earlier immune response.
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U.S. to Buy Covid-19 Antiviral Drug in $1.2B Deal
Two U.S. government health agencies agreed to purchase some 1.7 million doses of a Covid-19 antiviral drug, once the drug receives clearance from FDA.
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Genetic Link Found for Covid-19 Loss of Smell
A genetic analysis identifies a single genetic variation associated with loss of smell and taste, an early symptom in many people with Covid-19 infections.
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FDA Okays Lower Dose, Injected Covid-19 Antibodies
The Food and Drug Administration updated its emergency authorization for a dual-antibody Covid-19 therapy to allow for a lower and injectable dose.
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Low Cost Vaccine, Patch Device Produce Immune Responses
Tests with lab mice show one dose of a lower cost Covid-19 vaccine given with a needle-free patch generates strong antibody and cellular immune responses.
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Trade, Finance, Health Groups Urge Vaccine Boost
The leaders of four international economic and health organizations call for a $50 billion investment to ensure faster vaccinations in all parts of the world.
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Infographic – U.S. Kids Vaccine Status Matches Parents
Findings from the YouGov poll show the likelihood of children in the U.S. getting a Covid-19 vaccine depends largely on their parents’ vaccination status or plans.