CURATED HEALTH UPDATES
Immunological properties of breast milk
Immunological properties of breast milk

Breast milk contains bioactive substances, macro- and micronutrients, and plays a fundamental role in passive protection and direct active immunomodulation.

January 2022

Bacterial coinfection is unusual in non-critical c
Bacterial coinfection is unusual in non-critical cases of COVID-19

Antibiotics are rarely indicated for COVID-19, however prescribing has been high during the pandemic.

January 2022

Aspergillus Tracheobronchitis in COVID-19: Insight
Aspergillus Tracheobronchitis in COVID-19: Insights into Host-Pathogen Interactions

The interplay between viral tropism, host defense, and fungal invasion contributes to Aspergillus tracheobronchitis in COVID-19 patients, highlighting the complex pathophysiology and clinical implications of opportunistic fungal infections in severe respiratory illness.

January 2022

Immunity after SARS-CoV-2 infections
Immunity after SARS-CoV-2 infections

The cellular immunity induced by T lymphocytes in patients who recovered from COVID19 would be robust 6 months after infection, regardless of the severity of the infection and the age of the patient.

January 2022

Seasonal Variation in Testosterone Levels: Implications for Hormonal Regulation and Health Outcomes

Testosterone levels exhibit seasonal variation, with the lowest levels observed in spring and summer and significantly higher levels in autumn and winter, highlighting the influence of environmental factors on hormonal dynamics and health-related outcomes.

January 2022

Autoimmune Thyroid Disease in Women: Unraveling Se
Autoimmune Thyroid Disease in Women: Unraveling Sex Differences in Immune Regulation

Female predominance in autoimmune thyroid disease is attributed to sex differences in immune function and regulation, shedding light on the underlying mechanisms and informing targeted interventions and personalized treatment strategies for affected individuals.

January 2022

Future Trajectories of COVID-19: Modeling Possible
Future Trajectories of COVID-19: Modeling Possible Scenarios and Public Health Implications

University of Utah scientists model possible futures of COVID-19, exploring different trajectories and their implications for public health preparedness, policy-making, and disease control strategies.

January 2022

Controlling Dengue-Transmitting Mosquitoes: Assessing the Efficacy of Wolbachia-Infected Mosquito Deployments

Efficacy of Wolbachia-infected mosquito deployments for dengue control is evaluated, providing insights into novel strategies for vector management and disease prevention in endemic regions.

January 2022

Monoclonal Antibodies Reduce Deaths in COVID-19: I
Monoclonal Antibodies Reduce Deaths in COVID-19: Insights from the RECOVERY Trial

RECOVERY Trial findings demonstrate that Regeneron's monoclonal antibody combination reduces deaths of hospitalized COVID-19 patients who have not mounted their own immune response, supporting the efficacy of monoclonal antibody therapies in improving clinical outcomes in severe COVID-19 cases.

January 2022

Prevention of infective endocarditis in dental pro
Prevention of infective endocarditis in dental procedures

Antibiotic prophylaxis for invasive dental procedures is suggested only for high-risk patients with conditions such as prosthetic heart valve

January 2022