infectious disease
Toward A Therapeutic Vaccine For Hepatitis B
Scientists are developing a much needed therapeutic vaccine against hepatitis B that could also treat chronic hepatitis.
Extending The Range Of Diseases Covered By A Rice-Based Vaccine
Astellas and the Institute of Medical Science at the University of Tokyo are expanding the range of diseases that can be covered by their rice-based oral vaccine, MucoRice.
Deleting Enzymes Takes The Edge Off Septic Shock
Inhibiting IPMK enzymes could help dampen the overexuberant immune response during sepsis, a leading cause of death from infections.
Drinking Iced Tea May Up Cholera Risk In Endemic Areas
Drinking iced tea has been linked to outbreaks of cholera in Vietnam.
The State Of Infectious Disease Control In Post-SARS China
China has improved its infection control measures in the aftermath of SARS, but common diseases still pose a problem.
Predicting Cytomegalovirus Risk Before Birth
Researchers have developed a method of testing for cytomegalovirus infections during pregnancy, reducing the damage done to developing fetuses.
What You Need To Know About Dengvaxia, Sanofi Pasteur’s Dengue Vaccine
Dr. Ng Su-Peing, global medical head of Sanofi Pasteur, explains how Dengvaxia can address the burden of dengue around the world.
7 Must-Read Stories In October 2016
Sanofi Pasteur's dengue vaccine, low-protein diets and a ‘light-stopping’ experiment were popular in October.
To Roll Out Or Not To Roll Out Dengue Vaccines? It’s Complicated
It is possible that in certain settings, routine dengue vaccination may actually increase the incidence of severe dengue—and thus the numbers hospitalized due to the disease.
