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Antiviral drug linked to SARS-CoV-2 mutations: Study
Updated : 5 months, 1 week ago IST
Research from the Francis Crick Institute, the University of Cambridge, Imperial College London, the University of Liverpool, the University of Cape Town, and UKHSA has linked molnupiravir, an antiviral drug for COVID-19 infections, and a pattern of mutations in the SARS-CoV-2 virus.
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Antibiotics can prolong the survival of some bacteria
Updated : 5 months, 1 week ago IST
Scientists have discovered an unexpected impact of some antibiotics on some bacteria, the medications occasionally help bacteria by extending their life. Since it has long been known that antibiotics either kill bacteria or stop them from multiplying, they are frequently used as a general t
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Researchers find how antiviral drug associated with SARS-CoV-2 mutations
Updated : 2 years, 5 months ago IST
Molnupiravir, an antiviral medication for COVID-19 infections, and a pattern of mutations in the SARS-CoV-2 virus have been linked, according to research from the Francis Crick Institute, the University of Cambridge, Imperial College London, the University of Liverpool, the University of Cap
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New study reveals how bats evolved to avoid cancer
Updated : 2 years, 5 months ago IST
According to a new study published in Genome Biology and Evolution by Oxford University Press, rapid evolution in bats may explain the animals' unique ability to host and survive infections as well as avoid cancer.
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New gut microbe produces smelly toxic gas but defends against pathogens: S
Updated : 2 years, 5 months ago IST
An international team of scientists led by University of Vienna microbiologist Alexander Loy discovered new gut bacteria that just consume taurine and produce the noxious chemical hydrogen sulphide. As a result, the researchers have improved our understanding of the microbial pathways that h
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Study finds how bats evolved to avoid cancer
Updated : 2 years, 5 months ago IST
A new research published by Oxford University Press in Genome Biology and Evolution suggests that rapid evolution in bats may explain the animals' unique capacity to host and survive infections as well as avoid cancer.
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Research reveals new gut microbe produces smelly toxic gas but protects ag
Updated : 2 years, 5 months ago IST
An international team of scientists led by University of Vienna microbiologist Alexander Loy identified a new gut bacteria that feeds only on taurine and creates the foul-smelling gas hydrogen sulphide. The researchers have therefore added to our understanding of those microbial mechanisms t
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Turmeric has the same anti-acid properties as medication: Study
Updated : 5 months, 1 week ago IST
Researchers discovered that a natural component found in the culinary spice turmeric may be as effective as omeprazole, a medication used to treat gastrointestinal symptoms by decreasing excess stomach acid.
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Nipah virus: One more case confirmed in Kerala; Total tally 6, active case
Updated : 2 years, 6 months ago IST
With this the total tally of Nipah virus infections from the virus in Kerala has been recorded at six, including two deaths.
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Study finds how pneumococcal vaccines associated with fewer severe infecti
Updated : 2 years, 6 months ago IST
According to recent studies, the prevalence of invasive pneumococcal infection (IPD) in children with sickle cell disease (SCD) has dramatically decreased after the introduction of the pneumococcal conjugate vaccines PCV7 and PCV13.
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Turmeric is as effective as medicine to reduce excess stomach acid: Study
Updated : 5 months, 1 week ago IST
Researchers found that a natural component contained in the culinary spice turmeric may be as efficient as omeprazole, a medicine used to relieve gastrointestinal symptoms by reducing excess stomach acid.
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Children who live in cities are more likely to have respiratory infections
Updated : 5 months, 1 week ago IST
Young children who grow up in towns and cities experience higher respiratory illnesses than those who grow up in the country. According to a study presented at the European Respiratory Society International Congress in Milan, Italy.
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