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A DNA vaccine has been shown to protect against anthrax, with the protective antigen (PA)-based vaccine proving more effective than the lethal factor (LF)-based vaccine. The study found that immunization with PA induces antibodies capable of neutralizing toxin and conferring protection.
Research found a 10-20% point gap in vaccination rates between blacks and whites, even after adjusting for socioeconomic factors. The study suggests that culturally appropriate messages and additional resources are needed to improve flu vaccination rates among underserved communities.
A new study published in The Lancet found that the meningococcal C conjugate vaccine (MCCV) may increase relapse rates of nephrotic syndrome in children with kidney disease. The vaccine was introduced to all UK children under 18 years old in 1999, but subsequent monitoring revealed a 30% increase in relapses post-vaccination.
Researchers at UCSD School of Medicine have demonstrated that pneumococcal vaccination can reduce the extent of atherosclerosis by 21 percent in laboratory mice. This breakthrough provides insight into the biological role of immune responses and offers potential therapeutic interventions for this complex disease.
The American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) has awarded several prestigious grants to outstanding cancer researchers. The AACR-National Foundation for Cancer Research Professorship in Basic Cancer Research supports Dr. Manuel Perucho's research on gastrointestinal cancer mechanisms. Additionally, the AACR-Gertrude B. Elion Canc...
A study found that many doctors' offices struggled to consistently obtain enough Prevnar vaccine, with over half reporting they had run out completely in the past year. The nation's 'patchwork' system of vaccination, driven by varying state practices and private insurance, contributed to these inconsistencies.
Researchers found that the absence of the SAP gene impairs the immune system's ability to recognize and react to infection, leading to impaired long-term antibody responses. The study has implications for vaccine development and may offer therapeutic benefits in treating X-linked lymphoproliferative disease.
A study found that acidified calcium sulfate is effective in killing Listeria on the surface of cooked products and preventing its regrowth. The treatment was shown to be safe and did not affect the taste or texture of the product, making it a potential solution for improving food safety.
Researchers have developed a sepsis vaccine that provides outstanding protection by reducing inflammatory chemicals by nearly 95%. The vaccine targets endotoxins, which trigger the immune system's response to infection.
A study by Kansas State University researchers has linked anthrax vaccination to poor health outcomes in Gulf War veterans, suggesting that the combination of vaccinations and medications may have adverse effects on susceptible individuals. The research also found that falsified or destroyed medical records made it difficult to assess ...
A recent study suggests that methionine, a chemical found in beta-amyloid protein, may play a role in slowing the progression of Alzheimer's disease. Vitamin E's antioxidant properties appear to destroy free radicals produced by amyloid, providing a possible explanation for its link to slowing the disease.
Distributed computing is revolutionizing the way scientists solve complex computational problems, enabling breakthroughs in astronomy and biology. The Stanford-led project Folding@home has taken off, with over 10,000 volunteers contributing their home computers to protein folding research.
A study found that family caregivers of dementia patients experience a decline in immune responses after vaccination, suggesting they may be more susceptible to illnesses like pneumonia and flu. Chronic stress is believed to play a role in this impairment.
The conference will examine the latest research efforts towards understanding and treating neurodegenerative diseases. Novel approaches using stem cells, vaccines, gene therapy and hormone modulation will be discussed.
Researchers at the University of Florida have developed a new treatment method using carbon dioxide to eliminate bacteria from fresh fruit juice, preserving its flavor and appearance. The process is as effective as heat pasteurization in reducing pathogens, but without the undesirable taste change.
Researchers have identified a viral protein responsible for Ebola-induced internal bleeding. The discovery could lead to the development of targeted antiviral treatments and vaccines to prevent the disease. By understanding how the virus attaches to and enters cells, scientists can design more effective countermeasures.
Mothers prefer family practice vaccinations over clinics, citing lack of empathy and pain from vaccination as reasons. Health professionals who acknowledge distress and engage with babies are valued most by mothers, research suggests.
A University of Michigan cancer vaccine combination with interleukin-2 was found to be effective in mobilizing the immune system to attack and destroy malignant cells. Eighty percent of mice showed complete regression of their tumors after treatment.
Researchers have developed a nasal vaccine that could protect people from pneumonic plague, the disease responsible for the Black Death. The vaccine, which targets tissue lining the gut and respiratory system, has shown promising results in mice trials.
Researchers at UT Southwestern Medical Center discover that telomerase causes human cells to retain their youth and continue dividing beyond their normal limit. The extension of normal cell lifespan in a youthful state presents numerous opportunities for biotechnology and medicine, including producing engineered products in human cells.
A new study suggests that an individual's control over exercise intensity and duration can affect the immune system. Voluntary exercise was found to strengthen the immune system without stress, while forced exercise led to suppression.
A recent study reveals that in 24 out of 28 cases involving Americans released from prison based on DNA evidence, eyewitnesses made false identifications from photo spreads and lineups. New research is helping to understand the circumstances leading to these errors and find ways to reduce their occurrences.
Researchers tested bovine tuberculosis diagnosis methods, finding similarities in cattle responses to three tuberculins. Swine were found susceptible to M. bovis infection through meat consumption.