In a human ‘challenge trial’ we deliberately infected volunteers with COVID to get the answer.
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Although millions are navigating long COVID, four years into the pandemic both patients and their caregivers continue to face challenges accessing the information and care they need.
H5N1 is the latest evidence that climate change is altering how viruses spread and evolve. It is essential that global public health officials take these dynamics into account.
The WHO’s International Health Regulations are the world’s only existing international legal agreement focused exclusively on preventing and addressing infectious disease outbreaks across borders.
European voters head to the polls to elect new MEPs – the results will shape who takes the EU’s top jobs.
The so-called ‘FLiRT’ variants are dominant in the US and appear to be gaining traction in Australia. Here’s the information we have so far.
A previous review suggested that masks don’t work. We can assure you – they do.
The COVID-19 pandemic did not deter wildlife traffickers from going about their illegal business. Their methods may offer lessons about resilience in crisis scenarios such as climate emergencies.
Human factors − such as how people produce food and how they organize themselves and live together − influence disease outbreaks.
To minimize the effects of future pandemics, it is not enough that we recognize deficiencies in our responses to COVID-19; we must start to build policies for the next pandemic as soon as possible.
Swimming and cycling ability declined while there was a rise in eating sugary snacks according to new research.
Religious leaders are vital links for health services looking to counter vaccine hesitancy.
A new study reveals the extent of the COVID pandemic’s effect on headteachers, including high workloads, stress and exhaustion.
Community-engaged research was disrupted by COVID-19 restrictions, meaning researchers faced serious challenges when their results were most needed: during a public health crisis.
For many, furlough was a time of disorientation and reflection.
For now there’s no spread of H5N1 between humans, which is good news. But bird flu is evolving, and we need to stay vigilant.
While the COVID-19 pandemic spurred significant progress in expanding rural home internet access, these gains are proving temporary as resources dwindle.
The move makes sense at this stage of the pandemic. But abolishing a vaccine mandate needs to be done carefully so as not to damage public trust.
Beyond the tombs and riches, life in ancient Egypt wasn’t so luxurious, after all.
Men and women often drink alcohol differently. This is especially the case for women who juggle both paid work and motherhood.
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