Microbiology & Infectious Diseases

HSV-1 and HSV-2 establish latent/reactivation patterns, giving rise to recurrent epithelial lesions, cold sores and genital herpes, in patients. These persistent infections have affected over half of the US adult population yet the pathogenic mechanism is not well understood.

Marburg virus survivors have been investigated in a new study that has identified a key immunogen in the virus’s wing domain that could revolutionize vaccine development.

A study highlights a significant advancement in HIV vaccine development: a two-dose priming strategy that optimizes the body’s immune response by aligning vaccine delivery with the germinal center (GC) reaction.

A national survey highlights rising vaccine hesitancy this flu season, with 37% of adults planning to skip flu and COVID-19 vaccines despite CDC recommendations.

Emerging research has linked COVID-19 to joint pain and osteoarthritis, but the precise mechanisms behind this connection and the damage to articular cartilage were previously unclear.

The latest development in the rapidly advancing arena of microbiome research is in the form of an innovative computational tool, the Gut Microbiome Wellness Index 2 (GMWI2), which shows promise in enhancing predictive healthcare by analyzing gut health.

Distribution of free at-home COVID-19 tests return nationwide this September, according to the US government. Households will be able to order up to four at-home tests online in ongoing public health efforts as fall and winter respiratory virus season approaches.