Here’s who can 3rd vaccine dose now—and who may be next
With delta raging, officials may make decisions on boosters in the coming weeks. Enlarge / COVID-19 vaccine at a vaccination center in Madrid on Feb. 26, 2021. (credit: Getty | NurPhoto) Pfizer and BioNTech submitted new COVID-19 vaccine-boos.....»»
How the Biggest Clubs Make their Players Fitter
Have you ever wondered why big football clubs always seem to have better and fitter players? A great player must at least have a dose of talent, but an overdose of fitness. This is the difference between the bigwigs and those struggling to stay afloa.....»»
Social media spreads rumors about COVID vaccine harms, but it doesn"t always start them
For decades, anti-vaccine movements have generated and spread rumors that vaccines cause serious health problems. The rollout of COVID vaccines has provided new opportunities to spread misinformation......»»
Salmonella vaccine for poultry contributed to rise of antibiotic-resistant bacteria
An investigation into the evolution of Salmonella bacteria infecting Brazilian poultry shows that the introduction of a Salmonella vaccine, combined with increasing antibiotic usage by Brazilian farmers, has led to the rise of strains that are more a.....»»
Emerging vaccine nanotechnology
In this new article publication from Acta Pharmaceutica Sinica B, researchers discuss emerging vaccine nanotechnology......»»
Vietnam develops new African swine fever vaccine: official
Vietnam has developed an African swine fever vaccine for pigs in partnership with the United States, and is aiming to become the first global commercial exporter, an official said......»»
Next-gen 2023 Lexus RX gets 4 new drivetrains, big dose of electrification
The fifth-generation Lexus RX repackages the top-selling nameplate on a new platform with four new drivetrains that Lexus says will make it as fun as it is practical to drive......»»
Pfizer says 3-dose COVID vaccine for under 5s produces strong immune response
The FDA will review Pfizer's and Moderna's vaccine for this age group on June 15. Enlarge / Vials of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine. (credit: SOPA images) Pfizer and BioNTech will request authorization from the US Food and Drug A.....»»
Kids 5 to 11 get FDA OK for COVID-19 booster doses
CDC is expected to review boosters later this week and endorse their use. Enlarge / A boy gives a nurse a high five before receiving a shot of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine at a vaccination site for 5-11 year-olds at Eastmonte Park in Al.....»»
The 2023 Nissan Z first drive
Is it a remastered classic or an old platform pushed too far? Enlarge / Nissan gives a big nod to its heritage while injecting a much-needed dose of modernity into its rear-drive sports coupe. But is it enough to go toe-to-toe with th.....»»
FDA puts the brakes on J&J vaccine after 9th clotting death reported
FDA reports 3 TTS cases per million J&J doses, and 0.48 deaths per million doses. Enlarge / Boxes of Johnson & Johnson's Janssen COVID-19 vaccine at a vaccination site in Florida. (credit: Getty | Paul Hennessy) The US Food an.....»»
Thingyfy Pinhole Pro Max Lens Review: Ancient Photography Goes Digital
The Thingyfy Pinhole Pro Max Lens adds a dose of nostalgia to your lens collection. Here's how it performs compared to what the brand promised. The Thingyfy Pinhole.....»»
These dating sites are actually good for finding a serious relationship
Vaccine rates are increasing, we're starting to venture out into the world, and dating in real life has finally become an option again. The pandemic may have changed dating forever, but one thing that hasn't is that meeting people can be really hard......»»
Moderna’s vaccine for kids under 6 now with FDA for authorization
"Getting protected sooner is what matters." Enlarge (credit: Getty | Bloomberg) In a move highly anticipated by parents the country over, Moderna announced Thursday that it has requested FDA authorization for its two-dose COVI.....»»
Vaccine-Derived Polio Is On the Rise
An anonymous reader quotes a report from NPR: Is polio making a comeback? The world has spent billions of dollars over the last 15 years in an effort to wipe out the virus through vaccination efforts -- with encouraging results. Rates plunged from an.....»»
Musk has “huge responsibility” to fight health misinfo on Twitter, WHO says
"In cases like this pandemic, good information is life-saving," WHO officials says. Enlarge / Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk presents a vaccine production device during a meeting September 2, 2020 in Berlin, Germany. Musk met with vacc.....»»
Large-scale bovine vaccine study reveals the role of genetics in immune response
Vaccines are a critical tool in the protection of humans and animals against pathogens, but a major challenge for vaccine development is understanding why vaccines work better for some individuals than others......»»
Fauci confirms parents’ nightmare: FDA may delay COVID vaccines for kids under 5
"Why can't we have it in May?" a CNN reporter and parent asked Fauci. Enlarge (credit: Getty | Congressional Quarterly) The Food and Drug Administration is considering holding off on reviewing Moderna's COVID-19 vaccine for ch.....»»
Combo COVID booster is the way to go this fall, Moderna data suggests
A bivalent vaccine produced stronger, broader protection, early data suggests. Enlarge / A tray of prepared syringes for booster vaccinations with Moderna's vaccine. (credit: Getty | Picture alliance) A COVID-19 booster target.....»»
Chiral gold nanoparticles increase vaccine efficacy by more than 25%, study suggests
Vaccines can be made over 25% more effective by adding left-handed chiral gold nanoparticles as adjuvants, according to a study by an international collaboration in which Brazilian researchers took part. An article reporting the results is published.....»»
For mRNA, Covid Vaccines Are Just the Beginning
With clinical vaccine trials for everything from HIV to Zika, messenger RNA could transform medicine—or widen health care inequalities......»»