Category: Infectious Diseases

Infectious Diseases

Co-Diagnostics Submits Co-Dx PCR Flu A/B & RSV Test for FDA Clearance

Co-Diagnostics submitted a dual 510(k) premarket notification and CLIA Waiver by Application to the FDA for its Co-Dx PCR Flu A/B & RSV multiplex respiratory test.

Infectious Diseases

Cancer Vaccine Platform Uses COVID-19 Immune Memory to Fight Tumors

Researchers developed a system that redirects pre-existing antiviral signals to help the immune system recognize and attack cancer cells.

Coronavirus

COVID-19 Pandemic Shifted Timing of Seasonal Respiratory Surges

A study shows that a loss of immunity caused flu and RSV peaks to occur earlier in the season before returning to pre-pandemic patterns.

Influenza

How Host Genetics and Sex Influence Influenza Virulence

Specific host genotypes and sexes can cause influenza A viruses to gain virulence faster, potentially impacting the severity of flu outbreaks.

RSV

RSV Antiviral Zelicapavir Enters Late-stage Clinical Trials

Enanta Pharma advanced zelicapavir into a registrational Phase 2b/3 clinical trial for adults at high risk of severe RSV outcomes.

Other Infections

‘Jurassic Park’ Star Sam Neill Died From Pneumonia

Sam Neill, the actor famous for his role in the Jurassic Park films, died July 13th at the age of 78 due to pneumonia.