RNA-targeting compounds or small interfering RNAs (siRNAs) offer a potent means for controlling viral infections. An essential prerequisite to their design depends on identifying conserved and ...
Researchers discovered a vulnerability in viral enzymes that could lead to novel treatments for diseases as diverse as COVID-19 and Ebola -- while also minimizing side effects and reducing the odds of ...
Instead of concrete counts and scientific facts driving authorities’ decisions on how to tackle HIV, the then president and health minister denied that the virus causes Aids - and with it denied ...
Modern HIV medications can suppress the virus to undetectable levels so it doesn’t advance to AIDS or spread to others. Does that mean the fight against HIV is over? Not quite. “We still don't ...
Despite this, however, people with HIV can live long, healthy lives thanks to significant advancements in modern medicine. HIV, also known as human immunodeficiency virus, essentially destroys the ...
Despite popular misconceptions, HIV isn’t transmissible through shared bites of food or drinking from the same cup, sneezing nearby, or hugging. The virus is transmissible through blood and ...
Queensland officials reported the incident Monday. According to Health Minister Tim Nicholls, over 300 virus samples have gone missing. The government is now launching an investigation into the ...