Dr. Fauci Says He Could Settle for a COVID-19 Vaccine That’s 75% Effective – Here’s Why

Medicine & Technology Jun 29, 2020

Dr. Fauci recognizes the need for more education about vaccines with only 66% of America willing to get vaccinated and that a 70% - 75% protective vaccine against coronavirus would suffice.

Scientists Use a Reverse Genetics System to Understand Rotavirus Formation

Jun 24, 2020

A reverse genetics system was used to create and study a mutant version of the highly contagious rotavirus. The initial steps of viral assembly gave valuable insight on what may trigger virus multiplication.

Italian Doctor Claims Coronavirus' Genetic Mutation May Be Weaker and Could Go Away Completely Without a Vaccine

Jun 22, 2020

Coronavirus has had genetic mutations which have made it less aggressive, according to an Italian doctor. However, scientists disagree with his optimistic claims.

Scientists Conquer Vaccine-Enhanced Disease in Pneumonia-Causing Pathogen

Jun 17, 2020

Scientists have made a breakthrough discovery in the field of vaccine development. The new study claims that the researchers have identified and eliminated the cause of Vaccine-enhanced Disease in Mycoplasma pneumoniae.

This Is Why You Need to Ensure Your Pharmacy Vaccinations Are Properly Documented Before COVID-19 Vaccine Arrives

Jun 15, 2020

Pharmacist-administered vaccinations were observed to be under-reporting immunization records. Health authorities express the effect that incomplete records may have when the coronavirus vaccine becomes available.

China Could Have Coronavirus Vaccine for Emergency Use As Early As This Autumn, Expert Says

Jun 09, 2020

Chinese respiratory experts said that the CDC in China is already drafting guidelines to determine who would be eligible to receive the vaccine, when to take it, and what qualifies an emergency situation.

Scientists Discovered a Way for Vaccines to Withstand Warmer Temperatures for as Long as Three Years!

Jun 09, 2020

Scientists develop a protective vaccine case which will make it withstand altering temperatures and can potentially save millions of children.

Volunteer Suffered 'Severe Reaction' in Moderna Therapeutics' Coronavirus Vaccine Trial

May 27, 2020

Ian Haydon was among the three volunteers given the highest dose of the candidate vaccine from Moderna Therapeutics. He had adverse reactions, while another was given a lower dose and developed a rash.

Thailand is Developing a More Affordable and Accessible Coronavirus Vaccine for Southeast Asian Neighbors

May 26, 2020

In developing vaccines, Thai scientists believe that it is not a money issue but its accessibility.

American Scientists Found COVID-19 Patients Who Have Recovered and Re-acquired Coronavirus Would Most Likely Not Infect Others

May 25, 2020

From Oregon Health and Science University, scientists tested nine adult rhesus macaques with SARS-CoV-2 antibodies and evaluated re-exposure the following month. The study showed promising results in immunity.

'Immunity Passports’ for Survivors Raises Doubt as Research Reveals 6-month Limited Immunity

May 22, 2020

A new study reveals that with immunity against coronavirus can be as short as 6 months, Ministers proposing 'immunity passports' are being questioned.

'Very Low' Dose Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine Elicits Immune Response With No Side Effect, First Human Trial Show

May 18, 2020

American biotechnology company Moderna announces that the first phase of its clinical trial is "generally safe and well-tolerated."

Italian Scientists Claim the World's First COVID-19 Vaccine That Can Neutralize Coronavirus in Human Cells

May 05, 2020

According to the tests carried out at Rome's infectious-disease Spallanzani Hospital, an Italian coronavirus vaccine has antibodies generated in mice that work on human cells.

Fauci: Vaccine for COVID-19 May be Ready in January

May 01, 2020

Dr. Anthony Fauci says the world may have a vaccine to the Coronavirus Disease 2019 by January. Research and scientific Industries are hard at work to making this a reality. Meanwhile, in Europe, there is already an antibody test ready for the general public.

Niger Reports New Polio Outbreak As Vaccination is Suspended Due to Coronavirus

Apr 29, 2020

Following the suspension of immunization of polio in Niger, the country has reported a polio outbreak and a child paralyzed