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New RSV vaccine given in pregnancy protects newborns from illness, Pfizer says

By Nicoletta Lanese published

The drugmaker Pfizer announced positive trial results for its RSV vaccine designed to protect newborns.

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Dozens of ancient viruses are 'switched on' in healthy cells throughout our bodies

By Nicoletta Lanese published

Snippets of ancient viruses are embedded in the human genome and active in many healthy tissues.

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Lab-made COVID-19 hybrid sparks controversy

By Ben Turner published

The hybrid consists of the omicron variant's spike protein attached to the original virus

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Flu on the rise in the US as season kicks off early

By Nicoletta Lanese published

States across the U.S. are reporting rising rates of influenza-like illness, hinting that flu season is starting early this year.

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Is monkeypox going to spread in children?

By Stephanie Pappas last updated

Kids can get monkeypox, but the risk is low. Should parents worry about monkeypox spreading in schools, and will children need a monkeypox vaccine?

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The coronavirus infects fat cells, study shows

By Nicoletta Lanese published

Research shows that SARS-CoV-2 infects fat cells and certain immune cells in fat.

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Polio is spreading in the US for the 1st time in decades. Do you need a booster?

By Nicoletta Lanese published

Who should get a polio booster?

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1st confirmed monkeypox fatality reported in the US

By Nicoletta Lanese published

An L.A. County resident has died of monkeypox.

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Should you get the new COVID-19 booster shot? Here's everything you need to know.

By Nicoletta Lanese published

The updated COVID-19 boosters guard against omicron subvariants.

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China approves world-first inhaled COVID-19 vaccine

By Ben Turner published

The needle-free vaccine is the first of over 100 oral or nasal vaccines currently in development around the world

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