New biologic protects immunocompromised from COVID-19: studies
AstraZeneca’s long-acting monoclonal antibody can also be used to prevent disease progression, trials suggest.
Tag: Immunology
Vanishingly few patients eligible for vax exemptions: immunologist
The number of individuals unable to receive any of the approved vaccines for medical reasons is miniscule, Professor Graeme Stewart says.
What needs to be considered with the new shingles jab
ADG talks to two leading vaccination experts to get the lowdown
Professor Sarah Gilbert: The scientist behind the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine
The UK vaccinologist received a standing ovation at Wimbledon for her tireless efforts.
Second adrenaline pen listed on PBS
Patients choosing this device will need to learn a different technique for administering adrenaline.
Can you detect the source of this head scratcher?
Lee is a 74-year-old retiree who presents with a three-day history of an itchy rash on the forehead.
Space flights are all the rage, but what happens to immunity up there?
The suppression of the immune system during space flight is a well-documented phenomenon. During the Apollo missions in the ’60s and ’70s, for instance, many…
‘Bubble boy’ disease erased with simple therapy
New study shows the faulty gene that causes ADA-SCID was successfully replaced in 48 out of 50 patients: NEJM.
What does this palpable purpura point to?
Rani is a 16-year-old girl who presents with one week of rash affecting both legs.
Coronavirus treatments: Keep your eye on anti-complement drugs
Although the vaccine cavalry is finally coming over the hill, the need for better drugs to treat those with COVID-19 remains. Many drugs are being…
