T cells may be key to stopping measles virus—and its deadly relatives

T cells are some of the immune system's most important warriors. They can stop tumor growth and even fight off severe ...
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Cross-Reactive T Cells Could Point to Broad Vaccines or Treatments for Measles, Nipah Virus

T cells are some of the immune system’s most important fighters. They can stop tumor growth and fight off severe infections.

The Long-Term Measles Complication Most People Don't Know About

Measles is not a short-lived respiratory virus whose effects are over in days.

As measles roars back, scientists search for a new therapy

Scientists just took a step toward developing a therapy that could prevent someone from getting measles after they have been exposed.
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Global measles vaccinations are nearly back to pre-pandemic levels, WHO report finds

Helen Branswell covers issues broadly related to infectious diseases, including outbreaks, preparedness, research, and vaccine development. Follow her on Mastodon and Bluesky. You can reach Helen on ...
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Measles Is Now Showing Up in Wastewater

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Florida reports 2 measles cases in Orange County: Symptoms, how it spreads

Florida health officials reported two measles cases in Orange County as of May 16, including a child under 4 and an adult ...