Scientists discover the protein IL-17 that fights infection also acts on the brain, inducing anxiety or sociability

Immune molecules called cytokines play important roles in the body's defense against infection, helping to control inflammation and coordinating the responses of other immune cells. A growing body of evidence suggests that some of these molecules also influence the brain, leading to behavioral changes during illness.

Avian #influenza A(#H5N6) virus detected during live-poultry #market #surveillance linked to a #human #infection in #Changsha, #China, from 2020 to 2023

Man Develops Fungal Lung Infection Due to Dirty Sock Smelling Habit

A Chinese man who had developed a habit of smelling his dirty socks after wearing them for a whole day has been diagnosed with fungal lung infection.

Quel est le temps d’incubation de l’herpès ?

Le temps d'incubation du virus de l'herpès – on parle plutôt de période d'incubation – correspond au délai qui s'écoule entre le moment de la contamination et l'apparition effective des premiers symptômes chez la personne infectée. Ce laps de temps dépend du type de virus qui a été contracté et de la zone contaminée (virus

Auntie Zombie Explains Insanity

These top 10 causes of death accounted for almost 75% of all deaths in the U.S. in 2021: Heart disease (695,547) Cancer (605,213) COVID-19...

Ebola-infected monkeys cured with a pill, sparking human treatment hopes

Monkeys infected with Ebola can be cured with a pill, according to a new study out Friday that could pave the way for more practical, affordable treatments in humans.

Howard G. Smith MD, AM on Instagram: "Tec Italy Shampoo Totale Has Bacterial Contamination This shampoo is contaminated with the bacteria Klebsiella oxytoca that causes infections in the eyes, nose, and skin, and creates additional risks for those with compromised immune systems. Affected is Lot # 1G27542266. About 1,068 containers of this recalled shampoo were sold in New York and California as well as in other states. Stop using this shampoo and return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. For more information, contact Henkel at sacli@henkel.com. https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/henkel-capital-sa-de-cv-recalls-tec-italy-totale-shampoo-due-potential-health-risk #tec #shampoo #klebsiella #infection #recall"

0 likes, 0 comments - drhowardsmithreports on April 4, 2025: "Tec Italy Shampoo Totale Has Bacterial Contamination This shampoo is contaminated with the bacteria Klebsiella oxytoca that causes infections in the eyes, nose, and skin, and creates additional risks for those with compromised immune systems. Affected is Lot # 1G27542266. About 1,068 containers of this recalled shampoo were sold in New York and California as well as in other states. Stop using this shampoo and return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. For more information, contact Henkel at sacli@henkel.com. https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/henkel-capital-sa-de-cv-recalls-tec-italy-totale-shampoo-due-potential-health-risk #tec #shampoo #klebsiella #infection #recall".

Norovirus outbreak hits luxury cruise ship Queen Mary 2 infecting 240 passengers

A luxury cruise ship, the Queen Mary 2, is dealing with a norovirus outbreak. Over 240 passengers are sick.

#Clinical presentation of #Oropouche virus #infection: A systematic review and meta-analysis

Rates of #infection with other #pathogens after a positive #COVID19 test versus a negative test in #US #veterans (November, 2021, to December, 2023): a retrospective cohort study