Therapeutic antibodies: precision medicine for multiple diseases
The potentiality of Monoclonal Antibodies (mAbs) From its discovery, the humoral immune system has always been considered as a fundamental weapon for our health able to defend the body against antigens derived from microorganisms, viruses and everything which is considered alien to the body, as antigens expressed on cancer cells. Due to this, antibodies are [&h
Rising concerns over Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV): a Global overview
In recent weeks, questions have arisen about the potential danger posed by HMPV infections. A reported increase in cases in northern China has sparked immediate concern over another Covid-style pandemic. Nonetheless, there is no reason to panic, as various authorities are closely monitoring the situation. The World Health Organization (WHO) has confirmed ongoin
The resurgence of Measles: a global call to strengthen vaccination efforts
In an era where public discourse often transforms into polarized debate, vaccines remain a contentious topic, frequently overshadowing clear scientific and epidemiological evidence. As debates over the COVID-19 vaccines persist, their crucial role in controlling the pandemic remains clear. Yet, an even more striking reminder of the importance of vaccination is
Seasonal flu vaccines: the importance of being conscious
Interim estimates of this year’s influenza vaccine effectiveness (VE) from Southern Hemisphere countries reveal a decrease compared to the last season. This is what emerges from the researchers of Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) that report an overall effectiveness of the seasonal flu vaccine against hospitalization of 34,5% among high-risk g
