Hong Kong Scientists Make Potential HIV Treatment Breakthrough
By: Emily Tsang University of Hong Kong scientists have discovered an antibody that could treat gut inflammation in HIV patients – a common condition for sufferers that can prove fatal. By blocking the pathway that leads to acute gut inflammation, the antibody can also delay the virus from weakening the immune system and prevent sufferers from contracting Aids. But HKU researchers said the treatment, which has so far only been tested on mice, would require further study before being used on HIV-infected patients. Hong Kong could see 35 per cent surge in HIV cases by 2021, report says “This study solves the mystery of an inflammatory mechanism during the acute HIV infection,” said Professor Chen Zhiwei, director of the Aids Institute and microbiology professor at HKU. “It also anticipates developing the antibody as a new immunotherapy to fight against Aids and other inflammation-related diseases.” The findings…
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Whoopi Goldberg’s Natural Menstrual Cramp Solution
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In the course of my work, I have heard a lot of people admit that they agree with the fact that your wardrobe…
Harnessing Innovative Ideas and Diversity towards Sustainable Growth
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“I have always believed that women are not victims. We are agents of change, we are drivers of progress, we are makers of peace–all…
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All-Women Naval Crew Eyes Record Circumnavigation
A six-member all-women crew of the Indian Navy is set to embark on an eight-month voyage in September to circumnavigate the world, the first…
All-Women Naval Crew Eyes Record Circumnavigation
A six-member all-women crew of the Indian Navy is set to embark on an eight-month voyage in September to circumnavigate the world, the first…
