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Long-Term COVID-19 Presence: Lungs Serve as Viral Hideout for 18 Months

A study conducted by the Institut Pasteur has revealed that the SARS-CoV-2 virus can persist in the lungs for up to 18 months after infection, challenging the belief that it becomes undetectable after initial recovery. This persistence is linked to a failure in the innate immune system, similar to viral reservoirs seen in HIV. The study highlights the role of NK cells in controlling these reservoirs and provides insights into the mechanisms of viral persistence, which could help in understanding long COVID.

via SciTechDaily|

#covid-19 #health #innate-immunity

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"Dr. Amy Proal on the Ongoing Dangers of Long COVID"

Dr. Amy Proal, a leading expert on Long COVID, discusses her research on the role of viral reservoirs in the persistence of post-acute sequelae of COVID-19. Long COVID is a group of health problems that can affect various organs and is often debilitating. It is estimated that hundreds of millions of people globally may be suffering from Long COVID symptoms. Dr. Proal's work sheds light on the ongoing dangers of the pandemic and the need for further understanding and support for those affected.

via WSWS|

#dr-amy-proal #health #long-covid

health2 years ago•3 min saved

"Breakthrough Drug Offers Hope for HIV Cure"

Researchers at Emory University have been testing Jak inhibitors, specifically ruxolitinib, as a potential treatment to eliminate viral reservoirs of HIV in the body. In a study on individuals with a high reservoir viral load, the researchers found that ruxolitinib led to a significant decline in HIV hidden within DNA. The results suggest that Jak inhibitors could reverse immune dysfunction and decay the reservoir, potentially leading to a cure for HIV. Further research is needed to understand the impact on the entire viral reservoir in the body.

via Queerty|

#cure #health #hiv