Jonathan Lambert
Stories
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Fever helps the body fight off viruses: But how does it work?
New research shows feverish temperatures make it more difficult for viruses to hijack our cells. A mouse study suggests it's the heat itself that makes the difference.
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A 'breakthrough' drug to prevent HIV, an 'unprecedented' rollout
The drug lenacapavir will be distributed to Eswatini and Zambia — the first step toward providing at least 2 million doses to the countries with the highest HIV burden, largely in Africa, by 2028.
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New malaria drug could be a life-saver as the standard drug shows signs of weakness
The best drug to fight malaria is facing increased resistance from the parasites it fights. Now there's an alternative in the pipeline and it looks promising.
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Why next year's flu shot might not be as good as it should be
America's withdrawal from the World Health Organization is affecting the ability of U.S. scientists to track flu and other pathogens. That could be a blow to the development of the 2025 flu vaccine.
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With fewer samples from other countries, CDC has dimmer global view of flu and COVID
There's been a significant slowdown in influenza and COVID samples sent to CDC from other countries, which could impair pandemic preparedness and vaccine development
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Study: We're losing the war against drug-resistant infections faster than we thought
Antimicrobial resistance is responsible for some 1.2 million deaths a year and contributes to millions more. Data in the new report shows that the problem is growing at an alarming rate.
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This wedding photographer now removes landmines for a group that's won a top prize
The Mines Advisory Group has been removing landmines for more than three decades. This year, it received the Conrad N. Hilton Humanitarian Prize, a prestigious award with a $3 million prize.
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New study finds 1 in 6 infections globally show resistance to antibiotics
A new study points to an alarming rise in antbiotic resistant bacteria. Embargoed until Monday, 10/13. Jonathan Lambert, reporter. Marc Silver, editor. ME on Monday, digital likely Tuesday.
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Research shows a simple strategy can protect babies from malaria-carrying mosquitoes
In sub-Saharan Africa, a child under five dies nearly every minute from malaria. But new research suggests baby wraps treated with insect repellant can protect them.
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Babies take a lesson from soldiers in the war against malaria
Inspired by a military strategy to ward off disease-carrying mosquitoes, researchers see if the technique will help cut malaria infections in little ones.
