NIH Record - National Institutes of Health

Monoclonal Antibody Prevents Malaria in Small Trial

One dose of a new monoclonal antibody discovered and developed at NIH safely prevented malaria for up to 9 months in people exposed to the malaria parasite. The small clinical trial is the first to demonstrate that a monoclonal antibody can prevent malaria in people.

Pain Management Class Packs a Punch

A new study suggests a single 2-hour session of a pain management skills class could offer as much benefit as 8 sessions of cognitive behavioral therapy for patients experiencing chronic low-back pain. Supported by NCCIH and NIDA, the study explored whether a compressed intervention could lead to the same benefits as a longer course of CBT.

Intranasal Covid-19 Vaccine Effective in Animal Studies

A nasal spray of the Oxford/AstraZeneca Covid-19 vaccine protected hamsters and monkeys against serious disease and reduced the amount of virus in the nose. Less virus in the nasal passages could reduce the risk that vaccinated individuals spread the virus.

Developing a New Kind of Temporary Pacemaker

Researchers developed a wirelessly powered temporary pacemaker that breaks down in the body after use. The device can generate enough power to pace a human heart without causing damage or inflammation.

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