Can this ‘super antibody’ overpower SFTS, a deadly tick-borne disease?

South China Morning PostCenter-RightEN 1 min read 100% complete by Dannie PengFebruary 9, 2026 at 05:00 AM
Can this ‘super antibody’ overpower SFTS, a deadly tick-borne disease?

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A research team at a Chinese university has potentially discovered a treatment for Severe Fever with Thrombocytopenia Syndrome (SFTS), a deadly tick-borne disease. While Lyme disease often receives more attention, SFTS poses a significant threat. The researchers believe their discovery could provide new methods for addressing the increasing danger from ticks. The potential treatment involves a "super antibody" that could neutralize the virus. The discovery aims to combat the growing threat of SFTS, a disease more dangerous than Lyme disease.

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