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Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is an infectious disease caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus.
Most people who fall sick with COVID-19 will experience mild to moderate symptoms and recover without special treatment. However, some will become seriously ill and require medical attention.

More exercise linked to less-severe COVID-19

Scientists found people who were more physically active prior to being diagnosed with COVID-19 had a lower risk of severe outcomes.

Scientists find new treatment for ‘brain fog’ in long COVID

In a study from Yale University, scientists found a new treatment for 'brain fog' in long COVID.

Meds for high blood pressure, diabetes may reduce COVID-19 death risk

A recent study from the San Francisco Veterans Affairs Medical Center found a COVID-19 survival benefit linked to the use of an angiotensin-converting enzyme...

Scientists find surprising risks for COVID-19 infection

In a study from Charles University, scientists examined risk factors and protections against contracting COVID-19, and also for suffering from severe COVID. They found several...

These drugs linked to post-COVID dementia in older people

In a study from Northwell Health in Glen Oaks, scientists found pre-COVID-19 psychotropic medication use is associated with higher risk for incident dementia following...

COVID or the common cold? What to do if you have symptoms this Christmas

There’s a lot to be jolly about this Christmas. COVID has been significantly, although not completely, “defanged”, thanks to vaccines and treatments. Christmas dos, nativity...

COVID-19 booster helps you get longer-lasting antibodies

In a study from the University of Virginia, scientists found the benefits of a COVID-19 booster. The new findings shed light on how mRNA boosters—both...

Addicted to chilli? Here’s how it might help us regain our sense of taste...

The news of a hot chilli sauce shortages earlier this year – due to high temperatures and drought in agricultural regions – prompted warnings...

This readily available, inexpensive drug may help treat COVID-19

A recent study from the University of California Los Angeles found that an inexpensive, readily available amino acid might limit the effects of COVID-19. It...

COVID-19 vaccination could protect people with blood cancer

In a study from the Medical Center-University of Freiburg, scientists found COVID-19 vaccination could protect people with blood cancer. People suffering from blood cancer often...