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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.

Study shows exercise feasible for people recovering from COVID-19

In a pivotal study conducted by the Karolinska Institutet and published in JAMA Network Open, new findings suggest that individuals suffering from post-COVID conditions...

New nasal spray can prevent COVID-19 effectively, study finds

Researchers at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute have unveiled an exciting advancement in the battle against COVID-19, showcasing the potential of "stapled lipopeptides" in preventing the...

How long does immunity last after a COVID infection?

Nearly four years into the pandemic, Australia, like many other countries, is still seeing large numbers of COVID cases. Some 860,221 infections were recorded...

Scientists find the cause of deadly inflammation in COVID-19

A study from the University of Southern California (USC) has shed light on why COVID-19 can start with mild symptoms but become deadly for...

How long does immunity last after a COVID infection?

Nearly four years into the pandemic, Australia, like many other countries, is still seeing large numbers of COVID cases. Some 860,221 infections were recorded...

Four years later, what do we know about COVID-19?

Four years ago, a brand new virus turned the world upside down. Today, thanks to researchers, medical and public health experts, pharmaceutical companies, engineers and...

Higher burden of neurological disease post-influenza compared to COVID-19

In a recent study published in Neurology, researchers found that individuals hospitalized with influenza are more likely to require medical attention for neurologic disorders...

Study finds ‘double jointed’ people may have higher long COVID risk

People with a condition known as generalized joint hypermobility, often referred to as being "double-jointed," may have a higher chance of experiencing long COVID,...

Home remedies for COVID-19: a study of safety and efficacy

As the world continues to grapple with the COVID-19 pandemic, which has claimed over 6 million lives, a ray of hope shines from research...

AI helps scientists spot new COVID-19 variants

Scientists from The Universities of Manchester and Oxford have created an artificial intelligence (AI) tool designed to better spot and track the emergence of...