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Many patients with severe COVID-19 have this stuff in legs

In a recent study at the Medical University of Vienna, researchers found that hospitalized COVID-19 patients had an increased risk of developing dangerous blood...

Why omega-3 fats could protect you from chronic inflammation

In a new study, researchers found that the omega-3 fatty acids EPA and DHA work differently against chronic inflammation. The finding suggests each has its...

For many people, surviving COVID-19 doesn’t mean getting better

Alexis Crumbley flew home from London with her family in March, just as the coronavirus crisis was beginning, before masks and other precautions were...

This FDA-approved drug shows promise for treating herpes viruses

In a new study, researchers found that a drug currently prescribed to treat a rare enzyme deficiency can help cells clear the herpes viruses. They...

Scientists develop a universal flu vaccine

In a new study, researchers reported that a vaccine that induces immune responses to a wide spectrum of influenza virus strains and subtypes has...

This surgery could help reduce severity of COVID-19

In a new study, researchers found that among patients who have obesity and who tested positive for COVID-19, a past history of bariatric surgery...

A new way to detect early dementia in time for intervention

In a new study, researchers found that if Alzheimer's dementia is identified early, at the stage of Mild Cognitive Impairment, for instance, the decline...

These existing drugs could fight against COVID-19, study finds

In a new study, researchers found that three common antihistamine medications could inhibit infection of cells by the coronavirus that causes COVID-19. The drugs—hydroxyzine, diphenhydramine...

This diet may lower diabetes risk by 30%, Harvard study shows

The Mediterranean (MED) diet, rich in olive oil, fruits, vegetables, legumes, nuts and seeds, is a recommended way to reduce the risk of heart...

Overweight and obese younger adults have higher risk of severe COVID-19

In a new study, researchers warn that being younger (aged 50 and under) doesn’t protect against the dangers of COVID-19 if you are overweight. They...