Silk can offer homemade solution for COVID-19 prevention
In a new study, researchers examined what common household fabrics might work best as a face covering to prevent COVID-19.
Next to a single-use N95...
Common arthritis drugs may increase infection risk, even at low doses
In a new study, researchers found rheumatoid arthritis drugs glucocorticoids are linked to an increased risk for infection, even at doses as low as...
These lifestyle changes can help prevent severe COVID-19
As infectious disease experts continue to study COVID-19, they have been able to uncover many of the factors that lead to more severe symptoms.
It’s...
Parkinson’s disease is not one, but two diseases
In a new study, researchers found although the name may suggest otherwise, Parkinson's disease is not one but two diseases, starting either in the...
People with COVID-19 may have higher risk of this kidney problem
In a new study, researchers found that hospitalized patients with COVID-19 may face an increased risk for kidney injury, a dreaded complication for those...
Once-a-week insulin shot shows promise in fighting type 2 diabetes
For some people with type 2 diabetes, the thought of daily shots makes them delay or avoid starting insulin therapy.
In a new study, researchers...
Many COVID-19 patients have unexplained strokes
In a new study, researchers explored the association of COVID-19 and acute ischemic stroke.
They found higher than expected rates of unexplained or "cryptogenic" strokes,...
Richer men more likely to have high blood pressure, study shows
More than one billion people have high blood pressure worldwide. Around 30-45% of adults are affected, rising to more than 60% of people over...
This bone disease drug may help treat COVID-19
In a recent study from Germany, Spain, and Italy, researchers reported promising results for the fight against the coronavirus.
They found an already registered drug...
This health problem may strongly increase your diabetes risk
In a new study, researchers found that rheumatoid arthritis is linked to a 23% increased risk of type 2 diabetes, and the finding may...