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Singing could spread COVID-19, study shows

In a new study, researchers found that singing indoors, unmasked can swiftly spread COVID-19 via microscopic airborne particles known as aerosols. They examined a March...

Scientists find the cause of early-stage type 2 diabetes

In a new study, researchers have discovered that the lack of an enzyme in the liver called SphK2 results in strong insulin resistance and...

A safer UV light can effectively kills COVID-19 virus, study finds

In a new study, researchers found that using Ultraviolet C light with a wavelength of 222 nanometers which is safer to use around humans...

This study shows new way to treat hair loss

Hair growth depends on the health of dermal papillae (DP) cells, which regulate the hair follicle growth cycle. Current treatments for hair loss can be...

These 4 things could block COVID-19, study shows

A recent study at the University of South Florida Health and elsewhere found 4 existing compounds that block replication of the COVID-19 virus (SARS-CoV-2)...

COVID-19 could cause declines in life expectancy, study shows

In a new study, researchers found that COVID-19 pandemic could cause a short-term decline in life expectancy in many regions of the world. They found...

High fructose corn syrup may harm your heart health

In a new study, researchers found that consuming high fructose corn syrup appears to be as bad for your health as consuming sugar in...

This hormone may be a warning light for type 2 diabetes

Up to one in four Danes has an unhealthy accumulation of fat in the liver, also known as fatty liver. Fatty liver is rarely the...

Rapid 90-minute COVID-19 test is very accurate, study shows

In a new study, researchers found that a 90-minute COVID-19 test has over 94% sensitivity and 100% specificity. Sensitivity is a measure of how well...

COVID-19 prevention may strongly cut flu risk

In a new study, researchers found very low rates of influenza as cases plummeted during the early months of the coronavirus pandemic. They found the...