Obesity may change immune response to COVID-19, making it more deadly
In a new study, researchers found obesity may cause a hyperactive immune system response to COVID-19 infection that makes it difficult to fight off the virus.
The research was conducted by a team at...
This plant compound may kill deadly bacteria
The Brazilian Peppertree (Schinus terebinthifolia), native to South America, is also abundant in Florida, where it forms dense thickets that crowd out native species.
In...
Lack of this vitamin may increase your risk of COVID-19
In a new study, researchers found an association between vitamin D deficiency and the likelihood of becoming infected with the coronavirus.
The research was conducted...
This simple exercise may protect you from diabetes and heart disease
A recent study at the University of Milan found that 12 weeks of easy-to-administer passive stretching helps improve blood flow by making it easier...
Longer education may improve memory, prevent dementia
A recent study at Georgetown University Medical Center found that education appears to protect older adults, especially women, against memory loss.
The team found that...
These lifestyle habits could protect your kidney health
In a new study, researchers found active lifestyle choices such as eating vegetables, exercising, and quitting smoking can reduce the risk of chronic kidney...
Children can have COVID-19 antibodies and virus in their body at the same time
In a new study, researchers found children can have COVID-19 antibodies and virus in their bodies at the same time.
This means children still have...
These common drugs can help treat severe COVID-19, new evidence shows
In several new studies, researchers found steroids can fight severe COVID-19.
They found common drugs known as corticosteroids (e.g., hydrocortisone or dexamethasone) appear to cut...
Men with larger waists more likely to die of this cancer
In a new study, researchers found a link between the concentration of body fat around the belly and waist and the risk of death...
Face masks with valves cannot prevent COVID-19 spread
As countries around the world experience a steep surge in COVID-19 infections, face masks have become increasingly accepted as an effective means for combating...