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Scientists find how drug remdesivir works to kill COVID-19 virus

In a new study, researchers found out how the COVID-19 antiviral drug remdesivir works to kill the virus. The drug is the only treatment of...

Scientists find new way to detect Alzheimer’s disease 5 years before its onset

In a new study, researchers discovered two early plasma markers to detect Alzheimer's disease five years before its onset. The research was conducted by a...

This common antibiotic may reduce depression

In a new study, researchers found evidence that drug minocycline could improve depressive symptoms in patients with treatment-resistant depression and low inflammation. Minocycline is a...

Vitamin D: important for your overall health, and may even prevent COVID-19

Not too long ago, Vitamin D emerged as the star of the show when it came to proactive and preventive health care. Seen as the...

Scientists find new way to melt tumors

In a new study, researchers have discovered a protein that could effectively melt tumors in days. The protein can do this when it is genetically...

Alcohol may cause immediate harm on the heart in these people

A daily alcoholic drink for women or two for men might be good for heart health, compared to drinking more or not drinking at...

COVID-19 variants: what do new mutations to SARS-CoV-2 mean

New SARS-CoV-2 mutations in the U.K. and the U.S. have raised alarms. A Michigan expert weighs in. News reports abound about the fact that SARS-CoV-2,...

New antiviral drug 10 times more effective against COVID-19

In a new study, researchers found that the antiviral drug plitidepsin is between 10 and 100 times more effective against SARS-CoV-2, including the new...

Drug prices in the US are 2.56 times those in other countries

In a new study, researchers found that prescription drug prices in the United States are much higher than in other nations, with prices in...

Frequently asked patient questions about the Covid-19 vaccine

This FAQ from the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology is provided to help answer patient questions about COVID-19 vaccines. These recommendations are based...