Why immune system in some people cannot fight COVID-19 effectively
Older people and people with underlying medical conditions are at particular risk of severe COVID-19.
In a new study, researchers have found one possible reason...
This acne drug could fight the leading cause of heart failure
Dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) is a leading cause of heart failure, affecting 1 in 250 people. The disease is characterized by an increase in the...
Common painkillers not linked to more severe COVID-19, study shows
In a new study, researchers found that the use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), such as ibuprofen and diclofenac, is not linked to any...
This stuff in severe COVID-19 patients could predict disease outcome
In a new study, researchers have discovered that patients suffering from severe COVID-19 show changes in a class of immune cells known as unconventional...
This sleep problem is a new risk factor of type 2 diabetes
In a new study, researchers found insomnia is a new risk factor linked to increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes.
They found 34 risk...
Scientists find the cause and treatment of cytokine storm in COVID-19
Many COVID-19 cases are severe enough to warrant admission to the hospital for monitoring and treatment.
A substantial number of these patients die from the...
New vaccine combo shows promise in preventing COVID-19
In a recent study at the University of Sydney and Centenary Institute, researchers found that a vaccine candidate BCG:CoVac stimulated an immune response aimed...
Only 31% of Americans think return to school is safe
In a new study, researchers found that nearly two-thirds of Americans do not believe it is safe for K-12 students to return to school.
Only...
Scientists find persistent immune response to COVID-19 in recovered patients
In a new study, researchers have found that natural infection with COVID-19 produces a robust T cell response, including inducing T cell 'memory' to...
Many hospital workers infected with COVID-19 don’t show symptoms
In a new study, researchers examined 13 U.S. medical centers and found 6% of staff tested positive for prior infection with the new coronavirus,...