Flu shot may help protect against severe COVID-19
The flu and COVID-19 are indeed different disease processes caused by different viruses.
Although some of the symptoms may overlap between the two diseases, they...
This common health problem may strongly increase COVID-19 death risk
In a recent study published in Diabetes Care, researchers at Tulane University found Patients with COVID-19 who had metabolic syndrome were over three times more...
People who take opioids for pain can’t get in the door at half of...
In a new study, researchers found that people who take opioid medications for chronic pain may have a hard time finding a new primary...
Pain-free microneedle patch may replace needles for blood draws
No more needles.
Blood draws are no fun.
They hurt. Veins can burst, or even roll — like they’re trying to avoid the needle, too.
Oftentimes, doctors...
Hand sanitizer can strongly harm children’s eyes
In a new study, researchers found the use of alcohol-based hand sanitizers during the COVID-19 pandemic has had a dangerous, unintended consequence: eye injuries...
The head is connected to the heart and can influence health
A growing body of research shows good mental health can improve heart health and reduce cardiovascular risks, while poor mental health can increase the...
Living near trees may prevent vascular damage, study finds
In a new study, researchers found that living near an abundance of green vegetation can offset the negative effects of air pollution on blood...
Vitamin D deficiency linked to higher COVID-19 risk, study confirms
In a new study, researchers found that patients with vitamin D deficiency are much more likely to be positive for COVID-19.
The research was conducted...
Scientists find new way to combat asthma and COVID-related lung diseases
In a new study, researchers examined how the immune system impacts gut bacteria.
They found two molecules that can not only provide profound protection in...
New test can predict a type of autism with 100% accuracy
In a new study, researchers found several maternal autoantibodies that are highly linked to the diagnosis and severity of autism.
They focused on maternal autoantibody-related...