This FDA-approved drug could help people recover from COVID-19, reduce death risk
In a new study, researchers found that most patients hospitalized with COVID-19 (coronavirus) pneumonia experienced improvement after receiving a Food and Drug Administration-approved drug...
Scientists find the key to a successful COVID-19 vaccine
In a new study, researchers have uncovered how a crucial component of the immune system responds to the spike protein of COVID-19 virus —important...
This diet with antibiotic use may cause gut inflammation
In a new study, researchers have found that combining a Western-style high-fat diet with antibiotic use significantly increases the risk of developing pre-inflammatory bowel...
Is it safe to travel in the age of COVID-19?
As lockdown restrictions ease up around the country, health experts share their input on travel and how to make vacationing as safe as possible.
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This cholesterol-lowering drug may downgrade COVID-19 to a common cold
In a new study, researchers found that a simple drug that has been on the market for decades could be used to treat COVID-19.
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Scientists find a new COVID-19 symptom: mouth rash
In a new study, researchers found that rashes on the inside of the mouth can be found in some people with COVID-19.
The research was...
This study shows a cause of deadly respiratory syndrome in COVID-19
Acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) is a life-threatening condition in which lungs become so inflamed and filled with fluid that they struggle to provide...
This overlooked stuff in the body may play a big role in severe COVID-19
Severe viral infections can cause the immune system to over-respond to the intruding infectious agents and to produce large amounts of proteins called cytokines...
Getting to a COVID-19 vaccine as fast and as safely as possible
The novel coronavirus is not expected to disappear anytime soon.
With physical distancing, virus testing, contact tracing, and potentially new therapeutics, we may be able...
Yes, you should wear a face mask. Here’s how and why
Properly wearing a mask or cloth face covering can help keep you safe while navigating the COVID-19 pandemic.
As cases of COVID-19 begin to spike...