This overlooked stuff in the body could play big role in pneumonia and COVID-19
In a new study, researchers found that in severe cases of COVID-19, a massive release of the endogenous protein HMGB1 in the lungs may...
Caffeine may help reduce risk of Parkinson’s disease
Two purines, caffeine and urate, have been linked to a reduced risk of Parkinson's disease (PD) in many studies.
In a new study, researchers found...
Scientists discover new antibody that can block COVID-19 infection
In a new study, researchers reported that they have identified a fully human monoclonal antibody that prevents the SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) virus from infecting cells.
The...
New therapy could make smokers six times more likely to quit
In a new study, researchers found that smokers who receive the medication varenicline tartrate combined with Quitline counseling are six times more likely to...
COVID-19 links to this dangerous brain disease
In a new study, researchers found that coronavirus may cause clots within blood vessels (arteries) in the brain.
The findings suggest early testing for D-dimer,...
Could a polio vaccine stop the coronavirus pandemic?
The COVID-19 pandemic has scientists considering a few less-conventional options while vaccines against SARS-CoV-2 are being developed.
One option might be the oral polio vaccine.
We...
Vitamin D could be an effective way to fight against diabetes
Vitamin D deficiency has been linked to a greater prevalence of both type 1 (T1D) and type 2 (T2D) diabetes, and the relation of...
This study discovers a new chronic brain disorder
A recent study led by Murdoch Children’s Research Institute reported a new brain disorder in which children experience developmental regression and severe epilepsy.
The team...
Signs of cancer may also be markers of heart failure
In a new study, researchers found that in patients with heart failure, several known tumor markers can also be indicators of heart failure severity...
Why smoking and COVID-19 don’t mix
As evidence continues to grow that people who smoke are at greater risk of dying from COVID-19, health professionals are turning to a familiar...