Scientists find a new COVID-19 treatment
In a new study, researchers found a possible therapeutic treatment for COVID-19.
They found how small molecule protease inhibitors show potency against human coronaviruses.
These coronavirus...
Education may protect people with Alzheimer’s gene from the disease
In a new study, researchers found even for people who carry the gene for early-onset Alzheimer’s disease, more years of education may slow the...
COVID-19 is linked to dangerous muscle diseases, study shows
In a new review study, researchers found two noteworthy findings related to COVID-19 and patients with neuromuscular disorders.
They found that the novel coronavirus can...
Many older people have this under-diagnosed lung disease, study shows
In a new study report, researchers discuss the prevalence, incidence, and impact of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) in older adults.
The study provides insight...
This stuff in body can cause blood clotting, severe COVID-19
In a new study, researchers found a protein that can cause blood clotting and contribute to severe COVID-19.
The research was conducted by a team...
Reducing ‘bad’ cholesterol may not help cut heart disease risk
In a new study, researchers found that setting targets for 'bad' (LDL) cholesterol levels to ward off heart disease and death in those at...
Drug that calms ‘cytokine storm’ linked to 45% lower death risk in severe COVID-19
Patients who received single intravenous dose of tocilizumab were also more likely to leave the hospital or be off a ventilator within a month,...
How diabetes and obesity affect the brain
With more than 30 million Americans diagnosed with diabetes, and another 87 million diagnosed with obesity, both conditions have become national epidemics.
The two diseases...
Ancient part of immune system may boost severe COVID-19
In a new study, researchers found that one of the immune system's oldest branches, called complement, may be influencing the severity of COVID-19 disease.
Among...
Childhood trauma may make your body and brain age faster, Harvard study shows
In a new study, researchers found children who suffer trauma from abuse or violence early in life show biological signs of aging faster than...