How long will your COVID-19 vaccination last?
If you are fully vaccinated, you may be excited about gathering with family and friends this summer. You might even be planning a winter...
COVID-positive people have more severe strokes
In a new study, researchers found that among people who have strokes and COVID-19, there is a higher incidence of severe stroke as well...
Vitamin D may not protect you from severe COVID-19
Previous studies have suggested that increased vitamin D levels may protect against COVID-19. However, these studies were inconclusive and possibly subject to confounding.
In a...
Immunity after COVID-19 illness may last at least 1 year, study finds
In a new study from Fornaroli Hospital in Magenta, Italy, researchers found that reinfection after recovery from COVID-19 infection is very rare, and immunity...
This common high blood pressure drug may prevent COVID-19 complication
In a recent study published in the Journal of Clinical Investigation, researchers found a drug treatment that may reduce the risk of death from the...
People with type 2 diabetes are hit harder by COVID-19
In a new study from the University of Gothenburg, researchers found that people with type 2 diabetes are at a much higher risk of...
Some antibodies may cause severe COVID-19, study finds
In a new study from Osaka University, researchers discovered for the first time that both neutralizing antibodies that protect against infection as well as...
7 out of 10 COVID-19 patients in hospital will have long-haul symptoms
In a new study from Stanford University, researchers found that many hospitalized COVID-19 patients will have long-haul symptoms.
A wide swath of lingering health issues...
This new drug can block multiple COVID-19 variants
In a new study from the University of Pennsylvania, researchers found that the drug diABZI—which activates the body's innate immune response—was highly effective in...
Can exercise lessen the severity of COVID-19?
For years, researchers have studied the benefits of exercise in preventing dozens of health conditions. But can regular physical activity also help people lessen...