Inflammation does not cause death in obese people with COVID-19
Several studies suggest those who are overweight or have obesity are more likely to experience invasive mechanical ventilation, intensive care unit (ICU) admission, or...
These 2 health problems linked to poor outcomes in COVID-19
In a recent study from the Mills-Peninsula Medical Center in San Mateo, California, researchers found that hyperglycemia (high blood sugar) and hypoglycemia (low blood...
This thing can protect children from severe COVID-19
In a new study, researchers found that children are protected from severe COVID-19 because their innate immune system is quick to attack the virus.
They...
New finding confirms ‘COVID-19 can cause the body to attack itself’
Muscle soreness and achy joints are common symptoms among COVID-19 patients.
But for some people, symptoms are more severe, long-lasting, and even bizarre, including rheumatoid...
COVID-19 linked to dangerous eye problems, study shows
In a new study, researchers found strong abnormalities in the eyes of some people with severe COVID-19.
The results support the need for eye screening...
First test for all known human coronaviruses, including new COVID-19 variants
In a new study, researchers have set the stage for the development of highly sensitive antibody tests for infection with all known human coronaviruses,...
Zinc and vitamin C cannot help fight COVID-19
In a new study, researchers found that vitamin C and zinc supplements don't help COVID-19 patients recover from their illness.
Giving one or the other,...
Death risk in COVID-19 3.5 times higher than in flu
In a new study, researchers found that the risk of death from COVID-19 was 3.5 times higher than from influenza.
They found patients admitted to...
COVID-19 vaccinations: What you need to know about the second dose
In Canada, currently approved COVID-19 vaccines—from Moderna and Pfizer-BioNTech—have demonstrated remarkable efficacy based on two doses taken at specified intervals.
But what happens if you...
This study shows the leading risk factor for COVID-19 hospitalization
In a recent study from Geisinger, researchers found that chronic kidney disease is the leading risk factor for hospitalization from COVID-19.
The study is published...