People with mental illness should get COVID–19 vaccine first, study says

In a new study, researchers suggest that people with serious mental illness should be given priority access to a COVID-19 vaccine when one becomes...

COVID-19 is much deadlier than flu, study confirms

In a new study, researchers found a clearer distinction between the flu virus and the COVID-19 virus: Among hospitalized patients, COVID-19 was linked to an...

This study finds some root causes of severe COVID-19

People infected by the novel coronavirus can have symptoms that range from mild to deadly. In two recent studies, researchers found that some life-threatening cases...

COVID-19 does not cause hearing loss, study shows

Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, there have been reports on the possible hearing loss caused by the disease. In a new study, researchers...

This study finds new drug to treat COVID-19

In a recent study from the University of Kent and elsewhere, researchers found a drug with the potential to provide treatment for COVID-19. The study...

This study shows a possible treatment for COVID-19

Since there is still no effective cure for COVID-19, the main emphasis in the treatments tested has been on relieving symptoms. This can shorten...

First 10 days after leaving hospital carry high risk for COVID-19 Patients

In the first months after their COVID-19 hospital stay, patients faced a high risk of ongoing health problems, trips back to the hospital, and...

LED lights can help kill coronavirus, study shows

In a new study, researchers have proven that the coronavirus can be killed efficiently, quickly, and cheaply using ultraviolet (UV) light-emitting diodes (UV-LEDs). They believe...

Scientists find a new way to predict severe COVID-19 infection

In a new study, researchers found biomarkers in the blood that are predictive of severe COVID-19 infection. The results extend understanding of the pathophysiology and...

COVID-19 linked to rare but severe eye infection

In a new study, researchers found a rare, sight-stealing infection that might be triggered by COVID-19. In the space of two months, three patients suffering...