People with this disease have higher death risk in COVID-19, new study shows
In a new study, researchers found that people with rare autoimmune rheumatic diseases are at a greater risk of dying at a younger age...
This antibody cocktail may help treat COVID-19 infection
In a recent study at the University of Washington and elsewhere, researchers found a mix of antibodies from recovered COVID-19 patients could recognize and...
This oral drug could block COVID-19 transmission fast
In a new study, researchers found that treatment of COVID-19 infection with a new antiviral drug, MK-4482/EIDD-2801 or Molnupiravir, completely suppresses virus transmission within...
Scientists find why some people more vulnerable to COVID-19
What makes the elderly and people with underlying conditions more vulnerable to COVID-19?
In a new study, researchers found that clues can be found in...
This is how long COVID-19 will shorten the U.S. lifespan
With over 190,000 COVID-19 deaths to date, and 1,000 more each day, America’s life expectancy may appear to be plummeting.
In a recent study at...
COVID-19 could harm young adults much harder than thought, Harvard scientists warn
In a recent study at Harvard University, researchers found that COVID-19 is far from benign when it strikes young adults.
Once they are hospitalized, 1...
This new test could provide cheaper, faster portable COVID-19 diagnosis
In a new study, researchers developed a new infection test that could provide cheaper, faster COVID-19 diagnosis.
The research was conducted by a team at...
This health problem is the leading risk factor for COVID-19 hospitalization
In a new study, researchers found chronic kidney disease to be the leading risk factor for hospitalization from COVID-19.
The research was conducted by A...
This study redesigns face masks to improve comfort and protection
Imagine a reusable face mask that protects wearers and those around them from COVID-19, is comfortable enough to wear all day, and stays in...
These 2 things can lead to a higher risk of severe COVID-19
In a recent international study, researchers found genetic evidence supporting a causal effect of smoking and obesity on increasing susceptibility to severe COVID-19 and...