This study shows a new drug to treat severe COVID-19 infection
The inflammatory process identified in severe cases of coronavirus causes an uncontrolled and excessive release of cytokines—molecules in charge of organizing the body’s defenses—which...
Children have different antibodies in response to COVID-19
In a new study, researchers found that children and adults produce different types and amounts of antibodies in response to infection with the new...
Flu shot may protect you from severe COVID, study shows
In a new study, researchers found that people who get a flu vaccine may have a lower risk of being hospitalized if and when...
This non-invasive breath test may provide instant COVID-19 diagnosis
In a new study, researchers found how COVID-19 can be detected via a non-invasive breath test, providing almost instant results.
They were able to identify...
Over 80% of COVID-19 patients have vitamin D deficiency, study shows
In a new study, researchers found that over 80% of 200 COVID-19 patients in a hospital in Spain have vitamin D deficiency.
The research was...
This major breakthrough could stop COVID-19 virus in its tracks, study shows
COVID-19 virus is decorated by multiple copies of a glycoprotein, known as the ‘Spike protein’, which plays an essential role in viral infectivity.
Spike binds...
Study shows these two masks could effectively block COVID-19
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, the use of masks and other face coverings has emerged as an important tool alongside contact tracing and isolation,...
People with this health problem have lower COVID-19 death and infection risks
In a new study, researchers found that the COVID-19 infection incidence has been low in people with rheumatic diseases, and most of those infected...
COVID-19 is making this health problem worse, new study finds
In a new study, researchers found that tinnitus, a common condition that causes the perception of noise in the ear and head, is being...
How to care for someone with COVID-19
Cases of COVID-19 are spiking around the world and in the U.S.
While most people are coping with COVID-19 at home, a significant portion at...