Mutation is making COVID-19 virus milder, new study shows
In a new study, researchers found a genetic variant of COVID-19 virus that resulted in a less severe form of the disease, with a...
Common high blood pressure drugs could reduce COVID-19 death risk
In a new study, researchers found medication for high blood pressure could improve COVID-19 survival rates and reduce the severity of the infection.
The research...
Tips for preventing COVID-19 if you have diabetes
People with diabetes can be more susceptible to—and can become sicker if infected with—any virus, including the new coronavirus.
During this outbreak of COVID-19, it...
COVID-19 cases, deaths may have a weekly pattern, new study shows
In a new study, researchers have found weekly oscillations in the numbers of new daily COVID-19 cases and deaths in several countries that are...
2 or more long-term health problems linked to a positive COVID-19 test result
In a new study, researchers found the presence of two or more long term health conditions—known as multimorbidity—is linked to a 48% higher risk...
Why some people with COVID-19 have very low levels of oxygen
In a new study, researchers provide possible explanations for COVID-19 patients who present with extremely low, otherwise life-threatening levels of oxygen, but no signs...
People with COVID-19 often lie about symptoms and distancing, this study shows
In a new study, researchers found that people living in the United States who believe, or know, they are COVID-19 positive are more likely...
Immune system plays a critical role in severe COVID-19, new evidence shows
In a new study, researchers conducted advanced analyses of immune system activation in patients with severe COVID-19.
They found several cell types that play a...
Is saliva testing better? 5 things to know about the new COVID-19 test
Early in the pandemic, it became clear that testing for COVID-19 might be key to controlling outbreaks.
But the existing tests have presented logistical challenges.
Health...
The hunt for COVID-19 treatments has researchers optimistic
COVID-19 launches a multipronged assault on the human body, causing complications that range from mild to deadly.
The ultimate defense would be a vaccine, which...