Gut problems are more common in people with mild COVID-19
In a recent study from Union Hospital and Tongji Medical College, researchers found gut symptoms in COVID-19 patients with mild disease rather than those...
New test could detect blood vessel injury, predict survival in COVID-19
In a new study, researchers have found that injury to endothelial cells—the cells lining blood vessels—may be a key driver of COVID-19 severity and...
How to have a safe Independence Day amid COVID-19
Independence Day weekend is usually all about celebrating life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness.
But as cases surge across much of the nation, people...
Tuberculosis vaccine combos promising for preventing COVID-19
In a new study, researchers found that a vaccine candidate BCG:CoVac stimulated an immune response aimed to control virus infection in humans.
In mice vaccinated...
This drug for anemia may help treat COVID-19
Erythropoietin (Epo) is actually a medication for anemia.
In a new study, researchers found the doping agent Epo could also be effective against COVID-19.
The drug...
This common health problem in older people may increase COVID-19 death risk
In a new study, researchers found frailty is as important as either age or underlying health issues in determining whether someone may die from...
COVID-19 virus can infect heart cells, new study shows
In a new study, researchers found that SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19 (coronavirus), can infect heart cells, indicating it may be possible for...
NOVID is the most accurate app for contact tracing
NOVID, a contact tracing app that anonymously traces users' exposure to COVID-19, is the first such app in the world to demonstrate the distance...
What you need to know about group testing for COVID-19
Hopes for a summertime reprieve from COVID-19 have been dashed as cases surged in June. As infections rise, so does the need for testing.
Dr....
COVID-19 death risk is double earlier estimates
In a new study, researchers estimate the infection death rate of COVID-19 more than double estimates from other countries, with the greatest risk to...