Many U.S. counties lack infectious disease doctors to fight COVID-19
In a new study, researchers found that the distribution of infectious disease (ID) physicians in the United States is geographically skewed.
About 90% of U.S....
Scientists find a common, deadly complication in people with diabetes and COVID-19
In a new study, researchers found that diabetic ketoacidosis is a common and potentially fatal complication in hospitalized patients with COVID-19.
Diabetic ketoacidosis almost always requires special care in the hospital which usually takes...
The Do’s and Don’ts of your face masks
Face masks are an important part of staying safe during the COVID-19 pandemic.
But not all masks are created equal. And if you don’t wear...
Scientists create new type of COVID-19 antibody test
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues with many thousands of new infections reported each day, there is a need for widely applicable surveillance testing to...
New evidence that blood type could impact your risk for severe COVID-19
In a new study, researchers found that a person's genes and blood type may help determine their odds for a nastier form of COVID-19,...
This hormone linked to higher death risk in COVID-19
In a new study, researchers found that COVID-19 patients with extremely high levels of the stress hormone cortisol in their blood are more likely...
This method could help stop COVID-19 infection in lungs
In a new study, researchers found that “nanosponges” appear to stop the coronavirus infection in its tracks by diverting its attention away from living...
COVID-19 anxiety, job loss cause nation-wide sleep loss, but this water can help
In a new study, researchers found that the COVID19 pandemic is creating unprecedented levels of sleep deprivation, presenting a big risk to mental and...
Hormone therapy no cure-all for ‘low T’ in aging men
Testosterone therapy ads promise to help aging men recapture their vitality, decrease body fat and enhance libido.
But hormone treatments – while medically necessary for...
These animals could be the secret weapon against COVID-19
Alpacas Big Boy, Blue Eyes and Emperor may hold the key to combating COVID-19. Their antibodies could offer a defense against SARS-CoV-2, the virus...