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...
Scientists develop COVID-19 one-step saliva test
In a new study, researchers have developed a rapid, one-step diagnostic test that detects SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, in samples of saliva.
The...
This old drug shows promise for treating COVID-19 inflammation
In a new study, researchers report promising results after treating COVID-19 patients with a drug that reduces hyper-inflammation in cancer patients undergoing immunotherapy.
They initially...