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...
This vaccine could prevent the worst symptoms of COVID-19
In a new study, researchers found that the MMR (measles, mumps, rubella) vaccine could serve as a preventive tool to dampen inflammation linked to...
Exercise prevents almost 4 million early deaths each year
In a new study, researchers found that at least 3.9 million early deaths are being averted worldwide every year by people being physically active.
The...
Is a summer vacation safe for your family?
Destinations are opening up for summer vacation, but does that mean it is safe to travel with your family?
The most important consideration while traveling...
New probiotic formula may fight COVID-19 by boosting gut health
In a new study, researchers developed a probiotic formula that aims to target gut imbalance, thereby offering hope of boosting immunity against COVID-19 and...
Scientists find a new cause of COVID-19 death
In a new study, researchers found an important biomarker that predicts a crisis in COVID-19 patients that could lead to death.
The research was conducted...
Scientists find clear signs of brain injury with severe COVID-19
In a new study, researchers found that certain patients who receive hospital care for coronavirus infection (COVID-19) exhibit clinical and neurochemical signs of brain...
New study provides key insights on how COVID-19 spreads in households
In a new study, researchers found the coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2) that causes COVID-19 may spread more easily among people living together and family members than...
Why COVID-19 is more dangerous to men than women
While it's not exactly clear why, the finding itself is certain: Men are suffering worse fates than women when it comes to COVID-19, regardless...