Immunity to COVID-19 may be higher than tests have shown
In a new study, researchers found that many people with mild or asymptomatic COVID-19 demonstrate so-called T-cell-mediated immunity to the new coronavirus, even if...
COVID-19 is linked to dangerous multiple inflammatory syndrome
In a new study, researchers suggest that parents and clinicians need to be aware of looking for symptoms of multiple inflammatory syndromes (MIS-C) in...
Social distancing may have a serious consequence: Dying alone
In a new study, researchers suggest that the COVID-19 pandemic has led to drastic changes in how hospitals provide end-of-life care to patients and...
This drug and two vitamins may help prevent and treat COVID-19
In a new study, researchers found changes in gene expression suggest possible therapies to prevent and treat COVID-19 based on dexamethasone, calcitriol (vitamin D),...
How to keep your immune system in top shape in COVID-19 pandemic
For years, Dr. Ahmad Garrett-Price has been counseling patients about the need to keep their immune systems strong, emphasizing exercise, nutrition and sleep.
As the...
Even in the worst COVID-19 cases, the body’s immune system fights back
In a new study, researchers found that even the sickest COVID-19 patients produce T cells that help fight the virus.
The finding offers further evidence...
Why U.S. hasn’t had the same success as China in slowing the spread of...
Early on in the COVID-19 outbreak, China implemented intense measures to keep people physically distant and other restrictions in an attempt to slow the...
COVID-19 is linked to a deadly immune system malfunction
The name 'cytokine storm' is apt: It describes a furious gale-force swarm of molecules unleashed by the body's immune system that causes extreme inflammation,...
7 existing drugs may help prevent COVID-19
In a new study, researchers have analyzed how SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, hijacks the proteins in its target cells.
They showed how the...
7 tips for a safer Fourth of July fireworks show
Is your town’s fireworks display canceled due to COVID-19? If you’re now thinking about setting off fireworks at home, use this advice to keep...