These two things may offer clues on how to treat COVID-19
In a new study, researchers found that cytokine storms may affect the severity of COVID-19 cases by lowering T cell counts.
They examined coronavirus cases...
High blood pressure drugs safe for people with COVID-19
In a new study, researchers found that common high blood pressure drugs did not increase the risk of contracting COVID-19, or of developing severe...
Gum disease linked to hardened arteries, stroke
Gum disease is a chronic bacterial infection that affects the soft and hard structures supporting the teeth and is linked to inflammation.
Inflammation appears to...
COVID-19 virus could infect your intestines
In a new study, researchers have found that the coronavirus SARS-CoV-2, which causes COVID-19, can infect cells of the intestine and multiply there.
Using state-of-the-art...
Scientists find how to help people avoid severe COVID-19 symptoms
In a new study, researchers found that temporarily suppressing the body's immune system during the early stages of COVID-19 could help a patient avoid...
This drug may boost recovery from severe COVID-19
In a new study, researchers found that drug remdesivir may speed time to clinical improvement for patients with severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2...
For people with diabetes and COVID-19, blood sugar control is key
In a new study, researchers found new evidence that people with type 2 diabetes (T2D) are at greater risk of a poor outcome if...
Your high blood pressure medication: Is there a COVID-19 connection?
If you have high blood pressure you may have heard that certain medications could put you at higher risk for COVID-19 complications, but one...
This arthritis drug may show promise in treating COVID-19 lung damage
In a new study, researchers have launched a Phase III clinical study to test whether a medication used to treat rheumatoid arthritis and other...
Scientists find key predictors for severe COVID-19
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a chronic progressive lung disease causing long-term breathing problems.
There are currently more than 1.2 million people with a...