Scientists find most common features in people killed by COVID-19
In a new study, researchers identified the most common characteristics of 85 COVID-19 patients who died in Wuhan, China in the early stages of...
Scientists find 40 new drugs to test against COVID-19
In a new study, researchers have identified 40 new potential drugs that could treat COVID-19.
The findings come from a modeling tool for infection dynamics...
This common vaccine may be key to protecting children against COVID-19
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues its global spread, vaccine development is on everyone’s mind. Indiana University’s John Patton is no exception.
Patton, associate professor of...
Wearing surgical masks in public could help slow COVID-19 pandemic
In a new study, researchers found that surgical masks may help prevent infected people from making others sick with seasonal viruses, including coronaviruses.
They found...
This anti-parasitic drug may help kill coronavirus
In a new study, researchers found that an anti-parasitic drug already available around the world kills the coronavirus within 48 hours.
They showed that the...
People with diabetes face extra risks from COVID-19
In a new study, researchers suggest that doctors need to pay particular attention to patients with endocrine disorders and diabetes in relation to COVID-19...
14 things to do if someone you live with has COVID-19
Tips for helping a family member or roommate cope with coronavirus effects, while protecting yourself and others.
It’s happened, or at least you think it...
4 tips for staying healthy in the COVID-19 pandemic
Every day, we’re waking up to a world that has become like a stranger to us.
The stress of sheltering in place and fear of...
This drug for asthma, allergies and arthritis may increase COVID-19 risk
In a new study, researchers found that people taking a class of steroid hormones called glucocorticoids for conditions such as asthma, allergies, and arthritis...
COVID-19 and chronic lung disease: How to stay safe
Because COVID-19 attacks the lungs, limiting social contact is extremely important for people who have underlying health conditions such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary...