This experimental vaccine shows promise in preventing COVID-19
In a new study, researchers found that a single dose of ChAdOx1 nCoV-19, an experimental vaccine against SARS-CoV-2, protected six monkeys from pneumonia caused...
Doctors consider possible stroke and COVID-19 connection
The first thing to know about the possible links between COVID-19 and stroke is simple, say doctors: We just don't know.
"We have very serious...
COVID-19 may be linked to dangerous inflammatory disease in children
In a new study, researchers report that detailed analysis from the Italian COVID-19 outbreak shows an increase in cases of rare Kawasaki-like disease in...
This arthritis drug may improve breathing function in severe COVID-19
In a new study, researchers found that the clinically approved anti-inflammatory drug anakinra used to treat rheumatoid arthritis improved respiratory function in patients with...
People with COVID-19 can have bowel diseases
In a new study, researchers found that many patients with COVID-19 can have bowel abnormalities, including ischemia.
The research was conducted by a team at...
Scientists find new way to prevent inflammation caused by COVID-19
Severe COVID-19 illness can result in excessive inflammation throughout the body, including the lungs, heart and brain.
In a new review study, researchers studied the...
How to protect your eye health during the COVID-19 pandemic
The Centers for Disease Control recommends people avoid touching their eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands to help prevent spreading germs during the...
Cancer doesn’t wait: Seek care for symptoms of 5 big cancers
During the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, most people aren't hesitating to call their physicians at the first sign of a fever, cough and shortness of...
This stuff in men’s blood may boost COVID-19 infection
In a new study, researchers found that men have higher concentrations of angiotensin-converting enzyme 2 (ACE2) in their blood than women.
Since ACE2 enables the...
These two things linked to higher COVID-19 death rate
In a new study, researchers found that current smokers and people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) have a higher risk of severe complications...