Omicron variant strongly resistant to current antibodies
The omicron variant of SARS-CoV-2 is spreading at an alarming rate. It could soon replace the delta variant, which at present dominates globally.
However, little...
Two doses of vaccines cannot fully against Omicron
In a new study from the University of Hong Kong, researchers found that most individuals after being given two doses of the vaccine (either...
These two existing drugs could help treat COVID-19, studies find
In a recent study published in The Lancet, McMaster University researchers found an inexpensive repurposed drug called fluvoxamine can save the lives of COVID-19 patients...
Omicron infection may help prevent delta variant, study shows
In a new study from the Africa Health Research Institute, researchers found people infected with the omicron variant may have stronger immune protection against...
Many younger adults with diabetes in COVID-19 miss medical care
In a new study from Monash University, researchers found young adults with diabetes are most likely to report having missed medical care during the...
Cholesterol-lowering drugs may reduce COVID death in these people
In a new study from UC San Diego Health, researchers examined the link between the use of medications to control cholesterol or blood pressure...
Does COVID-19 virus become less deadly?
Variants of the coronavirus have come to represent the ultimate danger: A curveball in our plans to bring an end to the pandemic that...
Common drugs for inflammation, depression, alcoholism may treat COVID-19
Several recent studies have found that common drugs for depression, alcoholism, and inflammation may help treat COVID-19.
In a study published in JAMA Network Open, UCSF...
COVID booster shot can cut your death risk by 90%
In two new studies from Israeli, researchers found booster doses of Pfizer's coronavirus vaccine set recipients up to effectively withstand the ravages of both...
Are some foods super bitter to you? You may have lower COVID-19 risk
In a recent study from Baton Rouge General Medical Center, researchers found people who can't stand broccoli, celery or kale may be supertasters, and...