Why a drug used to treat severe COVID-19 may only benefit men
In a new study from the University of Calgary, researchers found how dexamethasone, the main treatment for severe COVID-19 lung infections, alters how immune...
Should I mix and match my COVID-19 booster shot?
As concerns about the omicron variant mount, federal public health officials have strengthened their stance on booster shots for COVID-19 vaccines.
On Monday, U.S. Centers...
Understanding omicron, the new COVID-19 variant
Countries around the world are making preparations against omicron, a new variant of the novel coronavirus that causes COVID-19.
Although it hasn't yet been detected...
How COVID-19 harms the brain, according to new study
In a new study from Thomas Jefferson University, researchers found that approximately one in 100 patients hospitalized with COVID-19 will likely develop complications of...
Breakthrough COVID-19 infections more often and more severe in these people
In a new study from Pfizer, researchers found COVID-19 infections in the 'fully' vaccinated are rare but are more common and severe in people...
COVID-19 boosters safe and increase immunity when given after two doses of AstraZeneca or...
In a new study from University Hospital Southampton, researchers found six different COVID-19 boosters are safe and provoke strong immune responses in people who...
These two COVID-19 pills may change everything
Imagine being able to go to your local pharmacy and pick up a bottle of pills to treat COVID-19 that would have you feeling...
Can long COVID kill? This study says YES.
In a new study from the University of Florida, researchers found that patients who survive severe COVID-19 have more than twice the risk of...
Scientists find your maximum risks of COVID infection with and without masks
Three meters are not enough to ensure protection.
Even at that distance, it takes less than five minutes for an unvaccinated person standing in the...
How well can you fight Delta and Omicron? This antibody test can tell
In a new study from Duke University, researchers developed a test that can quickly and easily assess how well a person's neutralizing antibodies fight...