This artery problem could mean severe COVID-19 risk
In a new study from Newcastle University, researchers found assessing the stiffness of the arteries could help identify patients most at risk of dying...
9 things you need to know about the new COVID-19 pill
Over the past year, discussions—sometimes heated ones—about ending the COVID-19 pandemic have largely focused on the availability, effectiveness, and safety of vaccines.
But in early...
Vaccines are effective against most COVID variants, Yale study shows
In a new study, researchers found two of the commonly used coronavirus vaccines provide protection against multiple variants of the virus that causes COVID-19,...
Tooth and gum problems may increase risk of severe COVID-19
In a new study from Cairo University, researchers found a strong between poor oral health and COVID-19 severity, as well as a link between...
This inexpensive heart drug can help treat severe COVID-19
In a new study published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology, researchers found metoprolol, a drug widely used to treat heart...
This single-shot vaccine can protect against COVID-19 variants
Vaccines against COVID-19 were developed early in the pandemic. But the virus has been changing. Now there are different versions, called variants, all over...
Cannabis addiction may increase COVID-19 risk
Should doctors take particular care to talk to patients about the potential dangers of COVID-19 if those patients have a problematic relationship with pot?
In...
Alzheimer’s and COVID-19 share this thing in common
In a new study from University College London, researchers found an anti-viral gene that impacts the risk of both Alzheimer's disease and severe COVID-19.
They...
Scientists find a crucial factor in COVID-19 transmission
In a recent study published in Clinical Infectious Diseases, researchers found fine aerosols emitted during talking and singing may play a crucial role in...
Protection of Pfizer vaccine starts to decrease after two months
In two new studies from Israel and Qatar, researchers found that the immunity offered by two doses of Pfizer's coronavirus vaccine drops off after...