Coronavirus Disease COVID 19 News and Research

Latest Coronavirus Disease COVID 19 News and Research

Leritrelvir shows high efficacy against SARS-CoV-2 protease mutations

Over the last few years, the SARS-CoV-2 virus, responsible for COVID-19, has undergone significant changes, evolving from the original wild-type strains to the highly transmissible Omicron variant.

6 Nov 2024

Community health workers spread across the US, even in rural areas

Kelly Engebretson was excited to get fitted for a prosthetic after having part of his leg amputated. But he wasn't sure how he'd get to the appointment.

6 Nov 2024

Canada’s proactive policies reduce drug shortages far more effectively than the U.S.

Drug-related supply chain issues in Canada were 40% less likely to result in significant drug shortages than in the United States.

4 Nov 2024

Can olfactory loss predict disease? Study ties loss of smell to 139 health conditions

Olfactory dysfunction links to 139 conditions, with inflammation playing a key role in memory decline and cognitive issues. Olfactory enrichment shows promise.

1 Nov 2024

Paid sick leave is up for a vote in three states

Voters in Missouri, Nebraska, and Alaska will soon decide whether workers in those states should be entitled to paid sick leave.

1 Nov 2024

Families who ate together more often during the pandemic had more positive interactions

A study reveals that increased family dinner frequency during COVID-19 positively impacts mental health and social interactions in children and adults.

31 Oct 2024

For kids and teens, extra weight could mean a higher chance of long COVID

The study reveals a dose-response relationship between BMI and PASC risk in children, highlighting obesity as a key factor in post-COVID health challenges.

30 Oct 2024

Study finds nirmatrelvir-ritonavir reduces severe COVID-19 and long COVID risks in high-risk patients

Nirmatrelvir-ritonavir effectively lowers hospitalization rates and long COVID symptoms in non-hospitalized, high-risk patients with mild to moderate COVID-19.

30 Oct 2024

For people with opioid addiction, Medicaid ‘unwinding’ raises the stakes

It was hard enough for Stephanie to get methadone treatment when she moved to Florida from Indiana last year. The nearest clinic was almost an hour's drive away and she couldn't drive herself. But at least she didn't have to worry about the cost of care.

30 Oct 2024

One in four healthy young Marines report long-term physical, cognitive, or psychiatric effects after mild COVID-19

Researchers examine the long-term health effects of SARS-CoV-2 infection in a cohort of United States Marines.

29 Oct 2024

Black Americans still suffer worse health. Here’s why there’s so little progress

One morning in late April, a small brick health clinic along the Thurgood Marshall Highway bustled with patients.

28 Oct 2024

Expanded access to weight-loss drugs could save thousands of lives

Researchers explore the potential benefits of expanding access to novel weight loss drugs to enhance survival rates in overweight and obese individuals.

28 Oct 2024

Study reveals the impact of malicious bots on public health communication during COVID-19

The information environment in Finland during the coronavirus pandemic was exceptional and intense in many ways. The spread of disinformation and the number of actors involved reached unprecedented levels.

27 Oct 2024

Political polarization poses serious risks to public health

News coverage of the 2024 election season has often centered on how partisan division has affected our politics.

25 Oct 2024

Masks and smart seating cut COVID-19 risks on flights, review finds

Air travel review reveals sporadic SARS-CoV-2 transmission, with mask use and seating proximity key to infection risk.

24 Oct 2024

Aerobic exercise boosts cognitive function and quality of life in breast cancer patients

Researcher sassess the positive impact of aerobic exercise during chemotherapy on cognitive function.

24 Oct 2024

Low-carb diet may improve beta-cell function in type 2 diabetes patients

This study shows a carbohydrate-restricted diet boosts β-cell function in type 2 diabetes, offering a sustainable approach to manage the disease effectively.

24 Oct 2024

Floor swabbing offers new insights for COVID-19 monitoring

COVID-19 is here to stay. As restrictions and human testing have waned, new research is tackling the challenge of how we can monitor, predict, and prevent cases and outbreaks of COVID-19, especially among vulnerable groups like hospitalized patients.

22 Oct 2024

Altered breathing in those without a sense of smell could explain health issues

Research shows individuals with anosmia have altered breathing patterns, linking smell loss to health issues and highlighting olfaction's role in respiration.

22 Oct 2024

New research uncovers how coronavirus evades immune defense

The novel coronavirus SARS-CoV-2 has an enzyme that can counteract a cell's innate defense mechanism against viruses, explaining why it is more infectious than the previous SARS and MERS-causing viruses.

22 Oct 2024

Coronavirus Disease COVID 19 News and Research

Latest Coronavirus Disease COVID 19 News and Research

Leritrelvir shows high efficacy against SARS-CoV-2 protease mutations

Community health workers spread across the US, even in rural areas

Canada’s proactive policies reduce drug shortages far more effectively than the U.S.

Can olfactory loss predict disease? Study ties loss of smell to 139 health conditions

Paid sick leave is up for a vote in three states

Families who ate together more often during the pandemic had more positive interactions

For kids and teens, extra weight could mean a higher chance of long COVID

Study finds nirmatrelvir-ritonavir reduces severe COVID-19 and long COVID risks in high-risk patients

For people with opioid addiction, Medicaid ‘unwinding’ raises the stakes

One in four healthy young Marines report long-term physical, cognitive, or psychiatric effects after mild COVID-19

Black Americans still suffer worse health. Here’s why there’s so little progress

Expanded access to weight-loss drugs could save thousands of lives

Study reveals the impact of malicious bots on public health communication during COVID-19

Political polarization poses serious risks to public health

Masks and smart seating cut COVID-19 risks on flights, review finds

Aerobic exercise boosts cognitive function and quality of life in breast cancer patients

Low-carb diet may improve beta-cell function in type 2 diabetes patients

Floor swabbing offers new insights for COVID-19 monitoring

Altered breathing in those without a sense of smell could explain health issues

New research uncovers how coronavirus evades immune defense

Small solutions for big problems in drug discovery and delivery

Professor Nancy Ip: Pioneering New Paths in Neurodegenerative Therapy

Utilizing process Raman in optimizing cultivated meat production

Coronavirus Disease COVID 19 News and Research

Latest Coronavirus Disease COVID 19 News and Research

Small solutions for big problems in drug discovery and delivery

Professor Nancy Ip: Pioneering New Paths in Neurodegenerative Therapy

Utilizing process Raman in optimizing cultivated meat production

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