Health
New, more infectious SARS-CoV-2 variant does not cause worse symptoms
RESEARCH shows that a new variant of SARS-CoV-2, which is now the dominant form of…
Covid-19 and facemasks: To wear or not to wear?
MANY countries around the world recommend that people wear masks in public as part of…
What are non-medical factors closely linked to death risk?
A new study has recently identified the top 10 social and behavioral traits associated with…
Metabolites in urine point the way to healthy diet
AFTER examining the link between metabolites in urine and overall health, researchers created a 5-minute…
MMR vaccine could prevent worst symptoms of Covid-19
THE MMR (measles, mumps, rubella) vaccine could help to prevent inflammation in Covid-19, which is…
Synthetic antibody could prevent and treat Covid-19
Using a mouse model, researchers have recently shown that a synthetic antibody could neutralize SARS-CoV-2.…
Covid-19 shows weak points in global food system
A new analysis argues for the need to address food insecurity by recognizing the interconnected…
Eye scanner can detect molecular aging
An eye scanner that Boston University Medical School developed can detect molecular aging in people.…
Why are some people at greater risk of severe Covid-19?
A new study explores the interactions between airway cells and immune cells at the molecular…
Strong muscles may support the immune system
A new study in mice has revealed that muscle mass may help maintain a strong…
