Health
Vitamin D3, but not D2, linked to improved immunity
Researchers recently investigated the genetic effects of the two forms of vitamin D: D2…
Will Omicron BA.2 become the next dominant variant?
The rapid outbreak of the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus-2 (SARS-CoV-2) has resulted in…
Individuals considered physically attractive may boast stronger immune systems
In a new study, individuals rated as attractive had higher rates of phagocytosis of…
Climate change, extreme weather may have complex effects on disease transmission
RESEARCHERS predict that climate change will increase the Earth’s mean temperature, cause temperature fluctuations,…
Omicron: What do we know about the ‘stealth variant’?
A new version of the Omicron variant of SARS-CoV-2, known as BA.2, has emerged. Although…
Omicron: What do we know about the ‘stealth variant’?
A new version of the Omicron variant of SARS-CoV-2, known as BA.2, has emerged.…
Covid-19 and disordered eating: How the pandemic has impacted eating habits
Over the past 2 years, the COVID-19 pandemic has caused many physical and emotional…
Researchers able to use enzymes to convert an organ to match an O blood type
This was a proof-of-concept study that involved lungs that were not suitable for transplantation.…
Exercising after a vaccine may safely boost antibodies
New research finds that exercising after a vaccine could boost antibodies. Brendon Thorne/Bloomberg via…
How does caffeine reduce heart disease risk?
Scientists are beginning to understand why caffeine protects against heart disease. Roland Beerli/Getty ImagesA…
