Collagen stiffness plays role in asthma, could lead to targeted treatment
A new study finds that manipulating the stiffness of the collagen-based support structure of airway cells could lead to a new treatment for asthma. The study...
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Single-shot COVID-19 vaccine generates robust immune responses against COVID-19 variants
In the three months since Johnson & Johnson’s COVID-19 vaccine received emergency use authorization from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, more than 10 million Americans...
Common diabetes drug shows promise as treatment for COVID-19 lung inflammation
Metformin is a widely prescribed blood sugar-lowering drug. It is often used as an early therapy (in combination with diet and lifestyle changes) for type 2...
Researchers study thought process behind revealing Alzheimer’s test results
If you tested positive for a biomarker of Alzheimer’s disease, whom would you tell? Why?
Cough can run in family
A family history of cough increases the risk of both the onset and persistence of cough, according to the Ph.D. study of Anne Lätti. One in...
Drug used to reduce blood sugar in diabetic patients can benefit hearts
A drug used to treat people living with Type 2 diabetes could also help improve their heart function, according to new research.
Aspirin does not improve survival for patients hospitalized with COVID-19
The RECOVERY trial was established as a randomized clinical trial to test a range of potential treatments for patients hospitalized with COVID-19.
Study tracks the spread of COVID-19 in Sweden
During the pandemic, the free COVID Symptom Study app has helped researchers understand the complexity and spread of the corona virus better.
Warmer temperatures lessen COVID-19 spread, but control measures still needed
New research shows transmission of the virus behind COVID-19 varies seasonally, but warmer conditions are not enough to prevent transmission.
To improve health, quality of life for long-term care residents: Sit less, move more
Sitting around is a known risk factor for disease and disability. Yet, when older adults start to lose independence—becoming less functional physically or showing signs of...
