Gene protection for COVID-19 identified
The first evidence of a genetic link explaining why some people who catch Covid-19 don't become sick has been discovered A scientific and medical team led by Newcastle University, UK,…
COVID-19 pandemic has had significant impact on the mental health of adolescents
New York, NY, June 3, 2021 -- A study of over 59,000 Icelandic adolescents by a team of Icelandic and North American behavioral and social scientists found that COVID-19 has…
New study into green tea’s potential to help tackle COVID-19
As India continues to be ravaged by the pandemic, a Swansea University academic is investigating how green tea could give rise to a drug capable of tackling Covid-19. Dr Suresh…
Bacteria are connected to how babies experience fear
EAST LANSING, Mich. - New research from MSU shows that an infant's gut microbiome could contain clues to help monitor and support healthy neurological development Why do some babies react…
Social identity within the anti-vaccine movement
A study of more than 1,000 demographically representative participants found that about 22 percent of Americans self-identify as anti-vaxxers, and tend to embrace the label as a form of social…
MicroRNAs may contribute to atherogenesis in a cell-type-dependent manner
Researchers at the University of Eastern Finland have uncovered potential mechanisms by which microRNAs (miRNA) drive atherogenesis in a cell-type-specific manner. Published in the Arteriosclerosis, Thrombosis, and Vascular Biology journal, the study…
Growing evidence fruit may lower type 2 diabetes risk
Eating at least two serves of fruit daily has been linked with 36 percent lower odds of developing type 2 diabetes, a new Edith Cowan University (ECU) study has found.…
Metal ions help COVID-19 virus to disguise itself
SAN ANTONIO (June 2, 2021) -- Scientists from The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio have discovered a mechanism by which SARS-CoV-2 exploits changes in metal ion…
Fish oil taken during pregnancy boosts brain function in children at age 10
Under embargo until Thursday 3 June, 23:30 UK time / 18:30 US Eastern time Peer-reviewed observational study in people Prior Covid-19 infection reduces infection risk for up to 10 months…
Prior COVID-19 infection reduces infection risk for up to 10 months
Under embargo until Thursday 3 June, 23:30 UK time / 18:30 US Eastern time Peer-reviewed observational study in people Prior Covid-19 infection reduces infection risk for up to 10 months…
Researchers find evidence that diet can alter the microbiome to affect breast cancer risk
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. - June 03, 2021 - When people think of microbiome, they typically think about the gut, but there's also a breast microbiome, and the role it plays in…
Milk makeover: A great start for a healthy heart
A dash of milk could make all the difference to a healthy heart as new research from the University of South Australia finds that people who regularly consume milk have…
How to obtain immune bovine milk to strengthen the body against COVID-19
Physiologically, milk contains biocomponents that are highly protective against infections. In light of this, the AGR-149-Infectious Diseases group at the University of Cordoba's Department of Animal Health is doing research…
70-year-old coffee-killing fungus brought back to life to fight the disease
Researchers have re-animated specimens of a fungus that causes coffee wilt to discover how the disease evolved and how its spread can be prevented. Coffee Wilt Disease is caused by…
Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine recipients have lower antibody levels targeting the Delta variant
Levels of antibodies in the blood of vaccinated people that are able to recognise and fight the new SARS-CoV-2 Delta variant first discovered in India (B.1.617.2) are on average lower…
Athletic competition after COVID
MEMPHIS, Tenn. - Cardiovascular imaging demonstrated no evidence of myocardial injury or myocarditis in athletes after COVID-19 infection, according to a research letter published in Circulation by Le Bonheur Children's Hospital and…
The dream team: Scientists find drug duo that may cure COVID-19 together
COVID-19 continues to claim lives across the world and is infecting millions more. Although several vaccines have recently become available, making significant strides towards preventing COVID-19, what about the treatment…
Natural food supplement may relieve anxiety
https://youtu.be/j0otXoWdGqw Natural food supplement may relieve anxietyMoreover, the mice receiving beta-sitosterol did not exhibit any of the side effects that might be expected from antianxiety medications -- their locomotion was…
Low levels of omega-3 associated with higher risk of psychosis
New research has found that adolescents with higher levels of an omega-3 fatty acid in their blood were less likely to develop psychotic disorder in early adulthood, suggesting that it…
Corruption in healthcare worsens the health of patients and the quality of nutrition
Bribery in the public healthcare does not solve the problem of poor quality of services, and even exacerbates it, researchers argue. The same can be said about the well-being of…
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