Arrhythmia genes more common than previously thought
By sequencing known genes associated with cardiac arrhythmia risk in more than 20,000 people without an indication for genetic testing, scientists were able to identify […]
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The effect of Omicron mutations at the fundamental atomic scale level
In a recent study posted to the bioRxiv* preprint server, researchers analyzed the effects of mutations of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus-2 (SARS-CoV-2) Omicron variant […]
Read moreMost people with prior SARS-CoV-2 infection or vaccination have T cell immune responses against Omicron variant: study
When an individual is infected with the COVID-19–causing virus SARS-CoV-2, the immune system is called into action to produce antibodies and T cells that target […]
Read moreWhat the ‘Active Grandparent Hypothesis’ can tell us about ageing well
Why is physical activity so good for us as we age? According to a novel new theory about exercise, evolution and aging, the answer lies, […]
Read moreStudy explores wastewater surveillance of US military installations to mitigate the spread of SARS-CoV-2
A recent study posted to the medRxiv* pre-print server investigated the application of wastewater surveillance of seagoing military vessels and U.S. coast guard installations to […]
Read moreCoronavirus: Four warning signs of long Covid – new official criteria
Long Covid victim discusses daily impact of virus We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you’ve consented to and to improve our understanding […]
Read moreUpdated Endometriosis Guidelines: Less Laparoscopy, More Hormone Therapy
Updated guidelines for the management and treatment of endometriosis reflect changes in clinical practice to guide clinician and patient decision-making, according to a statement from […]
Read morePromoting resilience in health-care workers aim of new grant
After two years of wearing layers of protective equipment on crowded hospital floors and working shift after shift with COVID-19 patients, many front-line health-care workers […]
Read moreClean indoor air would do more than help us fight COVID, it would help us concentrate
Sometimes the best things you can do are invisible. Such as fighting cholera by ensuring drinking water wasn’t contaminated by sewage, as happened in London […]
Read moreColorado’s COVID cases still high, but not unprecedented
Colorado’s COVID-19 numbers are no longer unprecedented, but they’re still high enough that it’s wise to keep masks handy for a while, a member of […]
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