A new study has found that some antivirals are useful for more than helping sick people get better — they…
Study finds COVID-19 convalescent plasma therapy safe, with 76 percent patients improving
The first convalescent plasma transfusion trial results from Houston Methodist have been released. Of the study’s 25 patients, 19 have…
Pre-COVID-19 poll of older adults hints at potential impact of pandemic on eating habits
Few shopped for groceries online, and self-rating of healthy eating was higher among those who dined alone or at restaurants…
A better model for neutrophil-related diseases
Neutrophils are critical immune cells for antimicrobial defense, but they can exacerbate a number of diseases, perhaps including COVID-19. The…
An important new tool for developing COVID-19 treatments, vaccines
Scientists have a new resource to help them better understand COVID-19 as they develop treatments and vaccines.
Gene found that causes eyes to wither in cavefish
In a new study led by University of Maryland researchers, scientists discovered a gene that prevents blood flow to blind…
Get it over with, or procrastinate? New research explores our decision-making process
When it’s time to schedule a vacation, most people will do it right away. But when it comes to booking…
Some people are easily addicted to drugs, but others are not
Researchers have discovered that dopamine D2 receptors (DRD2s) in cholinergic interneurons (ChINs) play a crucial role in cocaine addiction.
Hoarseness in a Patient with Hydropneumothorax
Hoarseness is a general term used to describe any change in the quality of a person’s voice that may be…
Transient Epileptic Amnesia: Under-Diagnosed but Treatable Cause of Memory Dysfunction
Transient epileptic amnesia is an under-diagnosed cause of memory loss1,2, sometimes mistaken for dementia, particularly if a history of recurrent…