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Smoking Increases COVID-19 Severity
Smoking weakens the lungs and increases the risk of severe illness from a coronavirus infection. Nicotine also affects receptors, making it easier for the virus
Salt-rich diet weakens immune system.
A new study has found that consuming too much salt weakens the immune system, making it more difficult for the body to fight off bacterial
Inhalable drug inhibits coronavirus replication.
A new drug has been found to significantly inhibit the replication of the coronavirus in animal testing and human cell cultures. Due to the specific
New gene scissors work on coronavirus.
A new gene-editing tool has been developed that can manipulate RNA-based structures, including the coronavirus. The previous CRISPR/Cas9 method was limited to DNA. The CRISPR/Cas9
COVID-19 hits events industry hard.
The coronavirus outbreak has caused the cancellation of 162 trade fairs and major events in Germany, resulting in a loss of at least €470 million
Low Blood Pressure Increases Senior Mortality
A low blood pressure of 130/80 mmHg or less increases the risk of mortality in seniors, according to a study analyzing health data from 415,980
COVID Vaccine: Scientists Decode Virus
In the midst of the global pandemic caused by the novel coronavirus, scientists around the world are working tirelessly to find a cure and an
Ancient Babies Reveal Unique Death Ritual
Archaeological excavations in Ecuador have revealed a unique burial ritual that involved placing the heads of deceased babies and toddlers inside larger skulls before burial.
AI detects Covid-19 through breath
Swiss scientists from the ETH Lausanne (EPFL) have developed two artificial intelligence (AI) systems that can detect Covid-19. The DeepChest AI uses ultrasound images of
Dementia patients benefit from quiz games.
Researchers have found evidence that simple quiz games and letter puzzles have a significant positive impact on people with dementia. In a pilot study conducted
