Raccoon dog DNA from Wuhan market supports the idea that COVID came from animals By Nicoletta Lanese published 17 March 23 Newly-released genetic data suggests raccoon dogs carrying SARS-CoV-2 may have been at the Huanan Seafood Wholesale Market in late 2019.
COVID pandemic had 'minimal' effect on mental health, study says. Is that true? By Stephanie Pappas published 15 March 23 A new study finds that COVID-19 had minimal mental health impacts on the population, consistent with other research suggesting that people are resilient.
In a first, zoo lion transmits COVID-19 to its keepers By Harry Baker published 9 March 23 An elderly lion in an Indiana zoo transmitted COVID-19 to the zookeepers who handfed the severely ill big cat. It is the first recorded time a zoo animal has passed the virus to a human.
1st at-home test for flu and COVID authorized by FDA, but its maker is bankrupt By Nicoletta Lanese published 1 March 23 The Food and Drug Administration authorized a new test that detects SARS-CoV-2, influenza A and influenza B.
COVID-19 linked to 40% increase in autoimmune disease risk in huge study By Carissa Wong published 22 February 23 COVID-19 may substantially increase the risk of developing autoimmune disease, a huge study of health records found.
Long COVID: 3 years on, here's what we know so far By Anna Gora published 13 February 23 Researchers are beginning to understand some of the potential causes of long COVID and are investigating treatments for the complex condition.
One-and-done injection halves risk of COVID hospitalization in large trial By Nicoletta Lanese published 8 February 23 An injectable interferon drug significantly reduced the risk that people with COVID-19 would be hospitalized with the disease.
COVID-19 is a leading cause of death among US children and teens, study shows By Nicoletta Lanese published 30 January 23 An analysis of mortality data shows that COVID-19 ranks as a leading cause of death among children and teens.
The 'Kraken' COVID subvariant: What to know about quickly rising omicron descendant By Nicoletta Lanese published 9 January 23 Here's what you need to know about the omicron subvariant XBB.1.5, which is causing an increasing number of COVID-19 cases in the U.S.
A new omicron subvariant is spreading in China. Here's what we know so far. By Manal Mohammed published 15 December 22 BF.7 is a new version of the coronavirus SARS-CoV-2 that's driving a surge of infection in China.
The coronavirus infects fat cells, study shows By Nicoletta Lanese published 23 September 22 Research shows that SARS-CoV-2 infects fat cells and certain immune cells in fat.
Should you get the new COVID-19 booster shot? Here's everything you need to know. By Nicoletta Lanese published 12 September 22 The updated COVID-19 boosters guard against omicron subvariants.
FDA authorizes updated COVID-19 boosters By Nicoletta Lanese last updated 31 August 22 The FDA approved new COVID-19 boosters that guard against omicron subvariants.
Severe COVID-19 may cause similar cognitive deficits as 20 years of aging By Nicoletta Lanese published 4 May 22 People hospitalized for COVID-19 showed cognitive impairments.
Should you get a second booster shot for COVID-19? By Nicoletta Lanese published 4 April 22 Is getting a second booster worth it?
Coronavirus variants: Facts about omicron, delta and other COVID-19 mutants By Rachael Rettner published 23 March 22 Here's a look at the science behind COVID-19 variants, such as omicron and delta, and which coronavirus mutants are the most concerning in different areas.
Quick guide: Most widely used COVID-19 vaccines and how they work By Nicoletta Lanese published 22 March 22 Learn about the most widely used COVID-19 vaccines.
'Stealth' omicron cases rising in the US: Here's what we know. By Nicoletta Lanese published 16 March 22 BA.2 is steadily becoming more common in the U.S.
What are the symptoms of COVID-19? By Stephanie Pappas published 15 March 22 Here are the most common COVID-19 symptoms for adults, kids, vaccinated individuals and omicron-variant infections.
What is a coronavirus? By Nicoletta Lanese published 14 March 22 Coronaviruses infect birds and mammals, including humans.
