In a new University of California, Irvine-led study, researchers have discovered how regulatory T cells (Treg) are instrumental in limiting […]
Scientists develop mathematical index to distinguish healthy microbiome from diseased
What causes some people to develop chronic diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis, cancer and metabolic syndrome while others stay healthy? […]
What to expect from a COVID-19 vaccine
One of the hottest topics around COVID-19 is the need for a vaccine for this new disease, which has had […]
Myanmar bans flights, travel from Yangon as virus spreads
Myanmar on Friday reimposed its toughest measures so far to control the spread of the coronavirus, banning travel out of […]
Circadian rhythms help guide waste from brain
New research details how the complex set of molecular and fluid dynamics that comprise the glymphatic system—the brain’s unique process […]
Neutralizing antibodies appear to protect humans from coronavirus infection
A Seattle fishing vessel that departed port in May returned 18 days later with an unusual haul: the first human […]
Calculating the reduction in worldwide deaths from liver cancer if the whole world drank more coffee
A team of researchers affiliated with multiple institutions across Australia has found that if everyone in the world drank at […]
A blood test could predict who benefits from immunotherapy
A test which detects changing levels of tumor fragments in the blood may be an easy, non-invasive and quick way […]
Face masks prevent you from spreading the coronavirus. But can they prevent you from catching it?
If you are reading this in the United States, you’re probably dwelling on the great mask debate—not about whether to […]
COVID-19 patients admitted from more deprived regions are at higher risk of intensive care admission
Black, Asian minority ethic patients with COVID-19 are more likely to be admitted to hospital from regions with higher levels […]