Sunnier Areas Have Lower COVID-19 Death Rates
New research suggests the sun’s UV rays might somehow provide some protection against the disease. Source: Medical News
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You Have Fungi in Your Lungs, and That's OK
People can breathe easy knowing these species are for the most part harmless, scientists say. Source: Medical News
NIH Looking Into Rare Allergic Reactions to COVID Vaccines
Researchers will look at the biological mechanism causing the reactions and whether there is a way to predict who is at most risk. Source: Medical News
'Heart-in-a-Box' Can Be Lifesaver From Distant Donors
The portable device mimics how the heart would act within the human body. Source: Medical News
Women More Prone to Concussion's Long-Term Harms
After a concussion, women may be at heightened risk of lasting physical and mental symptoms, a new study finds. Source: Medical News
Black Women Dying of COVID at Higher Rates Than White Men
COVID death rates among Black men are far higher than for any other sex and racial group. Source: Medical News
Why Do New Cancer Diagnoses Rise at Age 65?
A sudden jump in cancer cases among Americans at age 65 may be due to the fact that many older adults delay care until they have Medicare coverage. Source: Medical News
1 in 3 Have Neurological, Psychiatric Problems Post-COVID
The findings suggest a link between COVID-19 and a higher risk for later mental health and neurological disorders, researchers report. Source: Medical News
Arkansas Bans Transgender Medical Treatments for Youths
Arkansas has become the first state to pass a law prohibiting doctors from giving gender-affirming medical treatments to transgender youths. Source: Medical News
Men and Women Differ on Masks During, After COVID-19: Survey
More women than men plan to wear a mask due to COVID-19 as long as public health experts like those at the CDC recommend it, according to a survey conducted by WebMD. Source: Medical News