Covid-19 Stories
Obesity Raises Risk Of COVID Infection By 34%: Study Says
The study suggests that obesity not only worsens the outcomes of COVID but also increases the risk for infection upon exposure. 
Your Mindset Could Shape Vaccine Response, Side Effects After COVID-19 Vaccination: Study
Researchers found that the overall vaccine experience, including the immune response and side effects, may be shaped by your beliefs and assumptions about the vaccine. 
Higher Incidence Of Mental Illness After Severe COVID In Unvaccinated Adults, Says Study
The study suggests that elevated incidence of mental illnesses after COVID-19 infection was mainly observed among cases where there were hospitalizations. The risk remained high for up to a year following severe COVID-19 in unvaccinated individuals. 
Kids Get Less Severe COVID-19 Compared To Adults; Here's Why
The researchers say children's frequent exposure to respiratory infections is responsible for their heightened innate immunity. 
Cannabis Use Nearly Doubles Risk Of Severe COVID Infection, Hospitalization: Study
The study results showed that cannabis users had an 80% increased risk of hospitalization and a 27% increased risk of ICU admission. 
COVID-19 Exposure In Womb Or As Newborn May Elevate Children's Social, Breathing Issues
The study investigated if exposure to COVID-19 during pregnancy or right after birth has a long-term impact on the development and breathing of babies. 
COVID Vaccine May Help Heart Failure Patients Live Longer: Study
Getting vaccinated against COVID-19 can improve the longevity of heart failure patients by 82% compared to those who are unvaccinated. 
Metformin Reduces COVID-19 Hospitalizations, Long COVID: Study
The study revealed that metformin can reduce the amount of COVID-19 virus in the body and lower the risk of viral rebound. 
No Link Between COVID-19 Virus And Asthma Risk In Kids, Says Study
Since respiratory viral infections are known to increase asthma risk in young children, researchers of a new study investigated if contracting the SARS-COV-2 virus could bring in a similar outcome, and determined no association exists between the two. 
Study Says 'Double Jointed' People At Higher Risk Of Long COVID
The study published in the journal BMJ indicated that individuals with hypermobile joints had a 30% higher chance of not fully recovering from COVID-19 and experiencing persistent fatigue associated with long COVID. 
COVID-19 Virus Lingers In The Body More Than A Year After Infection: Studies
The studies showed that COVID antigens lingered in the blood up to 14 months after infection and more than two years in tissue samples of people who had the infection. 
Timing Of COVID-19 Shot Can Affect Menstrual Cycle Length: Study
Those individuals who receive a COVID-19 vaccine during the first half of their menstrual cycle are more likely to experience cycle length changes than those receiving a vaccine in the latter half. 
Older Adults Should Get COVID Booster Shot This Spring, CDC Says
The current booster dose is meant for older adults at least four months after a previous dose, or at least three months after a COVID-19 infection. 
Vaping May Raise Susceptibility To COVID-19, Study Warns
The study found that typical ingredients of the vaping liquid -propylene glycol/vegetable glycerin- alone or with the use of nicotine enhanced susceptibility to COVID-19 infection. 
COVID Vaccines Linked To Slight Increase In Heart And Brain Issues: Large-Scale Study
The researchers cautioned that the study found only associations with adverse health effects and it does not prove that these issues are caused by the vaccines.
