Expert explains how COVID-19 stacks up with the pandemics of the past University of Virginia history professor Christian W. McMillen literally wrote the book on pandemics. Mar 23, 2020 0 4
From dentists to playdates: Tips on social distancing and COVID-19 Millions of people across the country are hunkering down in their homes in response to social distancing mandates designed to reduce spread of the novel coronavirus. Federal and state authorities are advising people to avoid ... Mar 23, 2020 0 1
Female mice respond differently to fasting, showing the importance of studying both sexes In response to short, six-hour fasts in mice, female mice put on more liver fat than males, but also seemed to be better at using it up, according to research published in The Journal of Physiology. This may be beneficial ... Mar 23, 2020 0 2
As COVID-19 cases increase, preventing a second heart attack or stroke is vital As hospitals, health professionals and healthcare systems, governments and leaders work to reduce community spread of the coronavirus in the U.S. and protect the most vulnerable individuals, the American Heart Association ... Mar 23, 2020 0 2
Emotions play key role on social media during outbreaks, study suggests Heading off a disease outbreak like COVID-19 means motivating people to assess their risk and alter their behavior, and yet the role of social media in that process is little understood. Mar 23, 2020 0 1
Insights into muscle function enhance our understanding of heart disease The mechanisms of muscle function are not completely understood on the molecular level. Magnus Andersson and his research team have revealed how a protein that regulate muscle relaxation undergoes structural change in the ... Mar 23, 2020 0 247
Be alert to diabetes risk During National American Diabetes Association Alert Day on March 24, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service experts are asking Texans and others to learn more about diabetes and their risk for the disease. Mar 23, 2020 0 1
No scientific evidence that COVID-19 is transmitted by mosquitoes and ticks At this time, there is no scientific evidence that COVID-19 is transmitted by mosquitoes and ticks, explained Texas A&M AgriLife experts. Mar 23, 2020 0 1
When should you go to the dentist during COVID-19's spread? Routine dental procedures are important to overall health. But with the continued spread of the COVID-19 virus, the novel coronavirus, the American Dental Association is recommending postponing elective dental procedures. Mar 23, 2020 0 13
Containment efforts appear to step COVID-19 spread down from exponential norm The actions many communities are taking to slow the spread of COVID-19 may be shrinking deaths in a pattern that brings together nature, art and math, according to a new study from the University of Michigan. Mar 23, 2020 0 58
