Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes

Long COVID in children: What parents and teachers need to know

As we learn more about COVID-19, the accepted narratives about it are constantly being challenged. Initially it was said that children aren't seriously affected by the virus. But while acute infections in children do tend ...

Medications

Trial finds no overall effect of statins on muscle pain

A trial published by The BMJ today finds no overall effect of statins on the frequency or severity of muscle symptoms compared with placebo in people who had previously reported severe muscle symptoms when taking statins.

Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes

How research on chronic illnesses will improve COVID-19 treatment

A new paper in Oxford Open Immunology, published by Oxford University Press, examines prior findings in the field of neuroimmunology that suggest potential treatment strategies for patients suffering long-term symptoms from ...

Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes

Case report of potential 'long COVID' in children

COVID-19 has been linked to an increased risk of death and morbidity, particularly in the elderly population and in people who belong to risk groups. The disease tends to have a milder course in children. Although it is known ...

Psychology & Psychiatry

Depression linked to bowel conditions

A new study has found depression is more common among people with Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis in the years before they are diagnosed.

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