Tag Archives: Getting

People are getting reinfected with COVID-19. What that means for ‘herd immunity’ and vaccines

Article content continued “It very well might be very rare. But it very well might not be as rare as we think. We just need a better surveillance system for it.” From a public health perspective, “People who have had COVID-19 should behave and be treated as if they had not had the virus,” Pandori… Read More »

Which covid-19 treatments work and how close are we to getting more?

By Adam Vaughan Some preliminary results from drug trials show we can lower the risk of developing severe covid-19AFP via Getty Images As the World Health Organization (WHO) baldly reminds us, “there are no specific vaccines or treatments for COVID-19”. However, trials of treatments are taking place. Some have shown promise in helping those infected by calming… Read More »

Am I Getting Enough Zinc?

Learn how to increase your zinc intake naturally. If you’ve been fighting seasonal health issues this winter, you’ve probably noticed that many over the counter remedies for coughs and colds include the ingredient zinc. Research has shown that this nutrient may prove beneficial when it comes to keeping you well, promoting a strong immune response,… Read More »

Medical News Today: Heart health: Are women getting incorrect treatment?

Recent research suggests that ignoring sex-specific risk factors of heart disease has resulted in women having a higher risk of dying from heart failure than men. Share on PinterestDifferences between men and women may mean that the latter do not receive the right treatment for heart conditions. A review published in Nature Medicine reveals an… Read More »