New research has found that the most reliable indicators of willingness to be vaccinated against…
Significant Spread of All Coronavirus Variants Tracked in Houston Area
In late 2020, several concerning SARS-CoV-2 variants emerged globally. They are believed to be more…
Patients Who Are Overweight or Obese at Risk of More Severe COVID-19
Patients who are overweight or obese have more severe COVID-19 and are highly likely to…
Two Distinct Types of COVID-19-Associated Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome Identified
Approximately one in four patients hospitalized for the acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) associated with…
Discovery of Epigenetic Factors Predicting the Severity of COVID-19
The COVID-19 disease due to infection by the SARS-CoV2 virus has changed the behavior patterns…
Early Cannabis Use Linked to Heart Disease
Smoking cannabis when you’re young may increase your risk of developing heart disease later, according…
People Want to Improve Mental Health by Exercising, but Stress and Anxiety Get in the Way
New research from McMaster University suggests the pandemic has created a paradox where mental health…
“Look Before You Leap:” Cardiologists Warn About the Risks of Vaping
Electronic cigarette (EC) use, or vaping, has both gained incredible popularity and generated tremendous controversy,…
THC and CBD Content on Labels of Medicinal Cannabis Products May Not Be Accurate
Medical cannabis products are not always what they seem, according to a new study led…
Living in a Majority-Black Neighborhood Linked to Severe Maternal Morbidity
Residents in majority-Black neighborhoods experience higher rates of severe pregnancy-related health problems than those living…
