UK health authorities give the nod for Merck antiviral COVID-19 treatment
Known as molnupiravir, the drug is still awaiting review with regulators within the U.S. as well as other nations.
Exposure to forest fires during pregnancy linked to low birth weight in newborns
The findings were posted in eLife.
New study uncovers solitude during pandemic led to positive effects on well-being
The study was conducted by researchers at the University of Reading.
FDA taps Pfizer to distribute COVID-19 vaccinations for young children in newest approval
The new distribution order may place more than 20 million children on the path toward vaccination.
Study suggests green tea catechins EGCG and ECG may boost oxidative stress
The authors publicized their findings in the journal Aging.
Cigarette smoking may have surged during the COVID-19 pandemic
The research was shown in the journal Annals of Internal Medicine.
Electronic cigarettes are not effective at reducing the risk of relapse of cigarette smoking
More than 13,000 participants had been included.
Filling half of a child’s plate with fruits and veggies can increase its consumption
The findings were publicized in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition.
Researchers test new type of TMPRSS2 inhibitors for inhibiting COVID-19 infection
The compound is said to work by targeting and inhibiting the protein transmembrane serine protease 2.
Merck seeks FDA authorization for antiviral drug treatment molnupiravir
The FDA is set to review its authorization within the next few weeks.
Osmophobia more common in patients with migraine headaches than previously known
The study was conducted by researchers at the Italian Aldo Moro University.
Research shows how human olfactory system resembles that of insects
The research team unraveled similarities between the human olfactory system and that of insects.