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Thinking about Zinc

Many people are seeking to boost their immune systems with zinc to help guard against COVID. Here's what this mineral can and can't do. >

Does Your Mask Have the Right Stuff?

Engineers tested different types of face masks to see how well they prevented the spread of respiratory droplets. >

Doctors Weigh in on Chloroquine

As a treatment for COVID-19 hydroxychloroquine is questionable and a danger to some. And then there are the lupus patients who need it. >

Stay on the Sunny Side of COVID-19

Vitamin D is known as the sunshine vitamin. A deficiency seems to put people at greater risk of contracting Coronavirus. >

Breastfeeding's Anti-Viral Effect

Breastfeeding, even a little, reduces the accumulation of dangerous viruses in babies' digestive tracts. >

The Hunt for a COVID-19 Vaccine

A vaccine that stimulates the immune system is creating immunity to COVID-19 in mice. >

Curbing COVID-19

Scientists are looking at the best ways to curtail the spread of the current novel coronavirus, COVID-19. Here's what seems to have worked. >

Acne Treatment Lags for Non-Whites

People of color get acne, too. You might never know it, though, looking at the data on prescriptions for acne medications. >

Inflammation and the Unborn

Diabetes, obesity and hypertension create low-grade, chronic inflammation that can cause neurodevelopmental problems in the unborn. >

Household Cleaners As Asthma Triggers

Cleaning sprays are hard on babies, especially if they are scented. They stay in the air for hours and are linked to childhood asthma. >

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