immunity
India’s Poor Hygiene Level Helps Protect Against COVID-19, Suggests Study
Though the country is among the worst affected by coronavirus, it has recorded one of the lowest death rates.
Here's What We Know About Coronavirus Antibodies. (Spoiler: It's Not Much.)
Even if doctors could reliably detect antibodies right now, too much is unknown about how immunity from COVID-19 actually works.
Chile's Going Ahead with the Coronavirus 'Release Certificates' the WHO Warned Against
An official stressed the planned COVID-19 cards would not certify immunity — despite the country’s top health official having previously pitched the scheme in those terms.
Sales of Natto Soar in Japan Due to Claims That It Fights Coronavirus
The soybean dish known as natto has an ammonia-like smell and stringy consistency—and it's selling unexpectedly well right now.
Cybersecurity Firm Drops Code for the Incredibly Dangerous Windows ‘BlueKeep’ Vulnerability
Researchers from U.S. government contractor Immunity have developed a working exploit for the feared Windows bug known as BlueKeep.
Why Being Stressed All the Time Can Make You Sick
Early-life stress is especially concerning, according to recent research.
What Is Vitiligo and Why Do People Develop It?
Winnie Harlow and Amy Deanna, models who have vitiligo, are defying the stigma associated with the skin condition but it’s still a burden for many people.
This Is What Happens to Your Body When it's Shocked by Freezing Water
People who take the polar bear plunge often talk of feeling invigorated, like they've downed a shot glass of pure energy.
Millions of Americans Have a Parasite and Don't Realize It
Very few people have even heard of Chagas disease, cysticercosis, toxocariasis, toxoplasmosis, or trichomoniasis.
Prescription Drugs Made Overseas Are a Risk to Your Health
The manufacture and distribution of medicines is a global industry, tainted by fake and substandard products. Not only might these drugs not work as expected, but some are even contributing to antimicrobial resistance.
Exactly What Happens to Your Body When You Catch the Flu
Most symptoms are actually caused by your immune system's response to the virus.
There Are More Than 380 Trillion Viruses in Your Body at Any Time
Viruses on your skin? Check. Viruses in your lungs? Check. Viruses in your pee? Check.