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A recent satellite analysis suggests that the COVID-19 lockdown is reducing two pollutants but increasing another.Share on PinterestA reduction in traffic appears to be having a double-edged effect on air pollution.With so many people working from home or sheltering in place, a reduction in automobile emissions is one potentially positive outcome of the pandemic, even…

A recent study shows that a significant number of people who develop coronavirus disease 19 (COVID-19) may experience serious cardiovascular complications. Moreover, some possible treatments of the respiratory disease could end up harming cardiovascular health.Share on PinterestA new study calls for maintained awareness of possible cardiovascular complications of COVID-19.As they assessed data from people who…

Dr. Yenting Chen is a board certified emergency medicine physician practicing at the Alta Bates Summit Medical Center emergency departments in Berkeley and Oakland, California. In this opinion piece, he discusses the importance of empathy when tackling misinformation during the COVID-19 pandemic. Share on PinterestDr. Yenting Chen is on the frontline in the war against…

A new study links a low intake of flavonoid-rich foods — such as berries, apples, and tea — with a higher risk of Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias.Share on PinterestA low intake of berries and tea may raise the risk of Alzheimer’s disease, a new study suggests.Experts predict that the number of people in the…

Research suggests that potato protein can increase the rate of protein production in the muscles.Share on PinterestNew research suggests that potato is a plant-based source of protein that can help maintain muscle. A new study suggests that protein derived from potatoes can be of high quality and help a person develop and maintain muscle mass.The…