Millions of Americans struggle with long COVID, as new data reveals how income, geography, and gender amplify its debilitating effects. Research Letter: Prevalence of Post–COVID-19 Condition and Activity-Limiting Post–COVID-19 Condition Among Adults. Image Credit: p.ill.i / Shutterstock In a recent study published in JAMA Network Open, researchers from the Centers for Disease…

A longitudinal study reveals that distinct gut microbiome profiles during acute SARS-CoV-2 infection can predict long COVID risk, offering insights into symptom clusters and potential biomarkers. Study:  Gut Microbiome Signatures During Acute Infection Predict Long COVID . Image Credit: Dragana Gordic/Shutterstock.com *Important notice: bioRxiv publishes preliminary scientific reports that are…

The South showed the most significant decrease alongside high GLP-1RA dispensing rates, though uptake and other health factors remain complex Study: Changes in Adult Obesity Trends in the US. Image Credit: StockerThings/Shutterstock.com In a recent article published in JAMA Health Forum, researchers assessed trends in obesity and body mass index (BMI) across…

A comprehensive review uncovers the persistence of 22 viruses in human semen post-infection, highlighting implications for disease transmission, fertility, and future research priorities. Study:  Duration of viral persistence in human semen after acute viral infection: a systematic review . Image Credit: New Africa/Shutterstock.com In a recent study published in The Lancet…

High stress, heavy dependence, and mental health concerns shape the quitting journey for young adult e-cigarette users, emphasizing the need for targeted and supportive interventions. Study:  A Randomized Clinical Trial of a Quitline Vaping Cessation Intervention: Baseline Characteristics of Young Adult Exclusive E-Cigarette Users Seeking Treatment. Image Credit: xyfen…

Study reveals how vaccination reduces post-COVID risks across distinct subtypes, offering insights into personalized care and recovery strategies. Study: Refinement of post-COVID condition core symptoms, subtypes, determinants, and health impacts: a cohort study integrating real-world data and patient-reported outcomes. Image Credit: tilialucida / Shutterstock In a recent study published in the journal…

New research reveals a sharp rise in metastatic breast cancer rates, highlighting how age, race, and pandemic disruptions influence diagnosis and survival outcomes. Study: Surveillance, Epidemiology, and End Results Data Show Increasing Rates of Distant-Stage Breast Cancer at Presentation in U.S. Women. Image Credit: Chinnapong / Shutterstock A recent study published in…

New research uncovers how obesity amplifies long COVID risks and why smoking's impact may be limited to memory problems, providing fresh insights into post-COVID health challenges. Study: Influence of smoking and obesity on post-COVID-19 sequelae and risk of hospitalization. Image Credit: Kateryna Kon / Shutterstock In a recent study published in the…

With flu season upon us and coronavirus a persistent threat, Dartmouth researchers propose a new way of thinking about masking and social distancing rules that is more responsive to what people feel is necessary at a given time-;and may help increase cooperation. Based on game theory, the study breaks from the existing science by considering…

The availability of safe, effective covid vaccines less than a year into the pandemic marked a high point in the 300-year history of vaccination, seemingly heralding an age of protection against infectious diseases. Now, after backlash against public health interventions culminated in President-elect Donald Trump's nominating Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the country's best-known anti-vaccine activist,…