Engineered mice reveal how Omicron subvariant BA.5 is more virulent
New research used engineered mice to compare SARS-COV-2 omicron subvariants and found one of them – BA.5 – was more virulent likely due to its ability to rapidly replicate early…
COVID drug molnupiravir appears to be driving SARS-CoV-2 to mutate and evolve
Molnupiravir, an antiviral drug used to treat patients with COVID-19, appears to be driving SARS-CoV-2 to mutate and evolve, with some of these new viruses being transmitted onwards, a new…
Future-proof vaccine candidate protects against wide range of coronaviruses
Studies of a 'future-proof' vaccine candidate have shown that just one antigen can be modified to provide a broadly protective immune response in animals.
Ethnicity plays a key role in determining woman’s type 2 diabetes risk after early menopause
University of Queensland research has found ethnicity plays a significant role in determining a woman's risk of developing type 2 diabetes after early menopause.
Ham and Cheese Frittata
This content originally appeared here. Republished with permission.This ham and cheese frittata is an absolutely delicious and healthy breakfast, made in a skillet with just a handful of simple, whole…
Night Owls Have Significantly Higher Diabetes Risk, Study Says
By Don Rauf Going to sleep late at night may have a significant negative impact on your health. A new study has found that “night owls” who head to bed late…
Covid Season Is Back — Do You Need a Booster?
COVID infections are once again on the rise in the United States, and the disease remains a special concern for people with diabetes. Here’s what you should know: COVID Is…
Comprehensive insulin signalling map shows interplay between genes and diet
Researchers have produced a comprehensive picture of insulin signalling in mice and suggest that it is shaped by entangled effects of genetics and diet.
Both high-protein and normal-protein diets are effective for T2D management
New findings indicate that the type of protein in the diet is not as important as the overall amount of weight loss for those with Type 2 diabetes. 106 adults…
‘Night owls’ more likely than ‘early birds’ to develop diabetes
A new study has an important message for people who consider themselves night owls. Investigators from Brigham and Women's Hospital, a founding member of the Mass General Brigham healthcare system,…