(Newswise)–As the coronavirus has affected more than 30 million people globally, researchers have increasingly focused on the extent to which airborne respiratory droplets carrying the virus travel and contaminate the […]

(Newswise)–Although the lungs are a common target for COVID-19’s cytokine storm, so are the kidneys, making the 1 in 4 U.S. adults with diabetes resulting in diabetic kidney disease at increased risk […]

(Newswise)–Certain oral antiseptics and mouthwashes may have the ability to inactivate human coronaviruses, according to a Penn State College of Medicine research study. The results indicate that some of these products might […]

(Newswise)–The prescription of potentially inappropriate medications to older adults is linked to increased hospitalizations, and it costs patients, on average, more than $450 per year, according to a new University […]

SAN DIEGO–County health officials are urging San Diegans to get vaccinated against the flu, which is especially important this year considering the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. The County has ramped up […]

ESCONDIDO–Palomar Health Foundation, a non-profit organization that provides philanthropic support to Palomar Health, has selected two new members to its Board of Directors.  At a September 29 meeting, the board […]

OCEANSIDE–Tri-City Medical Center has earned eight certifications and awards from the American Heart and Stroke Association, including three Gold Plus Performance Achievement Awards for stroke care, heart care, and resuscitation quality. […]

(Newswise)–A new study found that continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) treatment at night can lower daytime resting heart rates in patients with prediabetes who have obstructive sleep apnea, reducing their […]

SAN DIEGO–A recent analysis of San Diego County data revealed that San Diegans are waiting an average of 3.5 days after symptoms develop before they get a COVID-19 test. The […]

(Newswise)–Vaccines currently being developed for Covid-19 should not be affected by recent mutations in the virus, according to a new study involving a University of York virologist. Most vaccines under […]