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Scientists Discover Protein in the Lungs That Blocks COVID-19 Infection – “Natural Protective Barrier” SciTechDailyAustralian scientists discover a protein in the lungs that can BLOCK the Covid virus GBNewsScientists May Have Figured…

The protein could potentially predict future cancer death and diabetes risk.A Swedish investigation of nearly 4,000 individuals over 22 years found that those with prostasin blood levels in the top quartile were 76% more likely to…

This image shows the SARS-CoV-2 virus’s main protease, Mpro, and two strands of a human protein, called NEMO. One NEMO strand (blue) has been cut by Mpro, and the other NEMO strand (red) is in the process of being cut by Mpro. Without…

Story at a glance  Alzheimer’s disease affects 5 million people in the U.S., according to data from 2020. Researchers are working to understand the various risk factors that may contribute to developing the disease.…

Eating a diet rich in protein and iron while avoiding shampoos that contain potentially hair-damaging chemicals can help men avoid hair loss, experts say. Massick (pictured) said that hair loss often starts along the hairline,…

Are protein bars good for you? They’ve certainly become popular as an easy, go-to snack on the way to or from the gym, and for those days when you don’t have time for a meal. They can even be used as an aid to help weight loss. But are…

A sturdier spike protein may be the secret to the new COVID-19 variants' ability to spread faster than the original strain, according to a new study.Led by Prof. Bing Chen, a professor of pediatrics at Boston Children's…