In a recent study published within the journal Nature Communications, researchers used blood and airway sampling of morbidly obese individuals and murine models to elucidate the mechanisms underpinning severe cases of influenza among the many obese population. Study: Obesity dysregulates the pulmonary antiviral immune response. Image Credit: Jarun Ontakrai/Shutterstock.com Background Their findings reveal that obesity induces deficits […]
In a recent study published in Nature’s Scientific Reports, a team of scientists investigated aspects corresponding to cardiopulmonary fitness, body composition, and long-term symptoms related to coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) sequelae in individuals who had recovered from severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) infections. Study: Body composition and cardiorespiratory fitness of chubby COVID-19 survivors in […]
In a recent study published within the JAMA Network Open Journal, researchers examined the utilization of wearable devices amongst individuals who’ve or are in danger for heart problems (CVD). Study: Use of Wearable Devices in Individuals With or at Risk for Cardiovascular Disease within the US, 2019 to 2020. Image Credit: LordBeard/Shutterstock.com Background Wearable devices are being […]