A potential concern during the covid19 pandemic. Low cholesterol, viral immunity, and risks associated with an earlier death. These studies are not specific to the new coronavirus, but to other infectious respiratory viral diseases (and in all cause mortality). Patients taking a cholesterol lowering statin had 38-67% lower titers for influenza which indicates an immunosuppressant effect on […]
Are people with diabetes more likely to get COVID-19?
Are people with diabetes more likely to get COVID-19? This is quoted directly from the diabetes.org website: There is not enough data to show whether people with diabetes are more likely to get COVID-19 than the general population. The problem people with diabetes face is primarily a problem of worse outcomes, not greater chance of […]
Some Medications May Increase Risk Of Serious Problems and Death In Corona Virus
WARNING! Certain Medications May Increase Risk Of Serious Problems and Death In Corona Virus Infections <Research> This article calls into question certain medications as significantly increasing the risk of a severe problem or death with the corona virus. It specifically mentions some diabetes medications, high blood pressure medications, and NSAIDs including ibuprofen. According to the […]
The Corona Virus, Texarkana
The Corona Virus’ Impact On The US and Texarkana. The corona virus situation is obviously very concerning. Many people are very frightened about it. The media is driving a lot of fear right now. The reality is that many people in the US will probably end up getting it. The good news is that by […]
Pain Relievers and Low Testosterone Warning
3 commonly used over the counter pain relievers associated with hypogonadism and low testosterone. Some summary points from the article… Many people falsely believe that just because a medication is available over the counter that it’s completely safe and without risk. There is no doubt that this is not true as this article about pain […]
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