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“For example, some people with COVID-19 experience headaches, nausea, vomiting, or "brain fog" – indicators of neurological involvement. Evidence from a 2020 study suggests that SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, disrupts the blood-brain barrier.”

“Following SARS-CoV-2 infection, the immune system produces antibodies specific for the SARS-CoV-2 spike protein that prevent reinfection. However, research from early in the COVID-19 pandemic reported a rapid loss of these antibodies a few months after infection.”

“As the number of COVID-19 cases continues to increase globally, identifying strategies to reduce or prevent its spread is essential. Findings from a recent study indicate that ordinary healthcare products may be useful in reducing viral load of coronaviruses.”

“Additionally, the authors reported that participants who experienced the most severe cases of COVID-19 were more likely to report chronic symptoms of shortness of breath, fatigue, unexplained fever, neurological abnormalities, and others.”

“A new study found the SARS-CoV-2 virus was detectable in aerosols for up to 3 hrs, up to 24 hrs on cardboard and up to 2-3 days on plastic/stainless steel. This really highlights the importance of washing your hands and cleaning surfaces that are commonly used in households.”

“Of course, being young, absent of many risk factors, and experiencing less-severe forms of COVID-19 also contribute to a faster recovery from a disease, but the influence of physical fitness shouldn't be ignored.”

“The overall mortality rate for the study of 187 patients was 23% The mortality rate for those without heart disease and without viral heart infection was 8%. The mortality rate for those with heart disease and without viral heart infection was 13%.”

“Public health containment strategies such as being vaccinated, wearing masks, washing hands, and physically distancing remain essential to reducing the spread of COVID-19. Link to WHO brief.”

“Learn more about vitamin C in our overview article. Arginine is an amino acid that plays roles in vasodilation. Evidence suggests that arginine metabolism is altered in the setting of COVID-19.”