Month: December 2021

Experts: Omicron Likely Evolved in One Person

Scientists think that the omicron variant of the coronavirus likely evolved within a single immunocompromised person. “It’s reasonable speculation, but we don’t know for sure,” said Jesse Bloom, who studies… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., is a co-founder of the Institute for the Future of Human Potential, where […]

Published on December 6, 2021

How to Get Free At-Home COVID-19 Tests

President Biden announced last Thursday that private health insurance plans will soon reimburse Americans who buy over-the-counter, at-home rapid COVID-19 tests. This effort to stave off a rise of infections this winter comes as the omicron variant is spreading quickly… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., is a co-founder […]

Published on December 6, 2021

Taking Viagra Linked to Lower Risk for Alzheimer’s

Viagra, a drug long used to treat erectile dysfunction, may double as a potential weapon against Alzheimer’s disease, a new study suggests. Looking at data on more than 7 million Americans, researchers found that those taking the drug were 69% less likely to develop… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, […]

Published on December 6, 2021