Author: Dr. David Lowemann

Long COVID Severity Linked to White Blood Cells

A simple blood test might determine which patients are at risk for long COVID, a new study says. Higher levels of leukocytes – a form of white blood cell – are associated with more severe symptoms of long COVID among older women, researchers reported in a new study published… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. […]

Published on January 29, 2025

Vitamin Deficiencies Common in Type 2 Diabetes

“Hidden hunger” – low levels of essential vitamins or minerals — is common among people with Type 2 diabetes, a new evidence review says. Overall, as many as 45% of Type 2 diabetics are suffering multiple deficiencies in vitamins, minerals and electrolytes, researchers… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., […]

Published on January 29, 2025

Sports Betting Is Coming to Missouri. A Fund To Help Prevent Problem Gambling Will Follow.

Listen as senior producer Zach Dyer reports on the public health concerns over online sports betting and a fund in Missouri that might help with addiction treatment and prevention.  The parking lot at the Super One Stop in Granite City, Illinois, is full. The convenience store just across the Mississippi River from Missouri sells liquor, […]

Published on January 29, 2025