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Ana Valdes, The Conversation

Gene commonly found in South Asians can put them at higher risk of severe Covid-19

Research shows that the high-risk variant of a gene called LZTFL1 reduces the ability of cells in the lungs to repair damaged tissue.

Ana Valdes, The Conversation
· Nov 12, 2021 · 01:30 pm
Fitness watch: Presence of specific ‘good’ microbes in the gut can affect how much weight you lose

Recent research even suggests that our gut microbiome can influence our ability to lose weight.

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Amrita Vijay, The Conversation
· Sep 22, 2021 · 09:00 pm
Covid-19 vaccine boosters may increase protection against new variants, research shows

There is also emerging evidence that natural infection with Delta may produce stronger protection than that created currently by doses.

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Benjamin Ollivere, The Conversation
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Jonathan Ball, The Conversation
· Aug 31, 2021 · 11:30 pm