Gut cells help orchestrate immune responses, study finds

Gut cells help orchestrate immune responses, study finds

A microscopy image showing intestinal barrier cells (outlined in yellow with blue DNA), ILC2 cells (pink) and mucus-producing cells (turquoise). 26 May 2026 By Betty Zou University of Toronto researchers have shown, for the first time, that organ-specific cues prompt...
New research shows antiviral drug helps with COVID-19 recovery

New research shows antiviral drug helps with COVID-19 recovery

Andrew Pinto 4 May 2026 By Lisa Varano The results of two clinical trials show that Paxlovid, an oral antiviral drug, does not reduce hospital admissions or deaths in vaccinated adults at higher risk of severe COVID-19. However, the drug does help people recover a few...