Swedish researchers find that SARS-CoV-2’s spike protein amyloids can accelerate the formation of harmful protein aggregates related to neurodegenerative diseases like Creutzfeldt-Jakob and Alzheimer’s. The study suggests a potential link between COVID-19 and increased cases of these brain disorders.
Vapers May Be Less Likely to Undergo Lung Cancer Screening
E-cigarette use among individuals eligible for lung cancer screening was independently associated with a reduced likelihood of screening, a cross-sectional study of U.S. adults revealed.
July 3, 2024