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April 6, 2020 - Issue 4984


Vitamin B1 Is Vital to Protect Against Infectious Disease

Vitamin B1 Is Vital to Protect Against Infectious Disease

April 6, 2020

A deficiency of this vitamin resembles sepsis - a primary cause of COVID-19 mortality. And it's relatively common in critically ill patients and associated with pneumonia and high fever. Plus, it helps regulate your immune function. Could it be the missing part of COVID-19 treatment?

Will the Coming Warm Weather Reduce the Spread of COVID-19?

will warm weather slow covid 19

April 6, 2020

The novel coronavirus is encased in a lipid membrane sensitive to heat and humidity, much like the flu virus. Does this mean it will follow seasonal fluctuations?

Can UV Light Kill Coronavirus?

can uv light kill coronavirus

April 6, 2020

Ultraviolet (UV) light, a major tool in the fight against airborne-mediated microbial diseases, is a promising agent for restricting the spread of novel coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19).

Weekly Health Quiz: Coronavirus, Meditation and 5G

week 124 health quiz

April 6, 2020

Take this week's quiz to see how well you remember what you read on Mercola.com last week.