- Scientists are discovering a surprising bright side for some people with asthma: They are less susceptible to COVID-19. The very same immune system proteins that trigger excess mucus production and closing of airways in people with allergic asthma may erect a shield around vulnerable airway cells. https://www.sciencenews.org/article/covid-asthma-allergic-immune-response 527 comments science
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