As with every flu season, new strains of the virus that causes COVID-19 are spreading across Europe, the United States, and other parts of the world. The latest one to draw attention is the Stratus ...

The Stratus COVID-19 variant has been fueling a rise in cases across the country. Stratus is currently the dominant variant in the U.S. This variant is slightly more infectious than previous variants.

Genetic inheritance may sound straightforward: One gene causes one trait or a specific illness. When doctors use genetics, it’s usually to try to identify a disease-causing gene to help guide ...

KBIA's Rebecca Smith after receiving both her COVID-19 booster and flu shot in 2021. Flu season is underway, and while cases are still low in Missouri, medical professionals are watching a variant ...

Scientists have found that a special component in some people's blood provides them with natural protection against malaria. A recent study has demonstrated that a genetic variant named rs112233623-T ...