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Daily avocado may help reduce inflammation in overweight people

Scientists from Pennsylvania State University found eating one avocado every day may help reduce inflammation in overweight and obese people. The research is published in...

Psoriatic arthritis: What you need to know

Psoriatic arthritis is a progressive inflammatory condition of the joints and the places where tendons and ligaments attach to bones (entheses). It happens when the...

This treatment can help people with COVID-19 recover faster

In a recent study published in Advanced Science, researchers found metabolic activator treatment can reduce recovery time by as many as 3.5 days in people...

Preventing falls: Tips to keep you on your feet

Each year millions of Americans, especially older adults, go to the emergency department after an injury from a fall. “These falls can cause serious injuries—back...

Hospitalized COVID-19 patients 3 times more likely to die than people with flu

Scientists from the Hospital del Mar found that adults (aged 18 or older) hospitalized with COVID-19 are at higher risk of complications and death...

The longest known COVID-19 infection is 505 days, study finds

Scientists from King's College London found that the longest known COVID-19 infection is 505 days. The patient tested positive for COVID-19 505 days before the...

Stress poses heart health dangers for women

Women tend to not only take on their own stress, but also that of their families. This compounds the potential health hazards that include both...

Depression drugs linked to doubled death risk in people with heart disease

In a recent study published in the European Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing, researchers found antidepressants and other psychiatric medications are linked to an almost doubled...

Most Americans support mask mandates on planes and public transit

Scientists from the University of Chicago found that a majority of Americans support mask mandates on planes and public transit. Fifty-six percent of Americans favor...

Irregular heartbeat: What you need to know

An arrhythmia, or irregular heartbeat, is a problem with the rate or rhythm of your heartbeat. Your heart may beat too quickly, too slowly,...