This drug is effective in treating severe COVID-19, study finds
The SARS-CoV-2 virus has infected over 165 million people worldwide causing nearly 3.5 million deaths. Recent vaccination efforts have been hindered by multiple coronavirus...
This type of food may help control blood pressure
In a new study from Queen’s University, researchers found flavonoid-rich foods, including berries, apples, pears and wine, appear to have a positive effect on...
This stuff in eyes provide a peek at your Alzheimer’s disease risk
Amyloid plaques are protein deposits that collect between brain cells, hindering function and eventually leading to neuronal death.
They are considered a hallmark of Alzheimer's...
Exercise can maintain normal heart rhythm, study finds
In a new study from the University of Adelaide, researchers found a six-month exercise program helps maintain normal heart rhythm and reduces the severity...
This common food oil in the U.S. can change genes in the brain
Used for fast food frying, added to packaged foods, and fed to livestock, soybean oil is by far the most widely produced and consumed...
Mindfulness may improve cognition in older people
In a new study from UCL, researchers found mindfulness may provide modest benefits to cognition, particularly among older adults.
They found that while mindfulness is...
What you should know about COVID-19 booster shots and third vaccine doses
Increasingly, research shows many people who have weakened immune systems haven't been able to receive full protection from their COVID-19 vaccines.
Unlike healthy people who've...
Having a good listener may prevent cognitive decline
In a new study from NYU, researchers found supportive social interactions in adulthood are important for your ability to stave off cognitive decline seen...
Orthopedic surgeon becomes patient after stroke at 48
As usual, Dr. Mike Knapic's workday was packed. By early afternoon, the orthopedic surgeon had completed three total knee replacements and was headed into...
Scientists develop a new drug combo to beat Delta variant
In a new study from Vanderbilt University and AstraZeneca, researchers found a new antibody cocktail against the COVID-19 virus can reduce the risk of...