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Scientists find how to predict long-term effectiveness of COVID-19 vaccine

Scientists designed a mathematical model that can predict the course of vaccine-induced immunity against COVID-19 in different patient populations over the long term.

Scientists find a safer, more effective cancer therapy

Radiation that used to treat half of all cancer patients can be measured during treatment for the first time with precise 3D imaging.

Two different eye diseases may lead to common vision loss

In a study from the New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai, scientists found two separate eye diseases that may contribute to...

Vitamin D supplement linked to lower skin cancer risk

In a study from the University of Eastern Finland and elsewhere, scientists found fewer cases of melanoma were observed among regular users of vitamin...

Nearly 1 in 3 people with chronic pain turn to marijuana

About 50 million US adults have chronic pain, which is one of the most common reasons adults seek medical care. Chronic pain can happen for...

This type 2 diabetes treatment remains effective 2 years later

A recent study from Thomas Jefferson University found that a drug combo of diabetes drugs dapagliflozin and exenatide continues to stay effective, without loss...

This COVID-19 vaccine may prevent brain damage caused by infection

The pathology of the respiratory system is the main impact of COVID-19. But many people also have neurological symptoms, such as loss of smell (anosmia),...

This blood pressure number strongly linked to neurotic personality

High blood pressure is not only a major risk for cardiovascular disease. It is thought to be associated with psychological factors, such as anxiety, depression,...

Frequently using antibiotics may increase risk of inflammatory bowel disease

In a study from NYU Grossman School of Medicine and elsewhere, scientists found frequent use of antibiotics may heighten the risk of inflammatory bowel...

Diets protecting blood pressure may also benefit kidney health

A recent Johns Hopkins study found people who ate the DASH diet for lowering blood pressure were at a much lower risk of developing...