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Arcturus: what to know about the new COVID variant, omicron XBB.1.16

A new COVID variant XBB.1.16, or “Arcturus”, has now been identified in at least 34 countries including the UK. Arcturus is a subvariant of omicron...

New treatments for heart disease you need to know

Heart disease, also known as cardiovascular disease, is a leading cause of death worldwide. It encompasses a range of conditions, including coronary artery disease, heart...

How to prevent colon cancer effectively

Colon cancer, also known as colorectal cancer, is a type of cancer that affects the colon or rectum. It is the third most common cancer...

Some U.S. doctors prescribe untested drug combos that may cause addiction

The Center for Drug Safety and Effectiveness at Johns Hopkins University recently conducted a study on prescription drug use. The study focused on the use...

Scientists find what really killed COVID-19 patients

Scientists at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine found the real cause of the deaths in COVID-19 patients. They used machine learning to analyze medical...

New drugs and treatments for Alzheimer’s disease: What to know

Alzheimer's disease is a progressive and devastating neurological disorder that affects millions of people worldwide. Currently, there is no cure for Alzheimer's disease, and the...

Mobile phone calls may increase your risk of high blood pressure

A new study published in the European Heart Journal—Digital Health has found a link between high blood pressure and mobile phone usage. According to the...

Cancer and type 2 diabetes: What is the connection?

Type 2 diabetes and cancer are two diseases that are increasing in prevalence worldwide. According to the World Health Organization, approximately 422 million people had...

Best and worst foods for your memory function

Memory function is a crucial aspect of cognitive health, and the foods we eat can have a significant impact on our ability to remember...

Aggressively blood pressure control may prevent this common heart disease

Heart conduction disorders can be very dangerous, potentially leading to heart failure or complete heart block. Left ventricular conduction disease can occur when there is...