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Heart risk factors, not heart disease itself, may increase risk of COVID-19 death

In a study from the University of Michigan, scientists found heart risk factors, not heart disease itself, may increase the risk of COVID-19 death. They...

Decreased proteins, not amyloid plaques, are linked to Alzheimer’s disease

In a study from the University of Cincinnati and elsewhere, scientists suggest that Alzheimer's disease is caused by a decline in levels of a...

Eating more fruit, vegetable and whole grain linked to lower diabetes risk

In two studies, scientists found higher consumption of fruit, vegetables, and whole grain foods is associated with a lower risk of developing type 2...

Popular weight loss diet linked to heart disease and cancer

In a recent review study, researchers found ketogenic (keto) diets place pregnant women and kidney disease patients at risk of adverse health effects. They also...

Vaccinations and older adults: What you should know

When fall arrives, many of us know it’s time to get the annual flu, or influenza, shot. It’s also a good time to consider what...

Eating peanut too much may increase risk of cancer spread

In a recent study from the University of Liverpool, scientists found that frequent consumption of peanuts by cancer patients could increase the risk of...

Popular high blood pressure drug may not treat you effectively

In a recent study from Columbia University, scientists found the most popular first-line treatment for high blood pressure called ACE inhibitors is less effective...

Suicide risk almost 7 times higher after early diagnosis of dementia

In a study from Queen Mary University of London and the University of Nottingham, scientists found that suicide risk in the first three months...

Research shows a common cause of high blood pressure, heart attacks, diabetes

In a recent study from Uppsala University, scientists found that belly fat is a major contributing risk factor for developing diabetes and heart disease. They...

mRNA boosters extend COVID-19 protection but wane over time

In a study from Regenstrief Institute and Indiana University, scientists confirmed that mRNA booster immunizations extend protection against moderate and severe COVID for four...