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Plastics linked to heart disease and high cholesterol

Plastics, part of modern life, are useful but can pose a significant challenge to the environment and may also constitute a health concern. Indeed, exposure...

Breakthrough COVID-19 infections more often and more severe in these people

In a new study from Pfizer, researchers found COVID-19 infections in the 'fully' vaccinated are rare but are more common and severe in people...

COVID-19 boosters safe and increase immunity when given after two doses of AstraZeneca or...

In a new study from University Hospital Southampton, researchers found six different COVID-19 boosters are safe and provoke strong immune responses in people who...

These two COVID-19 pills may change everything

Imagine being able to go to your local pharmacy and pick up a bottle of pills to treat COVID-19 that would have you feeling...

Massive heart attack puts 52-year-old on path to better health

Michael Capalbo was standing in an aisle at the pharmacy chain where he was a manager when he felt an intense burning sensation raging...

Dental tool for snoring may slow down Alzheimer’s disease

A good night's sleep plays an essential role in regulating brain health by removing the waste material and toxins that accumulate. Although many things can...

Can long COVID kill? This study says YES.

In a new study from the University of Florida, researchers found that patients who survive severe COVID-19 have more than twice the risk of...

People with Parkinson’s may speak up to 60% less

In a new study from Michigan State University, researchers found People with Parkinson's may speak up to 60% less. Parkinson's disease can disrupt multiple aspects...

Daytime meals can protect blood sugar in night shift workers

In a new study from the National Institutes of Health, researchers found that eating during the nighttime—as many shift workers do—can increase glucose levels. But...

A better test for kidney disease

More than 37 million people in the U.S. are living with chronic kidney disease, or CKD. In this condition, the kidneys can’t filter blood...