Scientists find an important cause of high severe COVID-19 risk
In a study from the Queensland University of Technology, scientists found that one of the 344 studied blood analytes had widespread shared genetic influences...
What’s new with the flu? Here are 7 things to know
Don't call it a comeback if it was never really gone, but the flu is poised for a breakout year.
Like the killer in a...
Troubled sleep may be a risk factor for type 2 diabetes
In Australia, almost one million adults have type 2 diabetes. Globally, type 2 diabetes affects more than 422 million people.
In a study from the...
Laser therapy may treat short-term memory problems
In a study from the University of Birmingham and elsewhere, scientists found laser light therapy has been shown to be effective in improving short-term...
Binge-eating disorder is more common than many realize, yet it’s rarely discussed – here’s...
Television personality, author and hair stylist Jonathan Van Ness recently shared on social media his struggles with his eating and weight after “years of...
Scientists develop new method to predict type 2 diabetes
Scientists have discovered a way to transform a continuous glucose monitor (CGM) into a powerful diabetes screening and prevention tool using artificial intelligence.
Commonly used antibiotic drug may increase heart attack risk
A recent study from the University of Dundee found why a commonly used antibiotic can lead to an increased risk of heart attacks.
Widely used high blood pressure med may increase suicide risk
A recent study St. Michael’s Hospital found a common type of blood pressure medication might be associated with an increased risk of suicide.
They found...
Many people overuse high blood pressure drugs in hospital
In a study from Flinders University, scientists found patients in hospitals for non-heart related conditions may be unnecessarily receiving blood pressure medication that has...
Seizures may relate to faster decline in people with dementia
In a study from the University of Virginia, scientists found dementia patients who suffer from seizures tend to decline faster and die younger.
The finding...