This drug could improve memory in Alzheimer’s disease
Losing memory is a hallmark of Alzheimer's, a symptom of the disease that depletes a patient's quality of life.
Improving memory and slowing cognitive changes...
Scientists find gene that doubles death risk in COVID-19
In a new study from the University of Oxford, researchers found the gene responsible for doubling the risk of respiratory failure from COVID-19.
They found...
After 4 strokes, rare disease and brain surgery, woman helps others
When Lisa Deck was chosen as a Go Red for Women national spokeswoman in 2014, she was thrilled to have a larger platform to...
Many people without heart problems have too much fat in their arteries
In a recent study published in the journal Circulation, researchers found more than 40% of adults ages 50 to 64 years in Sweden without known...
Scientists find how to predict Alzheimer’s disease with nearly 100% accuracy
In a recent study published in Diagnostics, researchers developed a deep learning-based method that can predict the possible onset of Alzheimer’s disease from brain...
This may prevent brain shrinkage in midlife women
In a new study from Alzheimer's Research UK, researchers found an association between indicators of longer estrogen exposure and reduced brain shrinkage in midlife...
Drinking alcohol to stay healthy? That might not work
In a new study from University Medicine Greifswald, researchers found increased death risk among current alcohol abstainers might largely be explained by other factors,...
Marijuana may double heart attack risk in these people
In a recent study published in Canadian Medical Association Journal, researchers found adults younger than 45 years who reported recently using cannabis were 2...
What parents should know about the COVID-19 vaccine for 5- to 11-year-olds
A COVID-19 vaccine has finally arrived for children ages 5 to 11 – and with it, some important questions from parents.
Many are wondering about...
Common heartburn drugs may benefit your tooth and gum health
In a new study from the University at Buffalo, researchers found the use of heartburn medication is associated with decreased severity of gum disease.
They...