Why some people physically less likely to get COVID-19
In a recent study from AncestryDNA, researchers found three newly-defined phenotypes (observable characteristics or traits for an individual) that capture genetic associations which may...
These supplements could slow down vision loss in older people
The Age-Related Eye Disease Studies (AREDS and AREDS2) established that dietary supplements could slow the progression of age-related macular degeneration (AMD), the most common...
What you should know about the new monkeypox outbreak
New monkeypox outbreak is making headlines about this rare, transmissible virus that’s related to smallpox.
The global investigation into the 2022 outbreak—which differs from previous...
Some high blood pressure drugs may decrease bleeding stroke risk
Scientists from Second Military Medical University found that the use of RAAS inhibitors, a class of blood pressure-lowering medications, reduced the risk of an...
This is the best way to test COVID-19, study finds
Scientists from Cornell University found that nasopharyngeal swabs—taken from far back inside the nostril—were more effective at detecting COVID-19 than saliva tests or swabs...
This weight loss surgery can cut cancer risk and death
Scientists from Cleveland Clinic found that among adults with obesity, weight loss achieved with bariatric surgery was linked to a 32% lower risk of...
These people have best COVID-19 protection, study finds
In a recent study from the Federal University of Mato Grosso do Sul, researchers found that people with the “hybrid immunity” of having been...
Potatoes and high blood pressure: Is there a link?
In a recent study from Imperial College London, researchers found that cooking methods play an important role in the link between potato eating and...
People who get COVID-19 could have antibodies for 500 days
Scientists from the University of Texas found that adults who get COVID-19 could have antibodies circulating in their blood for nearly 500 days after...
If you have type 2 diabetes, add ginger to your diet
Scientists from Youjiang Medical University for Nationalities found evidence for ginger as traditional therapy for blood sugar control in patients with type 2 diabetes.
The...