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Vitamin D deficiency may reduce survival in skin cancer

In a study from the Hospital University Son Espases, scientists found that vitamin D levels affect overall survival for melanoma (skin cancer) patients. They discovered...

People with coronary heart disease should receive this drug instead of aspirin

In a study by Cardiocentro Ticino Foundation, scientists found that P2Y12 inhibitor lowers the disease risk compared with aspirin alone in people with coronary...

Nearly 25% of US young adults used mental health care during COVID pandemic

In a study from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, scientists found that the stresses of the COVID-19 pandemic may have led...

Common heartburn meds may harm your kidney health

In a study from the University of California San Diego, scientists found that patients who took PPIs were more likely to experience kidney disease. Proton...

Diet rich in whole grains may lower risk of type 2 diabetes

In a recent study from Erasmus University and elsewhere, scientists found that eating high-quality carbohydrates, such as whole grains, was associated with a lower...

Heart disease, high blood pressure, and diabetes share this common cause

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

Your gut may lead to therapies for mental illness

The role of the microbiome in intestinal and systemic health has garnered close attention among researchers for many years. In a study from UT Southwestern,...

Two common blood pressure drugs could effectively prevent heart disease

In a recent study from Geisinger Medical Center, scientists found people who are just beginning treatment for high blood pressure can benefit equally from...

Scientists find how air pollution triggers lung cancer in never-smokers

In a study from the Francis Crick Institute and elsewhere, scientists found how very small pollutant particles in the air may trigger lung cancer...

Research shows the possible cause of Alzheimer’s disease

In a recent study from Curtin University, scientists found a likely cause of Alzheimer’s disease. They found that a probable cause of Alzheimer’s disease was...