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Antibodies from vaccination nearly 3 times higher than from COVID-19 infection

In a recent study, researchers found people who’ve been fully vaccinated against COVID-19 have a much stronger immune system response against the new coronavirus...

Which is the best way to reduce diabetes risk: Diet or exercise?

In a recent study from Saint Louis University, researchers found that, though people often think of the benefits from exercise, calorie restriction and weight...

Common acid reflux drugs may increase your kidney disease risk

Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs), which include well-known brand names Prilosec, Nexium and Prevacid, are among the most commonly prescribed medications in the world. Approximately 10%...

COVID-19 vaccines effectively prevent hospitalization in older people

In a new study from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, researchers found the Pfizer-BioNTech, Moderna, and Janssen COVID-19 vaccines are highly...

Her pain seemed muscular. It was actually a heart attack.

After taking her daughter to softball practice, Kelly Sosnowski popped over to the mall to run an errand. Walking inside, she felt a heavy pain...

Scientists find a way to develop new drugs for Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s

In a new study from Oregon Health & Science University, researchers demonstrated it's possible to use a synthetic thyroid hormone to help treat Alzheimer's,...

Dance show alum gets her groove back after stroke

As a teenager, Sandi Thomas appeared for several years on "Dance Connection," a popular television show in Washington, D.C. For decades, she continued busting...

Cancer vaccine could effectively overcome treatment resistance

In a new study from The Institute of Cancer Research, researchers found a cancer vaccine could be an effective way to prevent cancer from...

Taking vitamin A too much may increase your bone fracture risk

In a recent study published in the Journal of Endocrinology, researchers found consuming too much vitamin A may decrease bone thickness, leading to weak...

This existing drug may help treat COVID-19

In a recent study published in Science, researchers found that the drug masitinib may be effective in treating COVID-19. They found the drug inhibited the...