Scientists find blood-clotting problem lasts in long COVID
Scientists from RCSI University of Medicine and Health Sciences found that blood-clotting problems last in long COVID.
The finding further examined the link between long...
Medical marijuana for pain is linked to a slightly higher risk of heart problem
In a study from Gentofte University Hospital, scientists found people who use medical marijuana to treat chronic pain may have a slightly heightened risk...
Being underweight linked to dementia risk in older men, study finds
In a study from IQVIA and elsewhere, scientists found underweight is linked to higher dementia risk in older men.
Previous research has analyzed the possible...
A low protein diet may make Alzheimer’s develop faster
Scientists from the National Institutes for Quantum Sciences and Technology found that a low protein diet can accelerate brain degeneration in mouse models of...
Common drugs for inflammation linked to heart failure in people with diabetes
In a study from Copenhagen University Hospital, scientists found short-term use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) is associated with a first-time hospitalization for heart...
How your body protects itself from type 2 diabetes
A specific group of white blood cells, termed "regulatory T cells," keeps the immune system in balance and suppresses its activity to protect the...
COVID-19 variants emerge from chronic, long-term COVID infections
Scientists from Emory University found the coronavirus variants of concern are emerging from chronic, long-term COVID infections in people who may be immune comprised...
Common high blood pressure drugs may reduce bleeding stroke risk
In a study from Second Military Medical University, scientists found that the use of RAAS inhibitors, a class of blood pressure-lowering medications, reduced the...
The music app could support dementia care at home
Many carers of people with dementia recognize music’s value in supporting the well-being of a loved one.
As the person with dementia’s cognitive state declines...
Regular physical activity could lower risk of severe COVID-19
Scientists from Universitat de València found regular physical activity is linked to a lower risk of COVID-19 infection and severity, including hospital admission and...