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This common diabetes drug could reduce COVID-19 death risks

In a new study, researchers found that metformin was linked to strongly reduced COVID-19 death risks in women. This is one of the world's largest...

People with this disease have higher death risk in COVID-19, new study shows

In a new study, researchers found that people with rare autoimmune rheumatic diseases are at a greater risk of dying at a younger age...

This once-a-week insulin shot could help treat type 2 diabetes

Insulin is a hormone that helps the body process sugars from foods. Insulin ushers sugar from the blood into the body’s cells, where it...

This antibody cocktail may help treat COVID-19 infection

In a recent study at the University of Washington and elsewhere, researchers found a mix of antibodies from recovered COVID-19 patients could recognize and...

This study shows new way to prevent deadly blood clotting

In a recent study from Monash University, researchers designed a novel antibody that inhibits one particular blood-borne protein to prevent clot formation, or thrombosis,...

New finding may help restore vision in the blind

Restoration of vision in blind people through a brain implant is on the verge of becoming reality. In a new study, researchers found that newly...

This weight loss surgery could lead to long-term diabetes recovery

In a new study, researchers found that more than half of adults with type 2 diabetes had long-term remission following gastric bypass surgery. The research...

This fruit may help control your blood sugar after a meal

In a new study, researchers found that blackcurrants have a beneficial effect on post-meal blood sugar response, and the required portion size is much...

This common drug may increase risk of heart disease

In a new study, researchers found that patients receiving low-dose steroids are at increased risk of heart disease. The research was conducted by a team...

This oral drug could block COVID-19 transmission fast

In a new study, researchers found that treatment of COVID-19 infection with a new antiviral drug, MK-4482/EIDD-2801 or Molnupiravir, completely suppresses virus transmission within...