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Animal noses inspire new mask, air filter designs

Masks that protect against coronavirus can feel like a nuisance, especially while exercising. A new 3D-printable mask design, inspired by animal noses, promises easy breathing...

Third COVID vaccine dose critical for preventing omicron, study finds

mRNA vaccines are highly effective in preventing COVID-19 associated hospital admissions related to the alpha, delta, and omicron variants. In a new study, researchers found...

High-fiber diet could improve immunotherapy for melanoma patients

Researchers from the Center for Cancer Research studied the effects of a diet rich in fiber—including fruits, vegetables, and legumes—and the use of probiotic...

COVID-19 pandemic causes the blood pressure up among Americans

The COVID-19 pandemic has been devastating to Americans. It has caused high rates of death and illness, disrupted nearly every aspect of daily life. It has...

These 3 mental illnesses tied to higher risk for heart attack and stroke

In a new study from HealthPartners Institute, researchers found people with bipolar disorder, schizophrenia or schizoaffective disorders may have a higher risk for heart...

Scientists find the cause of persistent breathlessness after COVID-19

In a new study from Imperial College London, researchers found long-lasting immune activity in the airways might be the cause of persistent breathlessness following...

This diet could help reverse heart failure without surgeries or meds

In a new study from the Albert Einstein College of Medicine, researchers found a whole-food plant-based diet reversed angina without medications or procedures. Angina is...

Scientists find possible new treatment for COVID-19

In a new study from Cedars-Sinai, researchers found a potential new therapy for COVID-19: a biologic substance created by reengineered human skin cells. They found...

How to treat mild to moderate Alzheimer’s disease

Treating the symptoms of Alzheimer’s can provide people with comfort, dignity, and independence for a longer period of time and can encourage and assist...

High blood pressure and eye damage: What you need to know

High blood pressure can damage blood vessels in the retina. The retina is the layer of tissue at the back part of the eye. It...