Scientists reveal the genetic causes of fatty liver disease
Over the past 40 years, changes in our urban environment and diet have had a major impact on our lifestyles.
We are more sedentary and...
Retiree doesn’t let heart issues slow him down
A few months before the pandemic, Chris Mathews was 20 miles into a 32-mile ride with his bicycle club when he lost all strength...
Severe COVID-19 may increase risk for PTSD in family members
In a new study from Paris University, researchers found family members of patients hospitalized in the intensive care unit (ICU) with COVID-19 experience a...
Healthy gut microbiome could improve cancer therapy
In a new study from King's College London, researchers found that the gut microbiome plays an important role in each patient’s response to cancer...
Researchers find balanced treatment for high-risk prostate cancer
In a new study from Northwestern University, researchers found that patients receiving radiotherapy to treat high-risk prostate cancer also benefit from androgen deprivation therapy.
The...
Scientists find possible cause for treatment resistance in skin cancer
Many melanoma patients are treated with drugs called BRAF or MEK inhibitors that specifically target the mutant proteins created in cancerous tumors.
These inhibitors can...
New study sends warning about promising diabetes drug metformin
In a new study from the University of Waterloo, researchers used computer drug simulations to find that doctors need to be wary of prescribing...
Scientists find more effective COVID-19 treatment
In a new study from the University of Colorado, researchers examined a key aspect of the immune system during COVID-19: the interferon response.
They found...
This stuff in energy drinks might help prevent heart attack in the future
In a new study from Michigan Medicine, researchers found a medium-chain fatty acid in energy drinks might one day help protect against heart attack...
Milk may help fighting COVID-19, study finds
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to claim lives around the world, dairy scientists may have a surprising role to play.
In a new study from...