Two doses of vaccines cannot fully against Omicron
In a new study from the University of Hong Kong, researchers found that most individuals after being given two doses of the vaccine (either...
Too much time on a computer, watching TV, reading can raise your stroke risk
In a new study from the University of Calgary, researchers found adults younger than age 60 whose days are filled with sedentary leisure time...
These two existing drugs could help treat COVID-19, studies find
In a recent study published in The Lancet, McMaster University researchers found an inexpensive repurposed drug called fluvoxamine can save the lives of COVID-19 patients...
There’s no place like home… to track blood pressure
In a new study from Kaiser Permanente Washington, researchers found adults who needed to track their blood pressure regularly to confirm or refute a...
Omicron infection may help prevent delta variant, study shows
In a new study from the Africa Health Research Institute, researchers found people infected with the omicron variant may have stronger immune protection against...
Starchy snacks may increase your heart disease risk
In a new study from Harbin Medical University, researchers found eating starchy snacks high in white potato or other starches after any meal was...
Many younger adults with diabetes in COVID-19 miss medical care
In a new study from Monash University, researchers found young adults with diabetes are most likely to report having missed medical care during the...
Cholesterol-lowering drugs may reduce COVID death in these people
In a new study from UC San Diego Health, researchers examined the link between the use of medications to control cholesterol or blood pressure...
mRNA COVID-19 vaccines preferred for most adults
The Omicron variant currently represents 3-13% of new COVID-19 infections in the U.S.
It appears to be much more contagious than the Delta variant. COVID-19...
Eating more plant foods may lower heart disease in these people
In two new studies from the University of Minnesota, researchers found eating more nutritious, plant-based foods is heart-healthy at any age.
They analyzed different measures...