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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...

Body fitness linked to lower risk of Alzheimer’s disease

In a new study from the Washington VA Medical Center, researchers found people who are more physically fit are less likely to develop Alzheimer's...

Scientists find durable immunity against COVID-19 variants

In a new study from Oregon Health & Science University, researchers found the blood of people infected by COVID-19 showed telltale signals of immunity...

Common cholesterol-lowering drugs statins may stop cancer spread

In a new study, researchers found common cholesterol-lowering drugs statins may help stop the spread of cancer. Cancer patients rarely die from the primary tumor,...

Bark of neem tree may protect against COVID-19 variants

In a new study from the University of Colorado and elsewhere, researchers found an extract from the bark of the neem tree may help...