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This study shows an important cause of deadly brain cancer

Glioblastoma is one of the most deadly cancers. Unfortunately, there is no effective treatment option for the disease. The current standard option, radiation plus temozolomide,...

Wastewater predicts COVID-19 outbreaks days before testing, Yale study shows

In a new study, researchers took daily samples from the New Haven-area wastewater treatment plant. They were able to track the progression of COVID-19 up...

Herd immunity is not practical, study shows

In a new study, researchers found achieving herd immunity to COVID-19 is an impractical public health strategy. The research was conducted by the University of...

What every woman should know about preventing gynecologic cancers

It is estimated by the American Cancer Society that 113,520 women in the United States will be diagnosed with cancers of the reproductive organs...

This simple habit could help reduce type 2 diabetes symptoms

In a new study, researchers found that regular heat exposure through a hot bath is linked to a beneficial effect on risk factors for...

Silk can offer homemade solution for COVID-19 prevention

In a new study, researchers examined what common household fabrics might work best as a face covering to prevent COVID-19. Next to a single-use N95...

Common arthritis drugs may increase infection risk, even at low doses

In a new study, researchers found rheumatoid arthritis drugs glucocorticoids are linked to an increased risk for infection, even at doses as low as...

These lifestyle changes can help prevent severe COVID-19

As infectious disease experts continue to study COVID-19, they have been able to uncover many of the factors that lead to more severe symptoms. It’s...

Parkinson’s disease is not one, but two diseases

In a new study, researchers found although the name may suggest otherwise, Parkinson's disease is not one but two diseases, starting either in the...

People with COVID-19 may have higher risk of this kidney problem

In a new study, researchers found that hospitalized patients with COVID-19 may face an increased risk for kidney injury, a dreaded complication for those...