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Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine is highly effective, large study confirms

In a new study, researchers found that the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine is 94% effective. They tested 1.2 million people in Israel. The researchers also found there...

Why some people have dangerous diabetes complications

In a new study, researchers found that not all diabetes is created equally and high blood sugar isn’t the only culprit of significant complications. They...

This food may worsen inflammatory bowel diseases

In a recent study published in Cellular and Molecular Gastroenterology and Hepatology, researchers found that consumption of fructose (i.e. fruit sugar) may worsen intestinal inflammation...

Some depression drugs may increase death risk

In a recent study at Rutgers and Columbia University, researchers found an increased death risk in adults with depression who used newer antipsychotic medications...

Scientists find new way to prevent recurrent stroke

In a new study, researchers found that a surgical procedure dramatically reduced the rate of recurrent strokes among patients with atherosclerotic disease. They demonstrated that...

This thing can worsen the situation in severe COVID-19

In a new study, researchers found that in patients with severe COVID-19, the innate immune system overreacts. This overreaction may underlie the formation of blood...

This diet can increase heart disease and death risk

In a new study, researchers found a diet high in poor quality carbohydrates leads to a higher risk of heart attacks, strokes, and death. The...

How to avoid blood clots in COVID-19

It seems like every week new data comes out about blood clots in patients with COVID-19. Thrombosis puts someone hospitalized for COVID-19 more at risk...

This anti-obesity drug can lead to large weight loss

In a new study, researchers found that the injectable anti-obesity medication, semaglutide, can lead to large weight loss. The finding establishes the reliability and robustness...

COVID-19 blood flow changes may cause ‘brain fog,’ depression

In a new study, researchers found that blood vessel damage and impaired oxygen delivery related to COVID-19 play a role in mood changes and...