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Gentle stroll on treadmill may help prevent this cancer

In a new study, researchers found that regular gentle exercise could play a role in reversing liver damage that can lead to cancer. They found...

This anti-diarrhea drug may help treat cancer, study shows

Glioblastoma is a very aggressive type of brain cancer that shows only a poor response to chemotherapy. In a recent study at Goethe University, researchers...

This heart failure drug may treat COVID-19 long-hauler symptom

In a new study, researchers found a drug used for heart failure improves symptoms linked to postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome, otherwise known as POTS. This...

Energy drinks can be really bad for your heart

Some energy drinks have adverse effects on the muscle cells of the heart, a new study shows. As reported in Food and Chemical Toxicology, cardiomyocytes—human...

New skin patch brings us closer to wearable, all-in-one health monitor

Engineers have developed a soft, stretchy skin patch that can be worn on the neck to continuously track blood pressure and heart rate while...

Zinc and vitamin C cannot help fight COVID-19

In a new study, researchers found that vitamin C and zinc supplements don't help COVID-19 patients recover from their illness. Giving one or the other,...

Death risk in COVID-19 3.5 times higher than in flu

In a new study, researchers found that the risk of death from COVID-19 was 3.5 times higher than from influenza. They found patients admitted to...

Scientists find a new way to treat heart attacks

In a new study, researchers found the protein receptor in specialized heart cells that, when removed, preserves cardiac function after a heart attack. This discovery...

Nightly sleep of 5 hours, less, may increase risk of dementia

In a new study, researchers examined the connection between sleep disturbances and deficiencies among older adults and the risk of dementia and death. They found...

Mid-life heart disease prevention may prevent later dementia

In a new study, researchers found that using heart disease prevention strategies in mid-life may delay or stop the brain alterations that can lead...