Common blood pressure drugs could boost colon cancer survival
In a new study from the University of Virginia, researchers found common blood pressure drugs may improve survival for patients with colorectal cancer.
After reviewing...
This common eye disease in older people linked to higher COVID-19 complications
In a recent study published in Nature Medicine, researchers found that patients with age-related macular degeneration (AMD) who become infected with SARS-CoV-2, the virus that...
New genetic tech can fight inherited heart disease – and families can, too
Understanding your risk of heart disease can be as cutting-edge as the latest advances in genetic science – or as down-to-earth as a conversation...
COVID-19 vaccination effective against delta variant, study finds
In a new study from Washington University in St. Louis, researchers found the delta variant of the virus that causes COVID-19 is not particularly...
People with depression and anxiety may develop Alzheimer’s early
In a recent study presented at the American Academy of Neurology’s 73rd Annual Meeting, researchers found that having depression is known to increase your...
Leaky bladder? The problem might be in your head
If your bladder leaks when you cough, sneeze or laugh, or every time you come home–-even if you left 10 minutes ago––you're not alone.
It's...
Eating a hot dog could cost you 36 minutes of healthy life
In a new study from the University of Michigan, researchers found eating a hot dog could cost you 36 minutes of a healthy life,...
Given a grim prognosis, stroke survivor proved doctors wrong
Mark Kincaid greeted spectators coming to the high school football game as he collected donations for his son's baseball team.
His daughter, a cheerleader, was...
This type of job linked to lower risk of dementia in old age
In a new study from the University College London, researchers found people with mentally stimulating jobs have a lower risk of dementia in old...
This whole grain can reduce your risk of heart disease
In a new study from ICRISAT, researchers found the consumption of millets can reduce total cholesterol, triacylglycerols (commonly known as triglycerides) and BMI.
They analyzed...