Breakthrough COVID infections more likely in cancer and Alzheimer’s patients
In new studies from the Case Western Reserve University, scientists found breakthrough COVID-19 cases resulting in infections, hospitalizations, and deaths are significantly more likely...
Broccoli sprout extract may prevent head and neck cancer recurrence
In a study from the University of Pittsburgh, researchers found that potent doses of broccoli sprout extract activate a “detoxification” gene and may help...
Sleep apnea may cause high blood pressure
In a recent study from the Hospital Universitari Arnau de Vilanova, scientists found in people with high blood pressure resistant to treatment who also...
Scientists find new way to treat most common type of heart failure
Heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF), also called diastolic heart failure, affects 3 million Americans.
Despite being the most common type of heart failure in...
Scientists find drug that mimics benefits of exercise on muscle and bone
Maintaining a regular workout routine can help you look and feel great. And exercise also helps maintain your muscles and bones.
People who are unable...
Ginger combined with chili pepper could lower cancer risk
For many people, there’s nothing more satisfying than a hot, spicy meal.
But some research suggests that capsaicin, the compound that gives chili peppers their...
COVID-19 linked to a much higher risk of Alzheimer’s in older people
In a study from the Case Western Reserve School of Medicine, scientists found older people who have infected with COVID-19 show a substantially higher...
Broccoli compound slows down early-stage breast cancer
In a recent study from Oregon State University, researchers looked at the effect of broccoli compound sulforaphane on breast tissues of women diagnosed with...
Another new COVID variant is spreading – here’s what we know about omicron BA.4.6
BA.4.6, a subvariant of the omicron COVID variant which has been quickly gaining traction in the US, is now confirmed to be spreading in...
A handful of nuts a day cut the risk of heart disease, cancer
In a study from Imperial College London and elsewhere, scientists found that people who eat at least 20g of nuts a day have lower...