Tiny devices made of DNA could treat cancer
Scientists from the University of Chicago have developed a tiny device made out of DNA to locate tumor cells and force them to reveal...
Gut health may affect Alzheimer’s development, show studies
Alzheimer's is the leading cause of dementia, a condition that is devastating for those affected, their loved ones, and their carers.
With one in three...
Why coronavirus doesn’t spread easily from surfaces
Early in the pandemic, many people disinfected surfaces fiercely because some lab studies predicted that the coronavirus could be easily transmitted by the surface
But...
This study finds a new way to reverse fatty liver disease
In a recent study published in Hepatology, researchers found a new way to treat fatty liver disease.
The study is from the University of Southern California...
Oral bacteria linked to high blood pressure in these people
In a new study from the University at Buffalo, researchers found some oral bacteria were linked to the development of hypertension, also known as...
Scientists find new drug to protected against cognitive decline in Alzheimer’s
In a new study from National Institute on Aging, researchers found an anti-inflammatory drug, known as 3,6'-dithiopomalidomide (DP), could protect against cognitive decline by...
How COVID-19 could harm men’s health
In a new study from Northwestern Medicine, researchers found many tissues of the male genital tract can be infected with COVID-19.
They found the prostate,...
Diabetic foot prevention and treatment: what you need to know
Foot problems are common in people with diabetes.
You might be afraid you’ll lose a toe, foot, or leg to diabetes, or know someone who...
These people need additional COVID-19 vaccine doses, study finds
In a new study from the National University of Singapore, researchers found immunocompromised patients should get additional doses of the COVID-19 vaccine.
The findings reinforce...
He was in great shape before a heart attack at 33 – but not...
Alex Hobbs was coaching a youth soccer team last May when he felt a burning sensation in his stomach and chest.
He'd recently had a...