Higher education cannot help preserve the aging brain
In a new study from the University of Oslo, researchers found that a college degree won't keep your brain from shrinking with age.
Over the...
This depression drug could also prevent heart disease
In a new study from the Texas A&M University, researchers found that the antidepression drug duloxetine could be beneficial to patients with both depression...
Hepatitis C drugs may boost COVID-19 treatment
Remdesivir is currently the only antiviral drug approved in the U.S. for treating COVID-19 patients.
In a new study from the University of Texas at...
Some common vegetables may reduce diabetes-related kidney damage
In a new study from AlMaarefa University, researchers found a compound that the pungent taste in some cruciferous vegetables may help reverse kidney problems...
Scientists find strong links between blood types and chronic diseases
In a new study from Karolinska Institutet, researchers found links between certain blood groups and 49 diseases, including a finding that having blood group...
Need another reason not to vape? Your oral health is at risk
The warnings about vaping – inhaling the vapor of electronic cigarettes – tend to focus on the potential dangers to the heart and lungs.
But...
Higher pulse pressure in smokers may signal heart disease risk
Consistent cigarette smoking has a small but significant effect on pulse pressure, according to research that suggests a possible new link between smoking and...
1 in 4 people experience mild side effects from COVID-19 vaccines
In a new study from King's College London, researchers found that one in four people experience mild side effects after receiving either the Pfizer...
This surgery may help restore hand and arm function after stroke
Every year, more than 795,000 people in the United States have a stroke.
Of these, approximately 80% lose arm function and as many as 50-60%...
Vitamin D cannot reduce severe COVID-19, study finds
In a new study from the University of São Paulo, researchers found a high dose of vitamin D administered on admission to hospital cannot...