This drug may help prevent muscle aging in older people
Even during peak years, human muscles begin to shrink and become less strong.
Unfortunately, this is a natural part of aging. For some people, the...
Statin drugs may protect the heart from breast cancer treatment
In a new study, researchers found that statins, common cholesterol-lowering medications, may protect women’s hearts from damage caused during chemotherapy for early-stage breast cancer.
The...
This blood test can predict Alzheimer’s disease in symptom-free stage
In a new study, researchers found a blood test can predict the risk of Alzheimer's disease in people who were not having the disease...
Scientists find new way to reduce death risk in severe COVID-19
In a new study, researchers found umbilical cord-derived mesenchymal stem cell (UC-MSC) infusions safely reduce the risk of death and quicken time to recovery...
These 5 things can strongly reduce reflux and heartburn, Harvard study shows
In a new study, researchers found that five diet and lifestyle factors can make a significant impact on gastroesophageal reflux (GERD) or heartburn symptoms.
The...
Stanford develops single-dose vaccine for COVID-19
In a new study, researchers developed a single-dose nanoparticle vaccine for COVID-19.
Their vaccine contains nanoparticles studded with the same proteins that comprise the virus's...
Obesity can weaken heart muscle in common heart failure
For decades, about half of all patients with heart failure appear to have hearts that contract normally—a syndrome now known as heart failure with...
Protective immunity against COVID-19 could last 8 months or more
In a new study, researchers found that nearly all COVID-19 survivors have the immune cells necessary to fight re-infection.
They suggest that the immunity can...
Ginger may help treat certain autoimmune diseases
In a new study, researchers found that the main bioactive compound of the ginger root may lower autoantibody production and help halt diseases such...
Common opioid painkillers may increase pancreatic cancer risk
In a new study, researchers found that opioid use might increase a person's risk of developing pancreatic cancer.
This is the first study to show...