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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...

Face masks can slow down COVID-19 spread, if people pay attention to these 2...

In a recent study at the National University of Singapore, researchers reviewed findings on face masks and how they filter or block the COVID-19...

These two drugs may help you recover from severe COVID-19

COVID-19 infection is characterized by a systemic increase in pro-inflammatory cytokines and often referred to as a “cytokine storm.” This process can result in inflammatory...