Ventilation systems may increase risk of COVID-19 exposure, particularly during coming winter
Ventilation systems in many modern office buildings, which are designed to keep temperatures comfortable and increase energy efficiency, may increase the risk of exposure...
Social media use linked to depression and trauma during COVID-19
Researchers found that social media usage was related to both depression and secondary trauma during the early part of the COVID-19 outbreak.
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This common food may help lower risks of high blood pressure and diabetes
A recent study at McMaster University found that eating at least two daily servings of dairy is linked to lower risks of diabetes and...
These 2 drugs provide new hope to treat COVID-19
In a recent study from Harvard Medical School and elsewhere, researchers found that two existing drugs could inhibit the COVID-19 virus from infecting human...
How to manage seasonal allergies
Changing seasons bring a wide range of symptoms for allergy sufferers. Learn what you need to know about relieving your seasonal allergy symptoms.
The transition...
Belly fat linked to higher risk of early death, regardless of your weight
It’s well known that carrying extra fat around your waist can be harmful to your health, bringing greater risk of developing illnesses such as...
Lockdown worsens the symptoms for people with bone, joint and muscle pain
People with bone, joint and muscle pain saw their symptoms worsen during lockdown—according to new research from the University of East Anglia.
A new study...
One-size-fits-all is no fit for heart health
From Weight Watchers to wearable tech, there are messages encouraging people to stay fit and healthy.
But in a new study, researchers found when it...
Common blood pressure drugs may increase breast cancer death risk
In a new study, researchers have found a link between beta-blockers and survival outcomes in some breast cancer patients.
Beta-blockers, commonly used to manage high...
Scientists find a new cause of Alzheimer’s disease
In a new study, researchers found that late-onset Alzheimer's Disease is driven by epigenetic changes—how and when certain genes are turned on and off—in...