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High blood pressure speeds cognitive decline for middle-aged and older people

High blood pressure accelerates memory loss and other cognitive declines for middle-aged or older adults, even when it only goes up slightly and for...

LED lights can help kill coronavirus, study shows

In a new study, researchers have proven that the coronavirus can be killed efficiently, quickly, and cheaply using ultraviolet (UV) light-emitting diodes (UV-LEDs). They believe...

This mental issue could predict dementia years before other symptoms

In a new study, researchers found that apathy—a lack of interest or motivation—could predict the onset of some forms of dementia many years before...

Scientists find a new way to predict severe COVID-19 infection

In a new study, researchers found biomarkers in the blood that are predictive of severe COVID-19 infection. The results extend understanding of the pathophysiology and...

This stuff in your mouth may increase lung cancer risk, even if you don’t...

In a new study, researchers found that the type and abundance of bacteria found in the mouth may be linked to lung cancer risk...

COVID-19 linked to rare but severe eye infection

In a new study, researchers found a rare, sight-stealing infection that might be triggered by COVID-19. In the space of two months, three patients suffering...

This drug can be highly effective in treating COVID-19, study shows

In a new study, researchers found that the drug remdesivir is likely to be a highly effective antiviral against SARS-CoV-2. They described giving the drug...

Compound in this herb may help treat pancreatic cancer

In a new study, researchers found a compound derived from the thunder god vine—an herb used in China to treat joint pain, swelling and...

This study makes big COVID-19 drug breakthrough

In a recent study at the University of St Andrews and elsewhere, researchers found that a new inhalation treatment for preventing the spread of...

This study shows a new way to prevent hair loss

Hair follicle stem cells, which boost hair growth, can prolong their life by switching their metabolic state. In a new study, researchers found that a...