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Frequently asked patient questions about the Covid-19 vaccine

This FAQ from the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology is provided to help answer patient questions about COVID-19 vaccines. These recommendations are based...

This healthy diet may cut your diabetes risk by nearly one third

In a recent study from Brigham and Women’s Hospital, researchers examined more than 25,000 women’s diets. They found that women who adhered to a Mediterranean...

Some bone disease drugs may protect you from COVID-19

Osteoporosis is a condition where bones become thin, weak and fragile, such that even a minor bump or accident can cause a broken bone. In...

This study finds root causes of severe COVID-19 and may save more patients

People infected by the COVID-19 virus can have symptoms that range from mild to deadly. In two recent studies published on Science, researchers at Rockefeller...

COVID-19 can increase death risk in pregnant women

In a new study, researchers found that contracting COVID-19 while pregnant can have deadly consequences for the mother. They found that the COVID-19 mortality rate...

High blood pressure in women often mistaken for menopause

In a new paper, researchers found that up to 50% of women develop high blood pressure before the age of 60 but the symptoms—for...

Scientists develop new treatment to fight pancreatic cancer

In a new study, researchers have developed a powerful therapeutic platform that uses a modified virus for the treatment of pancreatic cancer. By using the...

This diet could help reduce high blood pressure in older people

Maintaining healthy blood pressure is a key component for healthy living. Heart disease is the leading cause of death, and high blood pressure is a...

New study shows the best ways to reduce COVID-19 spread

In a recent study at the Medical University of Vienna, researchers found that less-intrusive, non-drug interventions to limit the spread of COVID-19 can be...

Aspirin may boost survival in these two cancers

In a new study, researchers found that aspirin use may improve survival for bladder and breast cancer. The research was conducted by a team from...