Scientists find a new early sign of Alzheimer’s disease
In a new study, researchers found that abnormally hyperactive areas in the brain may help better predict the onset of Alzheimer's disease.
They found that...
Scientists develop a new method to detect pancreatic cancer
In a new study, researchers found a protein found commonly in human blood might help with the detection of hard-to-diagnose pancreatic tumors.
They developed an...
Common painkillers can boost or suppress COVID-19 depending on timing
In a new study, researchers found that non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) can reduce both antibody and inflammatory responses to SARS-CoV-2 infection.
They found taking NSAIDs...
Scientists find big differences between mild vs. severe COVID-19 cases
A big question on people's minds these days: How long does immunity to SARS-CoV-2 last following infection?
In a new study, researchers found an interesting...
This depression drug may protect you from severe COVID-19
In a recent study from the Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, researchers found that the antidepressant fluvoxamine seems to prevent COVID-19...
This type of food linked to lower risks of high blood pressure, diabetes
In a recent study published in BMJ Open Diabetes Research & Care, researchers at McMaster University found eating at least two daily servings of dairy...
Saturated fats may not cause heart disease, study shows
A key controversy is the role of saturated fats in health and disease.
Saturated fats are known to increase blood cholesterol levels, and increased blood...
Blood pressure management in this way can be effective and low-cost
In a new study, researchers found that at-home blood pressure monitoring using a web-based system offering personalized support and linked to a remote healthcare...
Why the COVID-19 variants are so dangerous and how to stop them spreading
With new, more infectious variants of COVID-19 detected around the world, and at New Zealand’s border, the risk of further level 3 or 4...
Being fat linked to worse heart health even you exercise a lot
In a new study, researchers found that physical activity does not undo the negative effects of excess body weight on heart health.
This was the...