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Energy drinks can be really bad for your heart

Some energy drinks have adverse effects on the muscle cells of the heart, a new study shows. As reported in Food and Chemical Toxicology, cardiomyocytes—human...

New skin patch brings us closer to wearable, all-in-one health monitor

Engineers have developed a soft, stretchy skin patch that can be worn on the neck to continuously track blood pressure and heart rate while...

Zinc and vitamin C cannot help fight COVID-19

In a new study, researchers found that vitamin C and zinc supplements don't help COVID-19 patients recover from their illness. Giving one or the other,...

Death risk in COVID-19 3.5 times higher than in flu

In a new study, researchers found that the risk of death from COVID-19 was 3.5 times higher than from influenza. They found patients admitted to...

Scientists find a new way to treat heart attacks

In a new study, researchers found the protein receptor in specialized heart cells that, when removed, preserves cardiac function after a heart attack. This discovery...

Nightly sleep of 5 hours, less, may increase risk of dementia

In a new study, researchers examined the connection between sleep disturbances and deficiencies among older adults and the risk of dementia and death. They found...

Mid-life heart disease prevention may prevent later dementia

In a new study, researchers found that using heart disease prevention strategies in mid-life may delay or stop the brain alterations that can lead...

Cannabis provides pain relief for women with this health problem

In a new study, researchers found that some women desperate for relief from the chronic pain of endometriosis have found using cannabis provides more...

COVID-19 vaccinations: What you need to know about the second dose

In Canada, currently approved COVID-19 vaccines—from Moderna and Pfizer-BioNTech—have demonstrated remarkable efficacy based on two doses taken at specified intervals. But what happens if you...

This sleep issue may strongly harm your heart

Obstructive sleep apnea affects approximately 1 billion people worldwide. It is one of the most prevalent sleeping disorders, putting a great strain on national economies...