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Depression, but not anxiety, is linked to inflammation

Anxiety and depression are often linked and assumed to be closely related. But in a new study, researchers have found for the first time that...

Scientists find a better way to detect prediabetes

In a new study, researchers have developed a patch of needles connected to a paper sensor for diagnosing conditions such as prediabetes. Luckily, this patch...

This mental problem linked to a higher COVID-19 risk

In a new study, researchers found that people with substance use disorders are more susceptible to COVID-19 and its complications. The findings suggest that health...

Common liver drug may effectively treat dementia

In a new study, researchers found a drug used to treat cirrhosis of the liver may be an effective treatment for a form of...

This tiny antibody component could effectively fight COVID-19

In a new study, researchers have isolated the smallest biological molecule to date that completely and specifically neutralizes the COVID-19 virus. This antibody component, which...

This healthy diet may lower heart disease risk

In a new study, researchers found that a Pesco-Mediterranean diet rich in plants, nuts, whole grains, extra-virgin olive oil, and fish and/or seafood is...

Exercise may reduce colon cancer growth

In a new study, researchers found exercise may play a role in reducing the growth of colon cancer cells. They found that after a short...

COVID-19 patients with this sleep problem may have worse outcomes

In a new study, researchers found people who have been diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea could be at increased risk of adverse outcomes from...

Protein snack at night could increase blood sugar in the morning

Having high blood sugar levels after eating is linked to health problems, such as diabetes, heart disease, and obesity. Previous research has shown that a...

Common blood thinner drug may help treat COVID-19, study shows

SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, uses a surface spike protein to latch onto human cells, and initiate infection. In a recent study at Rensselaer...