Scientists find how to help people avoid severe COVID-19 symptoms
In a new study, researchers found that temporarily suppressing the body's immune system during the early stages of COVID-19 could help a patient avoid...
Older men with this health condition are more likely to develop diabetes
In a new study, researchers found that older men who have lower lean body mass as they age are more prone to developing diabetes,...
This drug may boost recovery from severe COVID-19
In a new study, researchers found that drug remdesivir may speed time to clinical improvement for patients with severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2...
Why unemployment claims don’t capture the full economic impact of COVID-19
As the coronavirus pandemic continues to grow, few Americans have been left untouched.
Even those lucky enough to stay healthy are facing economic uncertainty or,...
Nicotine exposure alone could cause dangerous high blood pressure in lungs
In a new study, researchers found for the first time that chronic exposure to inhaled nicotine alone increases blood pressure (hypertension), in both the...
For people with diabetes and COVID-19, blood sugar control is key
In a new study, researchers found new evidence that people with type 2 diabetes (T2D) are at greater risk of a poor outcome if...
Scientists discover genetic cause of common vision loss
In a new study, researchers have identified a genetic mutation linked to a type of glaucoma, known as primary angle-closure glaucoma (PACG).
This could open...
Your high blood pressure medication: Is there a COVID-19 connection?
If you have high blood pressure you may have heard that certain medications could put you at higher risk for COVID-19 complications, but one...
Schizophrenia drug combined with radiation may help treat deadly brain tumors
In a new study, researchers have found that adding a drug once commonly used to treat schizophrenia to traditional radiation therapy helped improve overall...
This stuff in men’s supplements may strongly harm health
In a new study, researchers provide a careful analysis of the medical consequences of anabolic-androgenic steroid use in men.
Most body-image studies have focused on...