UK variant of COVID-19 spreading rapidly in United States
In a new study, researchers found that the faster-spreading B.1.1.7 variant of COVID-19 virus first detected in the United Kingdom is quickly on its...
Drinking cocoa may protect your heart in stress
In a new study, researchers found that increased consumption of flavanols—a group of molecules in fruit and vegetables—could protect people from mental stress-induced stroke,...
Aspirin may lower colon cancer risk if you take it early
In a recent study at Massachusetts General Hospital, researchers found that aspirin can help lower colon cancer risk in older people, but the age...
This depression drug could effectively reduce PTSD
In a recent study from Mount Sinai, researchers found that repeated intravenous (IV) ketamine infusions strongly reduce symptom severity in people with chronic post-traumatic...
Common Alzheimer’s drug could slower cognitive decline
Cholinesterase inhibitors are a group of drugs recommended for the treatment of Alzheimer's disease, but their effects on cognition have been debated.
In a new...
Help stop the spread of COVID-19 and protect your family
The COVID-19 pandemic requires that we remain vigilant in our daily lives until we can safely return to everyday activities.
We can each take some...
This common drug may prevent deadly inflammation in COVID-19
In a new study, researchers found that a widely available and inexpensive drug targeting inflammatory genes may reduce mortality in COVID-19.
They reported that the...
Majority of children with autism may be ‘doing well’
In a new study, researchers found that positive outcomes for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) are more common than previously thought.
This is is...
For women: The FDA gives tips to prevent heart disease
More women die from heart disease than from any other cause: about one in five American women, according to the Centers for Disease Control and...
Common bowel disease may increase your risk of mental problems
In a new study, researchers found inflammatory bowel disease is linked to an increased risk for psychiatric disorders and suicide attempts.
The research was conducted...