This arthritis drug could effectively treat sickest COVID-19 patients
In a new study, researchers found that critically ill COVID-19 patients treated with an arthritis drug are significantly more likely to have improved outcomes.
They...
WHO experts advise against use of drug remdesivir for COVID-19
In a new study, the antiviral drug remdesivir is not suggested for patients admitted to hospital with COVID-19, regardless of how severely ill they...
This vitamin level may help predict your future health risks and death
Vitamin D deficiency is linked to multiple serious health conditions as people get older.
The problem is common in Europe, especially in elderly people. It...
This drug may reduce death risk in people with type 2 diabetes and COVID-19
In a new study, researchers found that sitagliptin, a drug to lower blood sugar in type 2 diabetes, also improves survival in diabetic patients...
Flu shot reduces risk of death for people with heart disease
For people who have heart disease, getting a flu shot greatly reduces the risk of dying or developing serious heart-related complications, a new analysis...
Inconsistent mealtimes may increase heart disease risk
To stay healthy, don't just watch what you eat – watch when you eat it.
New research is driving that point home by looking at...
Vitamin D supplements may lower your risk of developing advanced cancer
In a new study, researchers found that taking vitamin D supplements may reduce the risk of developing advanced cancer.
The research was conducted by a...
Scientists find three drugs as possible treatments for COVID-19
In a new study, researchers have identified three drugs, already approved for other uses in humans, as possible therapeutics for COVID-19, the illness caused...
Alzheimer’s disease may start much earlier than previously assumed, study shows
Alzheimer's disease develops over decades.
It begins with a fatal chain reaction in which masses of misfolded beta-amyloid proteins are produced that in the end...
These 2 common health problems may increase risk of COVID-19 brain damage
In a new study, researchers found that some patients with COVID-19 are at higher risk of brain complications like bleeding in the brain and...