This study shows a new way to cure blindness
About 170 million people worldwide live with age-related macular degeneration, which strikes one in 10 people over the age of 55.
About 1.7 million people...
Vitamin D linked to lower COVID-19 virus death rate, new study shows
In a new study, researchers found an association between low levels of vitamin D and high numbers of COVID-19 cases and death rates across...
How to control diabetes apart from blood sugar levels
When you have diabetes, there’s a lot of emphasis on controlling your blood sugar levels.
And just as important, you and the health-care team caring...
7 surprising facts about common arthritis you need to know
For many people ages 50 and over, pain and swelling in the hip, knee, fingers or feet may be signs of osteoarthritis, the most...
This new drug may help prevent liver damage caused by a high-fat diet
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that there are 4.5 million adults in the U.S. diagnosed with the liver disease...
Common anti-inflammation drug may increase high blood pressure risk
Hypertension, or high blood pressure, affects one in five adults around the world and can have significant negative health effects.
Previous studies have reported a...
Being overweight in life could increase risks of heart disease and diabetes
In a new study, researchers found that the link between childhood obesity and increased risk of coronary artery disease and type 2 diabetes is...
These common drugs may improve survival in people with COVID-19
In a new study, researchers found that treating hospitalized COVID-19 patients with anticoagulants—blood thinners that slow down clotting—may improve their chances of survival.
The study...
These foods in common U.S. diets linked to inflammatory bowel disease
In a new study, researchers found that foods, such as French fries, cheese, cookies, soda, and sports and energy drinks, are commonly found in...
Scientists find 14 mutations to the COVID-19 virus, one might be more easily spread
In a new study, researchers have found 14 mutations to the SARS-CoV-2 virus, one of which they suspect might be more easily spread.
The research...