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This existing drug could lower death rates in severe COVID-19

In a new study, researchers found that early in the global coronavirus pandemic, using steroids to combat COVID-19 in severely ill patients could have...

Recent diabetes and weight loss linked to higher pancreatic cancer risk

In a new study, researchers found that recently diagnosed diabetes accompanied by weight loss is linked to an increased risk for developing pancreatic cancer. The...

Low humidity increases COVID risk; another reason to wear a mask

In a new study, researchers found an association between lower humidity and an increase in community transmission. They focused on the Greater Sydney area during...

This study shows a new cause of colon cancer and how to prevent it

Colorectal cancer is the third most common and fourth most deadly type of cancer. Unfortunately, anti-cancer therapies, including immunotherapy, have relatively low effectiveness in...

This study shows how COVID-19 spreads in households

In a recent study at the University of Florida and elsewhere, researchers found the COVID-19 virus may spread more easily among people living together...

Drug hydroxychloroquine cannot prevent COVID-19, new evidence shows

In a new study, researchers have found new evidence that hydroxychloroquine (HCQ) is not a possible defense against COVID-19. They found that HCQ is not...

Compound in cashew shell may help repair damaged nerves

In a new study, researchers found a chemical compound in the shell of the cashew nut promotes the repair of myelin. Myelin is a protective...

UCSF scientists find how to detect diabetes with smartphones

In a new study, researchers have developed a 'digital biomarker' that would use a smartphone's built-in camera to detect Type 2 diabetes. It potentially provides...

People taking long-term painkillers may produce antibodies against the drugs

In a new study, researchers have discovered that a majority of back-pain patients they tested who were taking opioid painkillers produced anti-opioid antibodies. These antibodies...

Yale’s rapid COVID-19 saliva test receives FDA authorization

In a new study, a saliva-based laboratory diagnostic test developed to determine whether someone is infected with the novel coronavirus has been granted an...