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Widely used blood pressure drugs may increase death risk in breast cancer

In a recent study at Flinders University in Australia, researchers found a link between beta-blockers and survival outcomes in some breast cancer patients. Beta-blockers, commonly...

These people may have high risk of symptomless COVID-19 infection

In a new study, researchers found that grocery store employees are likely to be at heightened risk of COVID-19 infection, with those in customer-facing...

Taking aspirin every day may increase cancer growth in older people

In a recent study at Monash University in Melbourne, researchers found that a daily, low dose of aspirin may increase the risk for development...

Good sleep habits may help lower your heart failure risk

In a new study, researchers found that people with the healthiest sleep patterns had a 42% lower risk of heart failure regardless of other...

How COVID-19 is harming those who are not infected

The pandemic has impacted farmers, children, plant workers and even office workers in unique ways that go beyond physical illness. In several new studies, researchers...

Scientists find a new method to prevent Alzheimer’s disease

In a new study, researchers found that stimulating humans' sense of smell may help prevent conditions such as Alzheimer's Disease. The research was conducted by...

Scientists find long-lasting immunity after mild or asymptomatic COVID-19 infection

In a new study, researchers found evidence of protective immunity in people up to four months after mild or asymptomatic COVID-19. They analyzed antibody and...

Scientists find the root cause of a deadly brain cancer

In a new study, researchers are hopeful that the identification of the origin and a specific gene needed for tumor growth could lead to...

Scientists find a new way to predict which COVID-19 patients will get worse

A patient enters the hospital struggling to breathe— they have COVID-19. Their healthcare team decides to admit them to the hospital. Will they be one...

Brush your teeth to protect your heart health

In a recent study, researchers found that brushing teeth frequently is linked with lower risks of atrial fibrillation and heart failure. The research was conducted...