Scientists find new way to help people quit cannabis
In a new study, researchers found that prescribed CBD could help people quit cannabis.
They found that prescribed doses of the non-intoxicating constituent part of...
Heart injury seen in many people in early recovery from COVID-19
In a new study, researchers found many patients recently recovered from COVID-19 infection have signs of heart injury.
The research was conducted by a team...
A big step toward blood test for Alzheimer’s disease
In a new study, researchers have developed a technique to detect minute amounts of a protein fragment linked to Alzheimer’s disease in the blood.
The...
Even milder COVID-19 can cause prolonged illness
In a new study, researchers found that even among persons with milder outpatient illness, COVID-19 can result in a prolonged illness.
The research was conducted...
This study shows new treatment for severe dry eye disease
Sjögren’s Syndrome causes a patient’s white blood cells to attack the body’s tear and saliva glands, causing severe dry eyes and mouth.
The dry and...
Autism linked to this mental disease, study shows
A recent study at University College London found that autistic traits in childhood come before behaviors characteristic of eating disorders, and so could be...
8 things to know about the worldwide hunt for a COVID-19 vaccine
With more than 100 teams around the world racing to find a vaccine against SARS-CoV-2, including three at the University of Alberta, what are...
This type of men more likely to develop high blood pressure
In a new study, researchers found that working men with higher incomes are more likely to develop high blood pressure.
They suggest men with higher...
These vaccines linked to lower risk of Alzheimer’s disease
In three new studies, researchers found Flu (influenza) and pneumonia vaccinations are linked to a reduced risk of Alzheimer's disease.
The research was conducted by...
Yale study finds new way to predict and treat severe COVID-19
In a new study, researchers found that the differing immune system responses of patients with COVID-19 can help predict who will experience moderate and...