‘Natural killer’ cells could halt Parkinson’s progression
Researchers at the University of Georgia's Regenerative Bioscience Center and their colleagues have found that "natural killer" white blood cells could guard against the...
Breast milk may help prevent sepsis in preemies
A component of breast milk may help protect premature babies from developing sepsis, a fast-moving, life-threatening condition triggered by infection.
Researchers at Washington University School...
Hearing aids may help delay cognitive decline, improve brain function
In a new study, researchers found that wearing hearing aids may delay cognitive decline in older adults and improve brain function.
The research was conducted...
Scientists find a new way to reverse brain aging
More and more research shows that, with age, the filtration system that prevents molecules or infectious organisms in the blood from leaking into the...
Smog may shorten life span for those with heart failure
Study after study has concluded that air pollution could be bad for heart health.
For people already living with heart failure, new research shows it...
Why you should screen for hepatitis C virus (HCV)
In a new report, researchers recommend that clinicians screen all adults 18 to 79 for the hepatitis C virus (HCV).
The task force of national...
Misuse of opioids may change the brain permanently
A recent study from the University of California San Diego found that opioid dependence may produce permanent changes in the brain.
They reported that dependence...
Cambridge study shows brain inflammation linked to dementia
In a new study, researchers found that inflammation in the brain may be more widely implicated in dementia than was previously thought.
They say the...
Cancer and COVID-19: What you should know
The number of COVID-19 cases are expected to continue to grow across the globe in the upcoming months and that means more people will...
The best ways to kill coronavirus in your home
Your kitchen cabinet may already be stocked with cleaning agents that can kill coronavirus.
But not all chemicals will work, and none are as gentle...