Cinnamon may help improve blood sugar, prevent type 2 diabetes
In a new study, researchers found cinnamon improves blood sugar control in people with prediabetes and could slow the progression to type 2 diabetes.
The research was conducted by...
Asymptomatic spread could make the COVID-19 pandemic longer and worse
In a new study, researchers found the asymptomatic spread of the coronavirus is likely both common and significant.
The finding may help dispel lingering doubts...
This study shows a new cause of high blood pressure
High blood pressure affects more than 1.5 billion people worldwide and is arguably the leading preventable cause of heart disease and stroke.
Primary aldosteronism is...
A better way to prevent COVID-19 than face masks: Face shields
A recent study from the University of Iowa found that face shields might replace masks as a more comfortable and more effective deterrent to...
More people should get lung cancer screenings, and sooner
A Rogel Cancer Center lung doctor discusses recommendations that annual screenings start at age 50 for current and former smokers with 20 “pack years”.
A...
This new sensor may detect COVID-19 in the air much faster
In a new study, researchers have developed a new sensor that could detect COVID-19 particles in the air fast.
The research was conducted by a...
Regular exercise could prevent high blood pressure, even in areas of high air pollution
In a new study, researchers found people who regularly exercise tend to have a lower risk of high blood pressure, even if they live...
UK’s vaccine against COVID-19 is safe and promising, study finds
In a new study, researchers report promising early-stage results from a phase 1/2 clinical trial of the UK's vaccine candidate against SARS-CoV-2 (the virus...
Scientists find new drug for blinding eye disease in older people
In a new study, researchers have shown that the blood protein vitronectin is a promising drug target for dry age-related macular degeneration (AMD), a...
This new test for heart failure could also help people with COVID-19
In a new study, researchers found a new blood test that reliably predicts outcomes for heart failure patients could lead to new diagnostics and...