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These 2 drugs provide new hope to treat COVID-19

In a recent study from Harvard Medical School and elsewhere, researchers found that two existing drugs could inhibit the COVID-19 virus from infecting human...

How to manage seasonal allergies

Changing seasons bring a wide range of symptoms for allergy sufferers. Learn what you need to know about relieving your seasonal allergy symptoms. The transition...

Belly fat linked to higher risk of early death, regardless of your weight

It’s well known that carrying extra fat around your waist can be harmful to your health, bringing greater risk of developing illnesses such as...

Lockdown worsens the symptoms for people with bone, joint and muscle pain

People with bone, joint and muscle pain saw their symptoms worsen during lockdown—according to new research from the University of East Anglia. A new study...

One-size-fits-all is no fit for heart health

From Weight Watchers to wearable tech, there are messages encouraging people to stay fit and healthy. But in a new study, researchers found when it...

Common blood pressure drugs may increase breast cancer death risk

In a new study, researchers have found a link between beta-blockers and survival outcomes in some breast cancer patients. Beta-blockers, commonly used to manage high...

Scientists find a new cause of Alzheimer’s disease

In a new study, researchers found that late-onset Alzheimer's Disease is driven by epigenetic changes—how and when certain genes are turned on and off—in...

5 things everyone should know about the COVID-19 outbreak

Strict precautions could save lives as experts work on solutions. COVID-19 upended daily life in the United States this year as SARS-CoV-2, the virus spreading...

Scientists find a new therapy to restore cognitive function in the elderly

In a new study, researchers found fecal transplants could one day be used as a therapy to restore cognitive function in the elderly. They found...

COVID vs. flu vs. common cold: What you need to know

September marks the start of flu season, and with COVID-19 numbers still at dangerous levels, it’s now more crucial than ever to be vigilant about...