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Autism may be an autoimmune disorder, this study shows

Autism spectrum disorders affect one in 59 American children by age eight. With no known quantitative biological features, autism diagnoses are currently based on expert...

A ‘shocking’ new way to treat infections

Titanium has many properties that make it a great choice for use in implants. Its low density, high stiffness, high biomechnanical strength-to-weight ratio, and corrosion...

Flu shot may help fight cancer, new study shows

In a new study, researchers found that injecting tumors with influenza vaccines, including some FDA-approved seasonal flu shots, turns cold tumors to hot. This discovery...

Why metformin is a wonder drug for type 2 diabetes

Metformin is the most widely prescribed type 2 diabetes drug and has a powerful capacity to reduce body weight, fat mass, circulating glucose. It also...

Statins may do double duty on heart disease and cancer

About 40 million adults in the U.S. take a statin to lower their cholesterol and reduce the risk for heart disease. They might also be...

Our gut may help reduce inflammation, boost stroke recovery

In a new study, researchers found that the microorganisms in our gut could help protect brain cells from damage caused by inflammation after a...

Metabolic syndrome linked to high risk of blood clot

In a new study, researchers found that people with metabolic syndrome—a set of conditions including obesity, impaired glucose metabolism, elevated levels of fats and...

Why cholesterol-lowering drug statins cause muscle pain

The use of statin drugs to lower cholesterol, and ultimately reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease, has become widespread. Previous studies suggest that nearly half...

This common bladder drug may damage eye health and vision

Interstitial cystitis causes chronic pain in the bladder and pelvis area. More than 1 million people in the United States, mostly women, are estimated to...

These two things play crucial roles in surviving cancer

In a new review study, a researcher suggests high muscle mass and healthy diets play crucial roles in fighting against cancer. The study showed that...