This universal flu vaccine may protect against 6 different flu viruses
In a new study, researchers found that a novel nanoparticle vaccine that combines two major influenza proteins is effective in providing broad, long-lasting protection...
Researchers find meaningful activity for people with Alzheimer’s disease
In a new study, researchers found that people with Alzheimer's disease prefer taking part in familiar activities that are emotionally meaningful over strictly task-oriented...
How to deal with varicose veins on your legs
Are there bluish-purple or red lines popping out on your legs?
Those could be varicose veins.
Varicose veins are swollen, twisted veins that lie just underneath...
This study shows the real cause of inflammation in type 2 diabetes
To date, the underlying causes of inflammation in obesity and type 2 diabetes have been poorly understood.
This has hampered efforts to develop treatments to...
This hormone may reduce irregular heartbeat, inflammation
As a healthy heart ages, it becomes more susceptible to cardiovascular diseases.
Though researchers have discovered that relaxin, an insulin-like hormone, suppresses atrial fibrillation (AF),...
Need to control your blood sugar? There’s a drink for that
More people with diabetes and pre-diabetes looking for strategies to help control blood sugar.
In a new study, researchers found that ketone monoester drinks—a popular...
Cannabis edibles may bring new health risks
In a new study, researchers say with the recent legalization of cannabis edibles in Canada, physicians, and the public must be aware of the...
Antipsychotic drugs may harm older people
In a new study, researchers suggest cautions about antipsychotic drugs for hospitalized older adults.
The research was conducted by a team at Beth Israel Deaconess...
This Indian herb may help lower blood sugar, treating diabetes
Alternative medicines are becoming increasingly popular for the treatment of chronic illness, primarily because of people’s perception that plant-based medicines are less toxic and...
Researchers find better way to overcome antibiotic resistance
Staphylococcus aureus bacteria are a major cause of serious infections that often persist despite antibiotic treatment.
In a recent study from the UNC School of...