Scientists find a big cause of prostate cancer spread
In a new study, researchers found a lipid-regulating protein that conveys what the researchers describe as "superpowers" onto prostate cancer cells, causing them to...
This common health problem in older people may increase COVID-19 death risk
In a new study, researchers found frailty is as important as either age or underlying health issues in determining whether someone may die from...
Cannabis could offer immediate relief from depression, study shows
In a new study, researchers found that cannabis could provide immediate relief from depression symptoms.
The research was conducted by a team at The University...
COVID-19 virus can infect heart cells, new study shows
In a new study, researchers found that SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19 (coronavirus), can infect heart cells, indicating it may be possible for...
This exercise could boost blood vessel health, improve blood pressure
Essential hypertension—a type of high blood pressure that occurs without a known cause—is linked to an impaired ability of the blood vessels to dilate...
This dieting method could effectively prevent type 2 diabetes
Fatty liver has been thoroughly investigated as a known and frequently-occurring disease.
However, little is known about excess weight-induced fat accumulation in the pancreas and...
NOVID is the most accurate app for contact tracing
NOVID, a contact tracing app that anonymously traces users' exposure to COVID-19, is the first such app in the world to demonstrate the distance...
What you need to know about group testing for COVID-19
Hopes for a summertime reprieve from COVID-19 have been dashed as cases surged in June. As infections rise, so does the need for testing.
Dr....
To everything there is a season, including heart disease
A growing body of research suggests heart attacks, angina and other heart events increase during winter and summer.
Now, a new study could explain why.
Researchers...
COVID-19 death risk is double earlier estimates
In a new study, researchers estimate the infection death rate of COVID-19 more than double estimates from other countries, with the greatest risk to...