Vitamin D alone cannot prevent bone fractures
In a new study, researchers found that taking calcium and vitamin D together may help older adults curb the risk of a bone fracture,...
This screening method could help cut prostate cancer death
In a new study, researchers found that nearly one in six deaths from prostate cancer could be prevented if targeted screening was introduced for...
Having naloxone on hand can save a life during an opioid overdose
Anyone can save a life during an opioid overdose with naloxone, a front-line defense in the nation's opioid crisis.
Naloxone is a life-saving drug that,...
Compound in green tea may help fight most deadly infectious disease
In a new study, researchers found that an antioxidant found in the green tea plant could become key to tackling tuberculosis one day.
The research...
Artificial sweeteners may be doing more harm than good to your health
In a new study, researchers found that a $2.2 billion industry to help people lose weight through artificial sweeteners may be contributing to type...
Researchers discover a new genetic brain disease
In a recent study from Manchester University and elsewhere, researchers have found a genetic brain disease that can cause paraplegia and epilepsy in sufferers.
The...
Common drug for high blood pressure may help treat Parkinson’s, dementia
Previous research has shown that Huntington’s, Parkinson’s and dementia have a common feature: Build-up of misfolded proteins.
In Huntington’s disease, the protein is huntingtin, and...
This ‘lemon’ could help machine learning create better drugs
One of the challenges in using machine learning for drug development is to create a process for the computer to extract needed information from...
Nearly a third of American adults have heartburn every week
In a new study, researchers found that gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), a digestive disorder that causes heartburn and other uncomfortable symptoms, may affect nearly...
This genetic score could detect stroke risk from birth
In a new study, researchers have shown that genetic data obtained from a single blood draw or saliva sample can identify individuals at a...