Wuhan coronavirus links origin to wild animals
The consumption of wildlife in China may be the main driver of the country’s coronavirus outbreak, says a Virginia Tech expert.
“It’s not surprising that...
This stuff in body fat offers a new way to treat type 2 diabetes
About 30 million people in the United States have diabetes, and up to 95% of these individuals have the type 2 form of the...
This common painkiller may help treat deadliest infectious disease
Tuberculosis—which affects a third of the global population—currently kills two million people every year.
The spread of multi-drug resistant strains means antibiotics are becoming less...
Scientists find two effective ways to quickly restore normal heart rhythm
In a new study, researchers found that two ways of quickly restoring normal heart rhythm in patients with acute atrial fibrillation in the emergency...
Parkinson’s disease may start before birth
In a new study, researchers found that people who develop Parkinson's disease before age 50 may have been born with disordered brain cells that...
This prescription drug could reduce symptoms of autism
In a new study, researchers found that bumetanide—a prescription drug for oedema (the build-up of fluid in the body) - improves some of the...
This stuff in blood could protect against heart failure, kidney damage
Chronic kidney disease and heart failure are critical medical problems worldwide, and are closely associated with a phenomenon known as "cardiorenal syndrome."
The relationship between...
This drug could protect heart health in people with type 2 diabetes
In a new study, researchers found that all type 2 diabetes patients are likely to achieve cardiovascular protection from the use of SGLT2 inhibitors.
The...
More U.S. adults get colon cancer at age 49-50
In a new study, researchers did a year-by-year age analysis of colorectal cancer rates among U.S. adults and found a 46% increase in new...
Horseback riding may benefit kids with autism, ADHD
In a new study, researchers found that horseback riding combined with brain-building exercises can improve the dexterity, coordination, and strength of children with autism,...