This study shows dozens of existing drugs could kill cancer cells
In a recent study at MIT and elsewhere, researchers found that drugs for diabetes, inflammation, alcoholism — and even for treating arthritis in dogs...
COVID-19 antibodies can last at least three months after infection
Coronavirus antibodies can last at least three months after a person becomes infected with the virus that causes COVID-19, according to a new study...
Inflammation linked to this brain disease in older people
In a new study, researchers found a link between inflammation and specific genetic mutations in Parkinson's patients.
The study highlights two biomarkers that could be...
Scientists develop new vaccine to benefit older people and people with diabetes
According to the World Health Organisation, tuberculosis (TB) is one of the top 10 causes of death worldwide, and the leading cause of a...
Stroke and heart attack risks increase after a flu, study shows
Heart attack risk increases quickly after a flu-like illness, while stroke risk rises slower, according to new research.
The study, published in the Journal of...
Scientists find a new way to stop COVID-19 infection, prevent severe organ damage
While the world waits eagerly for a safe and effective vaccine to prevent infections from the COVID-19 pandemic, researchers also are focusing on better...
Antibiotics may not be a good choice for some appendicitis patients
Antibiotics may be a good choice for some, but not all, patients with appendicitis, according to results from the Comparing Outcomes of antibiotic Drugs...
New tech could offer faster, cheaper and mobile COVID-19 diagnosis
Technology that helps to quickly extract and analyze genetic material could be used for cheap, accurate and mobile COVID-19 testing, including at airports and...
Early physical therapy could help treat back pain with sciatica
For people who experience back pain with sciatica, meaning their pain radiates into their leg, it may be worthwhile to start physical therapy right...
Should you do self breast exams
The American Cancer Center’s guidance is clear:
Finding breast cancer early and getting state-of-the-art cancer treatment are the most important strategies to prevent deaths from...