Scientists find possible blood-clotting cause in COVID-19
Why so many COVID-19 patients get blood clots (thrombosis) remains uncertain.
In a new study, researchers have identified a mechanism they believe to be implicated.
A...
Cholesterol-lowering drugs may strongly reduce death risk in older people
Many studies have shown that statins can prevent heart attacks, strokes, and death in middle-aged adults.
But in 28 major clinical trials of statins, only...
What to expect when COVID-19 meets flu season
The return of “hoodie weather” tells us autumn is just around the corner. So, too, is influenza season. And this year, the flu will...
This health problem may increase fall risk in older people with diabetes
Hypoglycemia is a health condition in which the blood sugar (glucose) level is lower than normal.
In a new study, researchers found severe hypoglycemia is...
COVID-19 patients who use ventilators can have permanent nerve damage
Severely ill COVID-19 patients on ventilators are placed in a prone (face down) position because it's easier for them to breathe and reduces mortality.
But...
Red hot meat: the wrong recipe for heart disease
In a new study, researchers found new evidence that high-heat caramelization could be bad for health.
They found that consuming red and processed meat increased...
What you need to know about Lewy body dementia
Lewy body dementia was highlighted in the news twice this week with the death of Hall of Fame pitcher Tom Seaver from Lewy body...
COVID-19 has tripled depression rate in US
In a new study, researchers found 27.8% of U.S. adults had depression symptoms as of mid-April, compared to 8.5% before the COVID-19 pandemic.
They also...
Post-COVID syndrome can severely damage children’s hearts
In a new review study, researchers found multisystem inflammatory syndrome in children (MIS-C), believed to be linked to COVID-19, damages the heart to such...
Permanent hair dye may slightly increase risk of some cancers
In a new study, researchers found women who use permanent hair dye products to color their hair at home do not experience greater risk...