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This vaccine could prevent the worst symptoms of COVID-19

In a new study, researchers found that the MMR (measles, mumps, rubella) vaccine could serve as a preventive tool to dampen inflammation linked to...

Older people need to pay attention to this thyroid problem

A recent study from the University of Maryland and elsewhere found that older adults with hypothyroidism face an elevated risk of death. Hypothyroidism occurs when...

Drinking coffee every day may help prevent this heart disease

In a new study, researchers found that regular coffee drinking is linked to a much lower risk for arrhythmias, a problem with the rate...

This breakthrough discovery can transform prostate cancer treatment

In a new study, researchers found that a novel formulation of the prostate cancer drug abiraterone acetate – currently marketed as Zytiga - will...

New probiotic formula may fight COVID-19 by boosting gut health

In a new study, researchers developed a probiotic formula that aims to target gut imbalance, thereby offering hope of boosting immunity against COVID-19 and...

Scientists find a new cause of COVID-19 death

In a new study, researchers found an important biomarker that predicts a crisis in COVID-19 patients that could lead to death. The research was conducted...

Signs of being prone to type 2 diabetes are already visible at age 8

In a new study, researchers found that early signs of being more susceptible to type 2 diabetes as an adult can be seen in...

Scientists find clear signs of brain injury with severe COVID-19

In a new study, researchers found that certain patients who receive hospital care for coronavirus infection (COVID-19) exhibit clinical and neurochemical signs of brain...

Will cancer treatment cause heart failure? This new test can tell

In a new study, researchers have developed a technique to predict whether cancer patients receiving a common chemotherapy drug are likely to experience heart...

Processed meat with this stuff may lead to higher cancer risk than others

A recent study from Queen’s University Belfast found that processed meat containing sodium nitrite – a preservative used to extend shelf life and enhance...