Some people with COVID-19 still have coronavirus after symptoms disappear
In a new study, researchers found that half of the patients they treated for mild COVID-19 infection still had coronavirus for up to eight...
Common gut disease linked to substance use disorders
In a new study, researchers found that one in six persons with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) experience a substance use disorder in their lifetime.
The...
Yale expert: Coping with stress in the time of coronavirus
When facing the challenges presented by the current coronavirus pandemic, feeling stress is a normal reaction.
In fact, the experience of feeling stress is useful...
6 things you can do to prevent Alzheimer’s disease effectively
Alzheimer’s disease wreaks emotional havoc on patients, who are robbed of their memories, their dignity, and their lives.
It’s financially devastating as well: care for...
U.S. autism rates are higher than before, new study shows
In a new study, researchers found the prevalence of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) among 11 surveillance sites as 1 in 54 among children aged...
No proof anti-malarial drugs prevent novel coronavirus in humans
There’s worrying news around the world of people self-medicating at home with the drugs chloroquine and hydroxychloroquine to treat COVID-19.
There’s since been reports of...
New blood pressure monitoring method may benefit people with kidney disease
High blood pressure has a range of effects on the body that can influence both physical and mental health.
In two new studies, researchers found...
Severe COVID-19 may damage the heart
In a new study, researchers found that some severely ill COVID-19 patients sustain heart damage.
They found that among 416 patients hospitalized for severe COVID-19...
Marijuana may be too strong for pain relief, bringing health risks
In a new study, researchers found that more than 90% of the legal marijuana products offered in medical dispensaries are much stronger than what...
COVID-19: Understanding the basics of ‘herd immunity’
Dr. Eduardo Sanchez is the American Heart Association's chief medical officer for prevention and a former state health commissioner of Texas.
He has dealt...