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Obesity can increase risk for dangerous lung clots in COVID-19

In a new study, researchers found that obesity makes COVID-19 worse and may lead to deadly blood clots in the lungs. They said that obese...

Scientists find a better way to manage COVID-19 pandemic

In a new study, researchers found that an alternating cycle of 50 days of strict lockdown followed by 30 days of easing could be...

New vaccine shows promise in protecting against COVID-19

With more than 5 million confirmed cases globally and more than 320,000 deaths from COVID-19, much remains unknown about SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes...

Cannabis hemp oil may effectively treat chronic neuropathic pain

In a new study, researchers examine the effectiveness of consuming hemp oil extracted from the whole Cannabis plant. They found legal Cannabis hemp oil reduced...

Single dose cannabis THC may lead to depression, anxiety, and psychotic symptoms

Cannabis is one of the most widely used psychoactive substances worldwide, with 6-7% of the population in Europe using it every year, over 15%...

This tree seed may help treat diabetes, obesity

In a recent study from Kumamoto University in Japan, researchers found that Melinjo seed extract (MSE) stimulates the production of adiponectin, a beneficial hormone...

Could cord blood therapy treat autism effectively?

In a new study, researchers tested whether a single infusion of a unit of a child's own or donor cord blood could improve social...

This test could detect virus-killing antibodies in an hour

In a new study, researchers have developed a new blood test for neutralizing antibodies against SARS-CoV2, the virus that causes COVID-19. The surrogate virus neutralization...

These 3 approved drugs could curb COVID-19 virus growth

In a new study, researchers found that three drugs that are already approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) or other international agencies...

Higher fiber helps people with diabetes live longer, but food processing may remove benefits

In two new studies, researchers found that eating more fiber can improve life expectancy for those with diabetes. But food processing may remove these benefits. The...