New contact lenses may help track, treat diabetes
In a new study, researchers show that contact lenses could monitor diabetes and deliver medications in the near future.
The new lenses were designed to...
These two things may offer clues on how to treat COVID-19
In a new study, researchers found that cytokine storms may affect the severity of COVID-19 cases by lowering T cell counts.
They examined coronavirus cases...
High blood pressure drugs safe for people with COVID-19
In a new study, researchers found that common high blood pressure drugs did not increase the risk of contracting COVID-19, or of developing severe...
Gum disease linked to hardened arteries, stroke
Gum disease is a chronic bacterial infection that affects the soft and hard structures supporting the teeth and is linked to inflammation.
Inflammation appears to...
Common painkiller may have a big impact on liver health
Ibuprofen belongs to a group of drugs called nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, or NSAIDs, widely used over the counter to treat pain and fever.
It’s well-established...
Scientists develop a new way to treat chronic pain
In a new study, researchers have developed a new way to treat chronic pain.
With a compound designed and developed by the researchers themselves, they...
New blood test may predict Alzheimer’s disease early
A new blood testing technique could help researchers detect Alzheimer’s disease before symptoms start or in its early stages.
Alzheimer’s disease is an age-related brain...
COVID-19 virus could infect your intestines
In a new study, researchers have found that the coronavirus SARS-CoV-2, which causes COVID-19, can infect cells of the intestine and multiply there.
Using state-of-the-art...
Scientists find how to help people avoid severe COVID-19 symptoms
In a new study, researchers found that temporarily suppressing the body's immune system during the early stages of COVID-19 could help a patient avoid...
Older men with this health condition are more likely to develop diabetes
In a new study, researchers found that older men who have lower lean body mass as they age are more prone to developing diabetes,...