Scientists find how to predict Alzheimer’s disease-like memory loss before it appears
In a recent study from Gladstone Institutes, researchers showed that particular patterns of brain activity can predict far in advance whether Alzheimer’s-like memory deficits...
Scientists find new way to detect breast cancer more accurately
In a new study, researchers have developed a new way to more accurately detect breast cancer in patients undergoing breast-conserving surgery.
The study will strongly...
These four things may increase your risk of coronavirus
Immunocompromised is a broad term reflecting the fact someone’s immune system isn’t as strong and balanced as it should be.
Because immunocompromised people’s immune systems...
Obesity is a key risk factor for type 2 diabetes, regardless of genetics
In a new study, researchers found that obesity increases the risk of developing type 2 diabetes by at least 6 times, regardless of genetic...
Obesity may increase your risk of severe COVID-19
In two new studies, researchers found that obesity may put even younger people at higher risk of more severe COVID-19 and increase the death...
More than half of Americans may receive inappropriate opioid treatments
Previous research shows that widespread opioid overprescribing contributed to the opioid epidemic.
In a new study, researchers found that this dangerous trend has apparently been...
‘Stay at home’ rules during COVID-19 do not apply to heart attacks
In a new scientific statement, researchers suggest that people experiencing heart attacks should immediately phone the emergency services—even during the COVID-19 pandemic.
They say that...
Aspirin may help reduce risks of pancreatic and liver cancers
In a new study, researchers found aspirin is linked to a reduction in the risk of developing several cancers of the digestive tract, including...
Getting through COVID-19 pandemic when you have a mental health condition
Practical tips and online support can help people with depression, anxiety and other conditions cope.
Living with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, PTSD and other mental...
This study shows two prebiotics may help treat colon cancer, skin cancer
Mucin is a protein that is part of the mucus found in our intestine and other tissues. Inulin is a fiber found in plants...