How dexamethasone saves lives in severe COVID-19
Dexamethasone has become a crucial drug in treating severe COVID-19, but patients' responses to it vary widely.
Researchers at the German Center for Neurodegenerative Diseases...
Research shows an important cause of grey hair
In a recent study from Harvard University, scientists have uncovered an important cause of grey hair: stress.
The research team found that stress activates nerves...
Scientists link opioid use disorder to chronic pain
Scientists have long observed a connection between opioid use disorder (OUD) and chronic pain, but the brain mechanisms linking these conditions have remained unclear.
Researchers...
Fasting may boost cancer-fighting immune function
A new study from researchers at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) suggests that periods of fasting can enhance the ability of natural killer...
Common causes of valvular heart disease everyone needs to know
Valvular heart disease affects the valves of the heart, which are responsible for controlling blood flow in and out of the heart's chambers.
When these...
Simple steps to improve insulin resistance
Insulin resistance is a condition where the body’s cells do not respond well to insulin, a hormone that helps regulate blood sugar levels. This...
Where Alzheimer’s disease is most common in the US
A new study reveals that Alzheimer's disease is most prevalent in the East and Southeast regions of the United States.
This pattern may be due...
Understanding the common causes of thyroid cancer
Thyroid cancer is a type of cancer that starts in the thyroid gland, a small butterfly-shaped gland located at the base of the neck.
This...
Tips for relieving high blood pressure headaches
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, can cause headaches and discomfort. Managing these headaches is crucial for maintaining overall well-being and quality of...
Symptoms and treatments for metabolic disorders
Metabolic disorders are a group of conditions that occur when the body’s metabolism, the process of converting food into energy, doesn’t work properly.
These disorders...