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Study shows leading cause of death in diabetes

In a study from Imperial College London, scientists found cancer is the leading cause of death among people with diabetes. The researchers showed that between...

New COVID variants could emerge from animals or from people with chronic infections –...

As the COVID pandemic rolls on, we’re becoming all too familiar with the continued emergence of new variants. Some can thwart immunity from vaccines and...

Many people older than 50 get shingles after COVID-19 infection

In a study from GSK in Belgium, scientists found that adults aged 50 years or older have an increased risk of developing shingles after...

Powerful new antibody can fight all known COVID variants

In a study from Boston Children's Hospital, scientists developed a new broadly neutralizing antibody to improve our ability to defend against future variants. In tests,...

1 in 8 hospitalized COVID-19 patients suffer from serious brain damage

In a recent study from Boston University, scientists found about 13% of hospitalized COVID-19 patients have serious brain problems. Research has found that infection with...

New eye simulation method could reduce depression and dementia symptoms

Scientists from The University of Hong Kong and elsewhere found that the electrical stimulation of the eye surface could reduce depression-like symptoms and improve...

Is caffeine a friend or foe?

Caffeine jump-starts your day and puts a bounce in your step. It can help you focus, improve your mood and maybe even help you live...

Blueberries could lower heart disease risk in some older women

In a study from Colorado State University, scientists found that eating blueberries can lower the risk of heart disease in older women with high...

What happens inside artery plaque to trigger strokes

Heart attacks and strokes are leading causes of death in the United States, but scientists are still working to understand one of their primary...

Scientists find a new cause of heart disease

Scientists from The Second Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang University found a possible causal link between psoriasis and heart disease. They examined the potential causal link...