Scientists find old drugs that may help people quit smoking
In a study from Penn State College of Medicine and elsewhere, scientists found drugs like dextromethorphan, used to treat coughs caused by cold and...
E-cigarette users have greater lung inflammation than cigarette smokers
Scientists found that electronic cigarette (e-cigarette) users have greater lung inflammation than cigarette smokers and non-smokers.
Dual COVID and flu vaccination can reduce your infection risk
In a study from the University of North Florida and elsewhere, scientists found dual COVID-19 and seasonal influenza vaccinations are linked to reduced infection...
The US saw 1.1 million gun deaths in the past 30 years
In a study from Emory University, scientists found in the past 30 years, the US saw 1.1 million gun deaths.
This is the first analysis...
COVID or the common cold? What to do if you have symptoms this Christmas
There’s a lot to be jolly about this Christmas. COVID has been significantly, although not completely, “defanged”, thanks to vaccines and treatments.
Christmas dos, nativity...
What’s new with the flu? Here are 7 things to know
Don't call it a comeback if it was never really gone, but the flu is poised for a breakout year.
Like the killer in a...
Deaths from firearms are reaching unprecedented levels
Firearm-related violence and suicides have been on the rise since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic.
In a study from Emory University and Boston Children's...
Marijuana smokers show higher risk of airway diseases than tobacco smokers
Scientists found marijuana smokers have a higher rate of emphysema and airway diseases compared to cigarette smokers.
Vaping and smoking may damage blood vessels
Long-term use of e-cigarettes or vaping, can strongly impair the function of the body's blood vessels, increasing the risk for heart disease.
Why some people are mosquito magnets
It’s impossible to hide from a female mosquito—she will hunt down any member of the human species by tracking our CO2 exhalations, body heat,...