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Jul 23, 2021 … BRISBANE, Australia — Fear of spiders, or arachnophobia, is one of the most common phobias. According to a new study, however, our eight-legged friends may turn out to be life savers. Researchers from the University of Queensland report that venom from one particular type of spider is the integral ingredient in a new life-saving treatment for…

Jul 21, 2021 … LAUSANNE, Switzerland — A new study finds more physical activity and less time spent in front of the television can help reduce the risk of developing obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) significantly. Conducted by the European Lung Foundation, this study is the first to investigate the connection between physical activity, sedentary behavior, and OSA risk all at…

Jul 20, 2021 … HAMILTON, Ontario — Blood clots have become an often-discussed health concern recently due to reports that some patients receiving the COVID-19 vaccination are experiencing clotting issues. Now, however, researchers from McMaster University have discovered a new treatment that may revolutionize blood clot prevention. The team reports that a single dose of abelacimab is capable of preventing…

Jul 19, 2021 … SAN DIEGO, Calif. — Can COVID-19 really make its way into the human brain? It’s a question that’s been on scientists’ minds for over a year. Now, a new study reveals that it is indeed possible for SARS-CoV-2 to infect certain brain cells. The revelation could go a long way to explaining the seemingly never-ending symptoms…

Jul 17, 2021 … BOSTON — Obsessive compulsive disorder can be disruptive to the lives of patients along with their family friends. But there may be a new, painless treatment that could put an end to the frustrating condition. According to new research, those who suffer from OCD or even related conditions like gambling or shopping addiction could potentially…

Jul 17, 2021 … CAMBRIDGE, England — A study on childhood insulin levels shows that the link between physical and mental illness is closer than previously thought. Researchers at the University of Cambridge reveal that persistently high insulin levels in mid-childhood are tied to the development of psychosis in adulthood. The study also finds an increase in body mass…

Jul 13, 2021 … MEDFORD, Mass. — Eating brown breads or other whole grain foods are not only good for your waist line, but may also defend against heart disease and diabetes, a new study finds. Researchers from Tufts University add older adults who eat at least three servings of whole grains a day enjoy a lower blood pressure…

Jul 12, 2021 … STANFORD, Calif. — An “aging clock” that can predict a person’s likelihood of death and disease may be sitting in the human immune system. Researchers at Stanford Medicine say the natural timing device diagnoses life-threatening illnesses years before symptoms develop. It’s even more accurate than the number of candles on your birthday cake and can…

Jul 11, 2021 … TEL AVIV, Israel — Common prescription drugs that are not antibiotics can increase the risk of patients developing antibiotic resistance, new research shows.  Such medications, including those used in cancer chemotherapy and to treat digestive and heart problems, may put patients at risk of certain types of infection from drug-resistant bacteria. The new study finds…

Jul 07, 2021 … BOULDER, Colo. — A five-minute workout that scientists call “strength training for your breathing muscles” is proving to lower blood pressure as well as or even better than traditional exercise and prescription drugs. Researchers from the University of Colorado-Boulder say this groundbreaking exercise makes use of a hand-held device which provides resistance as the user breathes.…

Jul 05, 2021 … DALLAS, Texas — Is your bank account the best tool for measuring your heart health? A new study certainly suggests as much, at least for middle-aged adults. Researchers from UT Southwestern Medical Center report a decline in wealth and personal finances during midlife may increase the odds of a cardiac event or heart disease later…

Jul 03, 2021 … BUFFALO, N.Y. — It’s not easy to be on your feet all day in your elder years, but the American Heart Association warns that older women who spend too much time sitting down are at a greater risk of heart troubles. A recent study reveals that women over 50 can cut their risk for heart…

Jun 29, 2021 … BEIJING, China — Lowering your blood pressure is a vital part of maintaining good heart health in the here and now. Unfortunately, a new study finds, for people with a history of hypertension, one year of normal blood pressure may be too little, too late to avoid heart disease. Researchers find people with healthy blood pressure…

Jun 26, 2021 … Stanford prof says treatment would offer long-term protection against heart disease, Alzheimer’s, and other health conditions. STANFORD, Calif. — A groundbreaking “superhero” vaccine inspired by the DNA code of Olympic athletes could help transform society over the next decade, a top genetic scientist claims. The vaccine would provide lifelong protection against three of the top…

Jun 26, 2021 … CAMBRIDGE, England — Back problems plague millions of people around the world and for many it seems like surgery feels inevitable. And even then, there’s no guarantee the problem will dissipate. But there may be a new, less invasive road to relief. Scientists have created an inflatable spinal cord implant that could cure severe back…

Jun 25, 2021 … CAMBRIDGE, United Kingdom — Artificial sweeteners are a common sight on diner and restaurant tables across the country. Now, a new study may make you think twice about reaching for a few packets. Researchers at Anglia Ruskin University report common artificial sweeteners may cause perfectly healthy gut bacteria to become diseased and invade the gut…

Jun 24, 2021 … STANFORD, Calif. — Around one in three people who contract COVID-19 go on to suffer some form of brain damage due to their illness. Now, a new study may have the answer to why this is happening. Researchers at Stanford Medicine say they have discovered “unmistakable signs” of inflammation and damaged brain circuits among patients who…

Jun 22, 2021 … GLASGOW, Scotland — The idea that people can be “fat but fit” is one that’s been long debated among health experts. But according to a new study, the ability to be in good shape and obese really is just wishful thinking. Researchers at the University of Glasgow say obese people with a healthy metabolic profile…

Jun 21, 2021 … TEL-AVIV, Israel — Marriages have their ups and downs, even the most successful and long-lasting ones. However, a new study finds there may be a lot of truth in the saying “happy wife, happy life” when it comes to men’s health. Researchers in Israel find men who view their marriage as being unsuccessful and unhappy…

Jun 21, 2021 … SAN ANTONIO, Texas — Hiccups can pop up when we least expect them and not all home remedies work for everyone. So if paper bags and holding our breath won’t work, does science have an answer? Researchers at The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio have come up with a new invention…

Jun 14, 2021 … BETHESDA, Md. — Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) typically attacks the neurological function of people in their 50s or 60s. However, a recent study has discovered a new, slow-developing form of the disease which attacks toddlers instead. While the news is frightening for any parent, researchers with the National Institutes of Health add they have also…