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Mar 07, 2022 … HOUSTON, Texas — An implantable “drug factory” the size of a pinhead could cure a patient’s cancer in less than a week! Those are the findings of a new study by bioengineers at Rice University who say the new treatment can completely eradicate late-stage ovarian and colorectal cancers in as few as six days. The team…

Mar 05, 2022 … DALLAS — Sleep has been especially hard to come by for countless people over the past two years, which is certainly understandable. Between an ongoing pandemic and seemingly unrelenting inflation, there’s no shortage of topics to keep us up at night lately. You’ve probably already heard that exercising can help improve sleep issues, but now research…

Mar 02, 2022 … SYDNEY — Virtually every medicine is known to cause at least a few unintended side effects, but have you ever wondered how meds like aspirin or opioids may be affecting your immune system? Scientists from the University of Sydney investigated immune responses linked to acetaminophen (Tylenol), non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) like ibuprofen, and opioid analgesics with…

Feb 25, 2022 … NEW YORK, NY – A new study suggests e-cigarettes may increase your risk of developing gum disease. E-cigarettes impact the oral microbiome — a habitat of bacteria and other microbes in your mouth — making it more unhealthy than people who do not smoke. “To our knowledge, this is the first longitudinal study of oral…

Feb 22, 2022 … LONDON — “Long COVID” has become a common fear for coronavirus patients in the weeks and even months after their infection. However, new research in The British Medical Journal is revealing just how common new health issues are post-COVID among older individuals. Scientists report that close to a third of all older adults with COVID-19…

Feb 21, 2022 … Junk food, in a way, is as American as hot dogs and cheeseburger. Filling our bellies with candy and other sweet treats can feel like a traditional must whether we’re at the movies, an amusement park, or a child’s birthday party. Of course, in this health-centric day and age, we’re all aware (or at least…

Feb 21, 2022 … Chocolate has so many things wrapped up in each bite: deliciousness indulged in the moment, delightful childhood memories, and that undeniably warm reminder of just how sweet life can be. People have been enjoying chocolate for thousands of years. And though we’re often told not to eat too much of it, is it really all…

Feb 16, 2022 … DARLINGHURST, Australia — Heart problems often have a link to a person’s lifestyle, but a new study finds having certain genes may also make it more likely you’ll suffer a life-threatening heart attack. New research has identified 162 genes involved in triggering coronary heart disease and heart attacks. Researchers in Australia say the genes which…

Feb 11, 2022 … High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a major contributor to nearly 18 million lives lost each year. There are, of course, a number of blood pressure medications that patients turn to, but for people seeking out alternative treatments, there are also plenty of options available. Certain lifestyle changes can lead the way to…

Feb 11, 2022 … NEW HAVEN, Conn. — Scientists may be on the verge of a treatment that can extend the human lifespan — thanks to a protein tied to how much you eat. This gene appears to have a connection to calorie restriction however, researchers at the Yale School of Medicine believe they can harness its benefits without…

Feb 10, 2022 … UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. — Prunes rarely get as much love as other fruits, but researchers from Penn State suggest older, menopausal women should consider adding at least a few prunes to their daily diet. Their study finds prunes can help prevent or delay bone loss in older women. As far as why this is the case,…

Feb 10, 2022 … FORT DETRICK, Md. — The Ebola virus appears to be even more insidious than scientists previously thought. Researchers from the U.S. Army Medical Research Institute of Infectious Diseases say, even after thorough medical treatment, Ebola can hide in the human brain and re-emerge long after the initial infection. The new study involving monkeys with the virus…

Feb 06, 2022 … STOCKHOLM, Sweden — Add gum disease to the growing list of factors that increase your risk of heart disease, according to recent findings. The association between gum disease and heart disease was stronger if the gum disease was severe. “Our study suggests that dental screening programmes including regular check-ups and education on proper dental hygiene…

Feb 02, 2022 … LA JOLLA, Calif. — A compound found in the medicinal and culinary herb rosemary may prove useful in the fight against COVID-19, according to a team from the Scripps Research Institute. Scientists report that carnosic acid, a substance in the tasty herb, may pack a one-two punch against SARS-CoV-2, the virus causing COVID. The compound is…

Jan 29, 2022 … BOSTON — Taking vitamin D and omega 3 fatty acid supplements could reduce your chance of developing autoimmune diseases, suggests a new study from Brigham And Women’s Hospital. Vitamin D and omega-3s are associated with reducing inflammation, a precursor for autoimmune diseases. Autoimmune diseases occur when the immune system mistakenly identifies the body’s cells and…

Jan 28, 2022 … VANCOUVER, British Columbia — Outdated male stereotypes often paint men as stoic and unemotional following a breakup. In reality, however, emotions seldom discriminate by gender. Case in point, researchers from the University of British Columbia find that men are at an increased risk of mental illness, such as anxiety, depression, and suicidal thoughts, after a…

Jan 27, 2022 … MEDFORD, Mass. — Scientists have successfully regrown a frog’s lost leg, bringing limb regeneration one step closer to reality. Researchers from Tufts University say frogs – like humans – are naturally unable to regenerate limbs. However, scientists put a cocktail of drugs in a wearable dome, sealing the elixir over the missing limb for just…

Jan 27, 2022 … PITTSBURGH, Pa. — Instead of burning fat, why not transplant it into your foot? That’s the idea behind a recent pilot study looking at an innovative way of treating heel pain. “We developed this procedure to harness the regenerative properties of fat,” says study author Jeffrey Gusenoff, MD, professor of plastic surgery at the University…

Jan 24, 2022 … PITTSBURGH — Concerning new data shows that nearly half of all children hospitalized with COVID-19 experience neurological symptoms. Researchers from the University of Pittsburgh also report COVID-positive pediatric patients with these symptoms were much more likely to need intensive care. Of the 44 percent of children with neurological symptoms, the most common were headaches and acute…

Jan 21, 2022 … NEW YORK — Pandemic isolation has affected the mental health of millions, and it may also be affecting your teeth. Researchers from New York University find that older adults in social isolation are more likely to have missing teeth. These individuals also tend to lose their teeth at a faster rate than people who regularly…

Jan 19, 2022 … SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. — Cases of “brain fog” among COVID patients are becoming more and more common, even among people recovering from mild infections. Now, new research is finally providing some potential answers to why people have difficulty concentrating, thinking clearly, and completing easy daily tasks after battling COVID. A team from the University of…