Scientists discover formula to stop tooth decay without killing oral bacteria
Previous solutions kill both good and bad bacteria but current research shows a formulation that could prevent tooth decay without harming oral bacteria.
CDC reveals more children are eating fast food at worrisome rate
A new report from CDC revealed that about 13.8 percent of the daily calorie intake of children was made up of fast food, consisting of burgers, fries and more.
Hearing knees crack? Experts say it might not be a cause of concern
Knee cracking could mean lots of things and for as long as there is no pain involved, then those who experience it must not be anxious.
Heart failure: More evidence shows how stress and anger can worsen condition
Researchers found that patients who had bouts with anger in the week preceding the mental stress protocol showed a bad baseline resting diastolic pressure.
Asthma alert: Be wary of thunderstorms as study shows they can trigger an attack
Using Medicare data, researchers found that visits to the emergency department for respiratory-related illnesses peaked one day before the thunderstorm.
Substituting red meat with plant-based meats can reduce cardiovascular risks
Researchers discovered when the participants eat plant-based meat, the TMAO levels in the body were lower compared to the period where they consumed red meat.
Alcohol intake during pregnancy regardless of amount increases risk of miscarriage
The study thwarts previous beliefs that "modest levels of consumption" were regarded as safe despite already existing medical advice against consumption.
Children can be coronavirus 'long haulers' too, not just adults
Many children experience fatigue even after they have already "recovered" from coronavirus.
Aspirin might worsen advanced cancer stage in older adults, even lead to early death
Scientists determined the adverse effects of aspirin in older adults with cancer.
NHS orders removal of certain drugs after label confusion led to death of two babies
Many hospital staff tend to confuse sodium nitrite, a cyanide poisoning antidote, with sodium bicarbonate.
Wearing face mask reduces severity of coronavirus symptoms, study indicates
Masks do not only help prevent the spread of coronavirus, but they also protect the wearer from a severe bout of COVID-19 in case someone is infected.
Texas parasitic outbreak sickens 82; health officials still trying to identify source
Public health officials are still trying to find the source of the parasitic infection that affected residents of Austin-Travis County.
Scientists discover why children are less susceptible to coronavirus infection
Scientists discover that the ACE2 receptors, which works like a door for coronavirus, is lower in children than in adults.
Study suggests getting more education reduces risk of developing Alzheimer's
More education not only opens up more opportunities, but offers individuals more benefits.
MS breakthrough: New drug works better at preventing symptom relapses
New clinical study shows ofatumumab lowers the rate of relapse among MS patients.
Dementia update: Steady decline of cases seen in the UK and US
With this steady decline in dementia cases, it would mean 15 million fewer people will suffer from the disease.
Coronavirus update: Researchers find hair loss an unreported COVID-19 symptom
Long-haulers who continue to experience symptoms after recovering from coronavirus noticed losing hair.
Getting adequate sleep plays important role in fostering positive emotions
Sleeping later than usual can limit positive emotions the following day.
New promising drug shows potential in slowing down arthritis
A drug tested to prevent another heart attack shows promise in treating osteoarthritis.
Study shows REM, non-REM sleep, complement each other to boost learning
Scientists discovered how the different stages of sleep affect the various aspects of learning.
COVID-19 outbreak in mink farms: Dutch researchers investigating possible transmission to humans
Authorities suspect the animals transmitted the virus to a number of workers at the farm.
Revolutionary sponge test for oesophageal cancer reduces need for endoscopies
This new sponge-on-a-pill test may detect Barrett's oesaphagus and early cancer.
Botox injections help ease depression, new study claims
Patients who receive Botox apparently enjoy both cosmetic and mental health benefits.
Alzheimer's breakthrough: Blood test shows promise in detecting disease early before onset
Blood test breakthrough opens the possibility of detecting the degenerative disease many years before memory starts declining.
Coronavirus update: German study finds some COVID-19 patients with heart issues
Researchers from Germany looked at the heart conditions of recovered patients and found some suffering from inflammation.
FDA gives go ahead to administer COVID-19 tests on those without symptoms
The Food and Drug Administration gave its nod to the first COVID-19 test for asymptomatic individuals.
Harvard researchers reveal why COVID-19 patients suffer from loss of smell
Loss of smell is one of the less common symptoms of COVID-19.
Scientists identify DNA of bacteria that causes body odour
Scientists reveal the origins of stinky body odour.
Cinnamon supplements slow progression of type 2 diabetes, new study reveals
Those with prediabetes can control blood sugar levels with the help of cinnamon supplements.
Scientists discover flu, pneumonia shots help lower Alzheimer's risk in new breakthrough
This discovery points out to the fact that the body gets more health benefit with every flu or pneumonia shot.
