Flu & COVID Vaccines Can Help Protect Pregnant Women
Health leaders urge pregnant women to get the flu vaccine and to be vaccinated against COVID-19 because of their risks for severe disease from either of those viral infections. A woman’s immune system is weakened when she is pregnant and that means she is more vulnerable to side effects...
Read MoreCould ED Drugs Eventually Treat or Prevent Alzheimer’s Disease?
The results of a large study show that the main ingredient in Viagra and other ED medications can destroy the plaques that damage the brain and cause Alzheimer’s Disease. Researchers believe these medications may eventually be used to treat and prevent Alzheimer's...
Read MorePandemic-Driven High Blood Pressure
Research shows blood pressure rates among all groups of people rose during the COVID-19 pandemic, which could raise the risk for stroke, heart attack and many other serious conditions...
Read MoreCOVID Cases on the Rise Again
While researchers focus on the Omicron variant, statistics show the Delta variant is fueling a winter surge in COVID cases, especially in New York, New England, and the Midwest...
Read MoreHow Virtual Reality Can Help with Chronic Pain
A virtual reality device has helped patients reduce their chronic pain and has now been approved by the FDA. The device is available by prescription from a health provider...
Read MoreReversing Spinal Cord Injuries
Researchers have been able to repair spinal cord damage in animal models in the laboratory using a specific substance that causes the cells to regenerate. They hope to get FDA approval to begin human trials...
Read MoreHolidays and Heart Attacks
The winter holiday season is traditionally a time for an increase heart attacks, the American Heart Association has some tips to help you stay safe...
Read MoreIs New Diabetes a Warning Sign for Pancreatic Cancer?
Researchers have discovered that a new onset of diabetes could indicate an increased risk of pancreatic cancer. This information could help scientists develop a screening test for this deadly form of cancer...
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