Health
Obesity: New drug turns ‘energy-storing’ fat into ‘energy-burning’ fat
A new study in mice suggests that a drug that blocks a receptor for NPY…
Why preclinical research models must reflect diverse populations
IN a new report, researchers cite a dire need to increase diversity in preclinical research…
‘Insufficient evidence’ that weight loss supplements work
RESEARCHERS have recently presented the results of the first global analysis in 19 years of…
Dementia, Parkinson’s: Do gut bacteria trigger protein clumping?
A new study in tiny worms provides the first evidence that “pathogenic” bacteria can promote…
Moderna Covid-19 vaccine: What to know about side effects
THE Moderna Covid-19 vaccine is a two-dose vaccine to prevent Covid-19. This Snapshot feature looks…
Sugary drinks may double bowel cancer risk in women under 50
IN adult women, drinking two or more sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs) per day was associated with a…
Do bacteria in the mouth affect arthritis risk?
A new study from the Nether lands found that people at risk of developing rheumatoid…
Radiation treatment may alleviate symptoms of severe Alzheimer’s disease
A pilot study showed that treatment with a low dose of radiation in people with…
Heart symptoms may influence how much coffee people drink
A study has found that people with symptoms of cardiovascular health issues, such as angina…
Covid-19 treatment: Hepatitis C drugs may enhance remdesivir
RESEARCHERS believe that a combination of Food and Drug Administration (FDA)-approved antiviral medications could help…
