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Program achieves 85% reduction in malaria cases, but does not eliminate the disease
The intensive implementation of currently available tools to fight malaria can achieve a drastic reduction in disease burden, but is not enough to interrupt its…
Cardiovascular risk factors tied to COVID-19 complications and death
COVID-19 patients with cardiovascular comorbidities or risk factors are more likely to develop cardiovascular complications while hospitalized, and more likely to die from COVID-19 infection,…
New research shows declining alcohol and cigarette use in New Zealand youth
A new study co-led by a Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington researcher shows that cigarette smoking is now rare in high school students, and…
Probe detects the destruction of defective mitochondria
A versatile probe that can detect with pinpoint accuracy the programmed destruction of defective mitochondria—the powerhouses of cells—has been developed by RIKEN researchers. They used…
High blood pressure: The Italian cooking staple that has been proven to lower reading
It’s a wise decision to keep track of your blood pressure readings, so you can make an informed choice on how best to manage your…
Smoking strongly linked to women’s lower take up of cancer screening services
Smoking is strongly linked to lower use of cancer screening services by women, and more advanced disease once cancer is diagnosed, reveals research published in…
Unread second-opinion radiology reports waste health care resources
According to ARRS’ American Journal of Roentgenology (AJR), clinicians do not read a considerable proportion of second-opinion radiology reports—”a situation that can be regarded as…
Coronavirus Death Toll in New York City Is Comparable to 1918 Flu Pandemic, Researchers Find
The coronavirus death toll in New York City is comparable to that of the 1918 flu pandemic, a new study has found. A research letter…
How to live longer: Eating more of this food helps with heart health and boosts longevity
Everyone wants to know the secret to longevity and whilst knowing it, many want to still be able to enjoy their lives without food restrictions. Spicy…