Lockdown has seen us change the way we work, shop, eat and socialise. When restrictions were at their tightest, lockdown encouraged people talking to their…
Polio vaccine in the crossfire of misinformation
As scientists around the world rush to find a vaccine to stem the spread of COVID-19, another deadly disease, polio, has become the latest target…
10-minute reduction in the daily time spent sitting and lying may be beneficial for cardiometabolic health
According to a recent study conducted in Oulu, Finland, even a short reduction in daily time spent in lying or sitting could have several cardiometabolic…
Chadwick Boseman Died of Colon Cancer at 43—Why Are Rates of the Disease Higher in Younger Black Men?
Actor Chadwick Boseman, best known as Black Panther in the Marvel Studios blockbuster of the same name, never made his 2016 stage 3 colon cancer…
Researcher finds keys to control the ‘driver of cancer’s aggressiveness’
‘Do not erase.’ ‘Recycle me.’ ‘Free to a good home.’ Humans post these signs to indicate whether something has value or not, whether it should…
Why the dose matters: Study shows levels and anti-tumor effectiveness of a common drug vary widely
When used to manage infections, the drug itraconazole is generally given at a single, fixed dose to all patients. But determining the correct dosage of…
The spread of coronavirus could DOUBLE during influenza season
The spread of coronavirus could DOUBLE during influenza season – but scientists say getting the flu shot could lower your risks during the ‘upcoming twindemic’…
Decoding the genetics that drive disease
From Alzheimer’s to obesity, life can change dramatically if you discover you have a genetic risk of disease. Now, a new study from the Australian…
Preparing for the worst, health agencies mount unprecedented flu shot drives
If the United States has even a typical flu season that collides with a COVID-19 flare, the resulting public health nightmare could swamp the nation’s…
The disheartening truth about Zoom interviews
In many ways, working from home can be a boon for reducing stress levels. A recent survey of remote workers found that about 60 percent…