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Signaling molecule may prevent Alzheimer’s
New research in humans and mice identifies a particular signaling molecule that can help modify inflammation and…
Harvard diabetes researcher details science behind potential breakthrough
When Vertex Pharmaceuticals announced last month that its investigational stem-cell-derived replacement therapy…
Vitamin D may protect against young-onset colorectal cancer
Consuming higher amounts of vitamin D — mainly from dietary sources — may help protect against developing…
Harvard Chan School professor discusses delta variant
The delta variant of the coronavirus has been spreading rapidly throughout the U.S. and worldwide. William…
EPA omega-3 fatty acid reduces cardiovascular events
In 2018, a study found that a high dose of an omega-3 fatty acid given to patients with an elevated cardiac risk…
Starting the day off with chocolate may have unexpected benefits
Eating milk chocolate every day may sound like a recipe for weight gain, but a new study of postmenopausal women…
Less sodium, more potassium lowers risk of cardiovascular disease
Lower sodium consumption and higher potassium intake is linked with a reduced risk of cardiovascular disease…
AI-based method predicts risk of atrial fibrillation
An artificial intelligence-based method for identifying patients who are at risk for atrial fibrillation has…
Alcoholism treatment drug shows potential with COVID-19
Every day, hundreds of thousands of new COVID-19 cases and thousands of new deaths are still being reported…
Understanding the science behind a vaccine booster
Questions about COVID-19 vaccine boosters — like who is eligible and how to choose one — have dominated…