What is the Delta variant and how is it altering the course of the pandemic?

UK health authorities are reporting 90 percent of new coronavirus infections are due to the Delta variant. In the US the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention warn the variant will likely become predominant in the coming months. What is the Delta … Continue reading What is the Delta variant and how is it altering the course of the pandemic?

FDA Alzheimer’s call slammed as “Worst drug approval in recent US history”

The recent FDA approval for a new Alzheimer's drug raises questions over what factors the regulatory body should take into account when authorizing new medicines

The US Food and Drug Administration’s controversial recent approval of Alzheimer’s drug Aduhelm has been subject to vociferous criticism from many in the scientific community. Amidst concerns surrounding the drug’s efficacy and price, several expert advisors to the FDA have resigned in protest and calls for top officials to step down are growing.

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Researchers discover how gut bacteria can influence stroke severity

A striking new gut-brain link has been discovered by researchers at the Cleveland Clinic. The findings show how a metabolite produced by gut bacteria can amplify the severity of a stroke and impair a person’s recovery.Continue ReadingCategory: Health &… Continue reading Researchers discover how gut bacteria can influence stroke severity

Caloric restriction beats fasting diets for weight loss, new trial finds

A trial led by researchers from the University of Bath is questioning the value of popular fasting diets, finding a simple calorie-controlled diet is more effective at reducing weight. The trial also found fasting can lead to greater losses of muscle m… Continue reading Caloric restriction beats fasting diets for weight loss, new trial finds

CDC and NIH studies find COVID-19 was present in US by December 2019

New studies from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have concluded SARS-CoV-2, the novel coronavirus responsible for COVID-19, was likely circulating around the United States for several wee… Continue reading CDC and NIH studies find COVID-19 was present in US by December 2019

Yale study shows COVID-19 infection can be hampered by the common cold

A compelling new study has demonstrated how acute exposure to the common cold can slow the onset of a SARS-CoV-2 infection by stimulating the immune system to jump into action early. The research shows in impressive detail how the immune system can be … Continue reading Yale study shows COVID-19 infection can be hampered by the common cold

Vitamin D deficiency linked to opioid addiction

Fascinating new research led by scientists from Massachusetts General Hospital has found a strong link between opioid addiction and vitamin D deficiency. The research indicates subjects with low vitamin D levels may experience heightened euphoric effec… Continue reading Vitamin D deficiency linked to opioid addiction

Novavax COVID-19 vaccine hits 90% efficacy in large US trial

Biotechnology company Novavax has announced the long-awaited results from its large Phase 3 COVID-19 vaccine trial, revealing over 90 percent protection from symptomatic infection and 100 percent protection from moderate to severe disease. The vaccine … Continue reading Novavax COVID-19 vaccine hits 90% efficacy in large US trial

The problem at the heart of modern psychedelic clinical research

For around half a century the randomized controlled trial (RCT) has been considered the gold standard in evaluating the effectiveness of any new medical intervention. The process involves recruiting a group of participants with a certain condition and … Continue reading The problem at the heart of modern psychedelic clinical research

Electric shocks counter sleep deprivation in tests on soldiers

New research investigating novel ways to improve focus in sleep-deprived individuals has found a device that non-invasively sends electrical stimulation through the neck can boost alertness and reduce fatigue in subjects kept awake for up to 34 hours.C… Continue reading Electric shocks counter sleep deprivation in tests on soldiers