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Ozzy Osbourne discusses Parkinson's diagnosis in new 'Biography'
A&E will premiere "Biography: The Nine Lives of Ozzy Osbourne" on Sept. 7 in which the singer will discuss his recent Parkinson's diagnosis in a new interview.
NIST expands database that helps identify unknown compounds in milk
Got milk? Most people have seen the famous ads featuring celebrities that highlight the importance of drinking milk for building strong bones. Research shows that milk has other benefits, especially...
First US Phase III trial of a COVID-19 vaccine begins
Data from the 30,000-person trial of Moderna's vaccine could be available as early as November
Anti-climate action statements get more visibility in news coverage, study finds
When organizations take a stand against actions to combat climate change, they get more news coverage than their pro-climate action peers, according to a new study by a Brown University...
Post-menopausal women don't need 2nd test for osteoporosis, study finds
Multiple bone density tests don't improve physicians' ability to determine the risk for osteoporosis-related hip, spine, forearm and shoulder fractures in postmenopausal women, a study in JAMA Internal Medicine found.
Moderna’s coronavirus vaccine has started a nationwide, Phase 3 trial
The pharmaceutical company Moderna Therapeutics, based in Cambridge, Massachusetts announced this week that it has started phase three trials of its COVID-19 vaccine candidate. Phase three is the last main phase of testing...
Stopping listeria reproduction 'in its tracks'
Listeria contaminations can send food processing facilities into full crisis mode with mass product recalls, federal warnings and even hospitalization or death for people who consume the contaminated products. Destroying...
Wilbur Ross released from hospital
The Commerce Department said Monday that doctors released Commence Secretary Wilbur Ross from the hospital after he was admitted July 18 for "minor, non-coronavirus related issues."
Wealthier men are more likely to develop high blood pressure
Working men with higher incomes are more likely to develop high blood pressure, reports a new study.
U.S., Florida see decline in new COVID-19 cases, deaths
The United States saw a decrease in new COVID-19 cases on Sunday and Florida reported its lowest single-day tally in almost three weeks.
Lego-inspired bone and soft tissue repair with tiny, 3D-printed bricks
A new, 3D-printed technology that was inspired by Lego block toys is designed to help heal broken bones, and could one day even lead to lab-made organs for human transplant.
Plant-based diets shown to lower blood pressure even with limited meat and dairy
Consuming a plant-based diet can lower blood pressure even if small amounts of meat and dairy are consumed too, according to new research.
Lab-created virus may aid COVID-19 research, scientists say
A lab-created virus that's similar to but not as dangerous as the new coronavirus could aid efforts to create COVID-19 treatments and vaccines, according to scientists who created it.
Study: Three-quarters of adults with COVID-19 have heart damage after recovery
Seventy-eight percent of people diagnosed with COVID-19 showed evidence of heart damage caused by the disease weeks after they have recovered, according to a study published Monday by JAMA Cardiology.
Flu shot may lower risk for Alzheimer's disease, study says
Getting vaccinated to protect against pneumonia and flu may offer an unexpected benefit -- a lower risk of Alzheimer's disease, new research suggests.
Vaginal ring for HIV prevention receives positive opinion from European regulator
A silicone vaginal ring identical to those used in the ASPIRE trial.Vaginal Ring Today the European Medicines Agency (EMA) announced it has adopted a positive scientific opinion on the dapivirine...
Moderna begins 3rd stage of trial for COVID-19 vaccine candidate mRNA-1273
Drugmaker Moderna said Monday it has begun a 30,000-patient, third-stage clinical trial for its COVID-19 vaccine candidate -- a day after receiving an additional $472 million from the U.S. government.
COVID-19 has NBA wondering about long-term heart, lung problems for players
The NBA is ready to resume its season Thursday and a big unknown are the long-term health concerns if players get infected with COVID-19.
A popular heartburn medicine doesn’t work as a COVID-19 antiviral
An over-the-counter heartburn remedy probably won’t directly stop coronavirus infections, a new study suggests. Anecdotal reports from China suggested people hospitalized with COVID-19 who were taking famotidine (sold under the brand name Pepcid)...
Coronavirus doctor's diary: Will vaccine sceptics make trials a headache?
The NHS soon needs to start flu vaccinations and Covid vaccine trials - but anti-vax attitudes seem to be spreading.
COVID-19 is probably more deadly to men than women, but scientists still aren't sure why
Most available data suggest men may be more likely to die from coronavirus infections, but the reason why could be complicated
High levels of antibiotic-resistant bacteria found on equipment in communal gyms
Scientists have found that 43% of Staphylococcus bacteria found on exercise equipment in university gyms were ampicillin-resistant, with 73% of those isolates being resistant to multiple additional drugs.
Proposed framework for integrating chatbots into health care
While chatbots are becoming more widespread in health care, it's important to implement them thoughtfully and constantly evaluate them in a variety of ways, authors argue.
New York Knicks finalizing five-year deal with head coach Tom Thibodeau
The New York Knicks are hiring Tom Thibodeau to be the franchise's next head coach.
Phage therapy shows potential for treating prosthetic joint infections
Bacteriophages, or phages, may play a significant role in treating complex bacterial infections in prosthetic joints, according to new research. The findings suggest phage therapy could provide a potential treatment...
Astros' Justin Verlander refutes report regarding injury: 'I'll be able to return soon'
Houston Astros ace Justin Verlander has disputed a report that he's done for the remainder of the 2020 season with an elbow injury.
Simple urine test could significantly improve detection of adrenal cancer
Using a simple urine test alongside routine imaging for patients with adrenal masses could speed up adrenal cancer diagnosis, improving patient's prognosis and reducing the need for invasive diagnostic procedures,...
U.S., Brazil, Mexico, India lead surge of coronavirus; death toll passes 650,000
Since the first death from coronavirus was reported more than 6 months ago in mainland China, the toll has grown past 650,000 deaths and 16.3 million cases but dominated now...