Psychedelics can reverse neuroimmune interactions that drive fear responses
New study finds that interactions between immune and brain cells drive fear responses, but treatment with psychedelics like MDMA and psilocybin may reverse these effects. …
Mediterranean diet tied to one-fifth lower risk of death in women
Investigators identified and assessed underlying mechanisms that may explain the Mediterranean diet’s 23 percent reduction in all-cause mortality risk for American women. …
Appendix removal may lower risk of colorectal cancer subtype
Study finds an association between appendix removal and a decreased risk of colorectal cancer positive for tumor-promoting bacteria. …
Losing sleep? It might be time to check your blood pressure
New study highlights a correlation between poor sleep and hypertension in women. …
Higher levels of diglycerides and triglycerides adversely associated with glaucoma
Higher levels of plasma diglycerides and triglycerides are associated with glaucoma risk, suggesting they play an important role in glaucoma pathogenesis. …
Afternoon exercise linked with greater improvements in blood sugar levels for type 2 diabetes patients
New study suggests patients with type 2 diabetes who were physically active in the afternoon had the largest improvements in blood sugar levels. …
Health benefits of vitamin D supplementation may depend on body weight
New evidence suggests people with higher body mass index have a blunted response to vitamin D supplementation, explaining observed differences in health benefits. …
Paxlovid effective in reducing COVID-19 hospitalization among vaccinated adults 50 and over
The antiviral Paxlovid can offer a substantial benefit even to vaccinated patients with COVID-19 and can contribute to ongoing efforts to reduce hospitalizations during a projected winter surge. …
Environmental chemicals increase risk of inflammatory bowel disease
The common herbicide propyzamide may boost intestinal inflammation and contribute to inflammatory bowel disease. …
Microbial link between Western-style diet and incidence of colorectal cancer uncovered
New research builds the case that a Western-style diet — rich in red and processed meat, sugar and refined grains/carbohydrates — is tied to higher risk of colorectal cancer through the intestinal microbiome. …
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