Exercise improves brain function, possibly reducing dementia risk
A study led by scientists at Rutgers University-New Brunswick has shown that specialized cells involved in how the body responds to insulin are activated in the brain after exercise, suggesting…
Single mutation in H5N1 influenza surface protein could enable easier human infection
A single modification in the protein found on the surface of the highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) H5N1 influenza virus currently circulating in U.S. dairy cows could allow for easier…
Higher glucose levels worsen prognosis in ischemic stroke patients
Having higher than usual blood sugar levels at the time of hospital admission for an ischemic stroke significantly increases the risk of a poor functional prognosis or death within three…