Duke University Medical Center

Health June 6, 2020

Evolution of Pandemic Coronavirus Outlines Path From Animals to Humans – Highlights Future Danger

The virus’s ability to change makes it likely that new human coronaviruses will arise. A team of scientists studying the origin of SARS-CoV-2, the virus…

Health September 16, 2019

Flavoring Ingredient in E-Cigarettes Exceeds Safety Levels

Although banned as a food additive, pulegone is unregulated in tobacco products. A potential carcinogen that has been banned as a food additive is present…

Health August 20, 2019

Brain Damage From Adolescent Alcohol Exposure in Rats Reversed by Alzheimer’s Drug

Results offer clues to how adolescent binge drinking changes learning and memory in young adults. A drug used to slow cognitive decline in adults with…