Chronic hypoxia improves glucose tolerance in mice through insulin-independent mechanisms, with red blood cells acting as a major systemic glucose sink. Increased erythrocyte production and altered ...

Extreme endurance running damages red blood cells in ways that may affect their ability to function properly, according to a recent study. Although the duration and long-term implications of the ...

With a variety of apples to choose from, here are the types you should consider eating if you're looking to boost digestive or heart health.

Type 2 diabetes becomes more dangerous to the heart the longer a person has it. Researchers found that after several years, red blood cells can begin interfering with healthy blood vessel function.

The American Red Cross has declared a "severe blood shortage" a month after the national blood supply fell by around 35%. "This time of year is always challenging for blood collection – but right now, ...

NEW YORK (WABC) -- The American Red Cross is making an urgent plea after the national blood supply dropped 35% in the last month, prompting the organization to issue a severe blood shortage. High flu ...

The American Red Cross is appealing to past donors and potential new donors as it says a "severe blood shortage" could result in delays for surgeries and other medical procedures. During a virtual ...

Stripe patterns are commonly seen in nature—for instance, birds and fish move in coordinated flocks and schools, fingerprints form unique designs, and zebras can be identified by their distinctive ...

Viral video circulating online shows how heavy rain recently turned an island's landscape blood-red. Hormuz Island off Iran in the Persian Gulf turned a deep crimson, dramatic footage shows, after a ...

Dear Dr. Roach: I had an eye issue last year that led to blood tests resulting in an elevated A1C. I said that it wasn't my blood; I am plant-based, exercise regularly, and don't drink sodas or ...

Red Cell might be one of the top most controversial units the U.S. military has ever had. Officially known as National Security Coordination Team OP-O6D, the unprecedented unit was stood up and ...

Stem cells are precursors of a variety of different cells: They can turn into anything from blood to bone to muscle. Human blood stem cells, known as hematopoietic stem cells, are the forerunners of ...