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Why stopping and restarting popular weight-loss drugs may reduce their benefits

Weight-loss medications such as Ozempic and Wegovy have become very popular in recent years. Many people use these drugs to help control their weight...

Best exercise for better sleep in older people with mild cognitive decline

Many people know that staying active can help improve sleep. However, scientists have not always agreed on which type of exercise works best. Some studies...

New drug can prevent breast cancer with fewer side effects

A new study from Karolinska Institutet suggests that a lower-dose drug called endoxifen may offer a safer and more comfortable option for women who...

What popular creatine supplement really does for your body and brain

Creatine is a supplement that many people associate with the gym and athletic performance. It is often used by people who want to build...

Scientists find how to switch off ‘bad cholesterol’ at its source

Cholesterol is a fatty substance that the body needs in small amounts, but too much of it can be harmful. When levels of low-density...

Boosting stroke recovery: advances in rehabilitation therapy

A stroke can change your life in an instant. Symptoms come on suddenly. Facial drooping, arm weakness, or slurred speech can all signal that...

Low blood levels may quietly raise dementia risk

Anemia is a common condition, especially in older adults. It happens when the body does not have enough hemoglobin, a substance in red blood...

Your diet and gut may shape Alzheimer’s risk years before symptoms appear

Alzheimer’s disease is widely known as a condition that affects memory and thinking. It is the most common cause of dementia and has a...

Study finds new ways to treat type 2 diabetes

Type 2 diabetes is a common condition that affects how the body handles sugar. In a healthy body, a hormone called insulin helps move...

A blood pressure pill that may slow aging and increase longevity

Getting older is a natural part of life, but many scientists are trying to find ways to help people stay healthy for longer. Now, researchers...

Can common sleeping pills increase risk of memory loss?

Many people struggle to fall asleep or stay asleep at night. This problem is often called insomnia. It can affect daily life, making people...

Too much vitamin B3 can harm your eyes

Many people take vitamins to improve their health. Niacin, also known as vitamin B3, is one of these common supplements. It is often used to...

Scientists discover a new cause of Parkinson’s disease

Scientists have long tried to understand why Parkinson’s disease develops, but many questions have remained unanswered. Now, a new study from the University of Copenhagen...

Common blood pressure drug linked to skin cancer risk

High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a very common health problem. In Australia, it affects more than one in three adults. Many people...

Popular cholesterol drug may carry hidden kidney risks

A study has raised concerns about a widely used cholesterol-lowering medicine, suggesting that it may increase the risk of kidney problems in some people. The...

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When giant beasts disappeared, nature changed forever—and we still see it today

Around 50,000 to 10,000 years ago, the Earth lost many of its largest animals. These were not just slightly bigger versions of today’s wildlife, but...

Forget our Sun—Planets might form more easily around double stars

For a long time, scientists believed that having two stars in one system would make it difficult for planets to form. The strong gravitational pull...

Do stars slow down before they die? New study reveals a surprising twist

Stars may look calm and steady in the night sky, but deep inside they are constantly moving and changing. One of the most important changes...

Young sun-like stars are not as menacing as thought

Scientists know that the behaviour of stars can dictate planetary habitability. Research shows that young stars emit powerful radiation that can strip planetary atmospheres away. And...

Tiny water drops could revolutionize solar panel cleaning

Solar energy is growing quickly around the world, with more and more panels being installed every year. But there is a simple problem: dust and...