Health & Wellness
Scientists find new drug for an invasive type of breast cancer
Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers affecting women worldwide, but many people do not realize that it is not just one...
Why Alzheimer’s tests may show more than just the disease
Alzheimer’s disease is a serious brain condition that slowly destroys memory and thinking ability. One of the key changes in the brains of people...
The same brain protein that harms neurons may also fuel skin cancer
Scientists have discovered that a tiny protein linked to brain diseases may also play an unexpected role in skin cancer.
The protein, called alpha-synuclein, has...
Tiny brain links may hold the key to autism, scientists discover
Autism is a condition that starts very early in life and affects how a person speaks, behaves, learns, and connects with others. People with...
Study finds surprising cause of dangerous leg blood clots
Blood clots in the legs are more common and more dangerous than many people realize. This condition, called venous thrombosis, happens when blood thickens...
A new blood-thinning drug could replace aspirin for heart patients
Heart disease remains one of the leading causes of death worldwide. For decades, aspirin has been widely used to help people with heart problems...
Study finds the real cause of muscle weakness in aging
As people grow older, many begin to notice simple changes in their bodies. Climbing stairs feels harder, carrying groceries feels heavier, and getting up...
Scientists find major causes of most types of cancer
Cancer is one of the most feared diseases in the world today. Almost every family has been touched by it in some way.
For many...
Popular vitamin D supplements may decrease the body’s best form of vitamin D
Many people take vitamin D pills to stay healthy, especially in winter when there is less sunlight. Vitamin D helps keep bones strong, supports...
A common thyroid drug may raise heart death risk
Millions of people take a daily pill for thyroid problems without thinking much about it. One of the most common of these medicines is...
A new kind of salt could help lower blood pressure
Many people eat more salt than they realize. Everyday foods such as bread, pizza, burgers, chips, and ready-made meals often contain large amounts of...
These everyday foods could be hurting your kidneys
Your kidneys are small, but they do some of the most important work in your body. They clean waste from your blood, balance fluids,...
Could peanuts affect cancer spread?
Peanuts are one of the most popular snacks in the world. Many people enjoy them because they are crunchy, filling, and easy to eat...
Popular weight-loss drug may cause hidden muscle loss in women and older people
A widely used weight-loss drug may have an unexpected side effect, especially for women and older adults. New research suggests that people taking semaglutide...
Why feeling dizzy may be warning sign of this disease
Have you ever suddenly felt dizzy, lightheaded, or as if the room was spinning? Many people ignore these feelings, thinking they are caused by...
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Brain Health
Why Alzheimer’s tests may show more than just the disease
Alzheimer’s disease is a serious brain condition that slowly destroys memory and thinking ability. One of the key changes in the brains of people...
This lightweight exoskeleton could make walking easier after stroke
A new wearable robotic device could make walking easier for people recovering from stroke.
Engineers at the University of Utah have developed a lightweight hip...
Could a hidden lung germ quietly cause Alzheimer’s disease?
Alzheimer’s disease is one of the most feared illnesses of aging. It slowly destroys memory, thinking ability, and independence.
For many years, scientists have focused...
Scientists find new way to potentially reverse Alzheimer’s damage process
A new laboratory breakthrough is giving scientists a clearer view of a chemical process linked to Alzheimer’s disease—and it could help guide the design...
How a simple urinary infection can suddenly worsen dementia in older adults
Urinary tract infections, often called UTIs, are common and usually easy to treat in younger people. They can cause pain, burning during urination, and...