Health & Wellness
AI can predict breast cancer treatment benefits effectively
Choosing whether to use chemotherapy after breast cancer surgery is one of the hardest decisions patients and doctors face.
Chemotherapy can save lives, but it...
The long-awaited insulin pill may be closer than ever, study suggests
For more than a century, scientists have been trying to turn insulin into a pill. Since insulin was first discovered in the early 1920s,...
Doctors finally find the cause of heart attacks without blocked arteries
When people think about a heart attack, they usually imagine blocked arteries. This is the most common cause, where fatty deposits build up and...
Common diabetes drug can mimic exercise benefits in cancer patients
A new study has found that a widely used diabetes drug, metformin, may produce some of the same effects in the body as exercise,...
These simple things help seniors achieve full mental health
Mental health in older age is often discussed in terms of illness, such as depression or anxiety. However, a new study suggests that this...
AI spots hidden blood pressure danger that doctors often miss
High blood pressure is a major health concern affecting millions of people worldwide. It is closely linked to heart disease, stroke, and kidney problems.
Many...
Fatty foods can harm your gut in just days, study warns
Many people think that health problems caused by diet take years to develop. However, new research suggests that the body can respond much faster...
Is fish oil always good for the brain?
Fish oil has become one of the most popular health supplements in the world. Many people take it every day, believing it can protect...
This diabetes drug may help blood vessels stay young longer
As people get older, their bodies go through many changes. One important change happens in the blood vessels.
Over time, blood vessels can become stiffer...
Silent sleep disorder may cause memory and thinking problems
Obstructive sleep apnea, often called OSA, is a common sleep problem that affects millions of people around the world. Many people think it is...
Lower bottom blood pressure number may be safer than we thought
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is one of the most common health problems in the world.
It affects millions of people and is...
Scientists find hidden cause of diabetes damage inside insulin cells
Type 2 diabetes is one of the most common long-term health conditions in the world. It affects about 415 million people globally, and around...
Surprising gut bacteria link to Parkinson’s disease, study finds
Parkinson’s disease is a long-term condition that affects the brain and makes it harder for people to control their movements. It often begins slowly,...
Early stroke warning signs every family must know to save a life
A stroke is a serious medical emergency that happens when blood flow to the brain is suddenly stopped. This can happen in two main...
9 in 10 people with high blood pressure may need better treatment
High blood pressure, also called hypertension, is one of the most common health problems in the world.
It often develops quietly, without clear symptoms, but...
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Brain Health
Silent sleep disorder may cause memory and thinking problems
Obstructive sleep apnea, often called OSA, is a common sleep problem that affects millions of people around the world. Many people think it is...
Early stroke warning signs every family must know to save a life
A stroke is a serious medical emergency that happens when blood flow to the brain is suddenly stopped. This can happen in two main...
This eye disease is linked to Alzheimer’s, brain decline
Glaucoma is often called a “silent thief of sight” because it can slowly damage the eyes without clear warning signs in the early stages....
Stroke may make parts of the brain look ‘younger’, study finds
Stroke is a serious medical condition that happens when blood flow to part of the brain is blocked or reduced. This can damage brain...
Your ZIP code may age you faster than you think
Your address may tell more about your health than your habits. A new study from the NYU School of Global Public Health has found...