Colorblindness may delay bladder cancer detection, study finds
Bladder cancer is often discovered because a person notices blood in their urine. For many patients, this is the first warning sign that something...
High-altitude animals may hold a surprising clue to repairing nerve damage
Scientists have discovered that a genetic change found in animals living at very high altitudes may help repair damage in the human nervous system.
The...
New drug may help treat Alzheimer’s disease more effectively
Scientists are working hard to find better ways to treat Alzheimer’s disease, one of the most common causes of memory loss and dementia around...
Fish oil may dramatically reduce heart disease risks for these people
Heart disease is the leading cause of death for people with kidney failure who require dialysis. When the kidneys stop working properly, waste products...
Should I take vitamin C to ward off colds, lower blood pressure or reduce...
Vitamin C is one of the most iconic nutrients in popular health culture, often credited with preventing colds, boosting immunity and even fighting serious...
Brain immune cells may create Alzheimer’s plaques
Alzheimer’s disease is one of the most common causes of dementia worldwide. It slowly damages memory, thinking ability, and everyday functioning. As the disease...
Heart failure at 25 cost her three limbs. Now she’s rebuilding her life with...
Working from her home in Phoenix, 25-year-old Alyssa Reader felt unusually anxious.
She put her marketing project aside and texted her mom, Natalie Reader, who...
Cannabis may distort memories more than people realize, study finds
Cannabis is often known for its relaxing effects, but scientists are increasingly studying how it affects the brain, especially memory. A new study from...
AI blood test could predict heart disease risk up to 15 years in advance
Heart disease remains the leading cause of death around the world. Every year millions of people die from conditions such as heart attacks, strokes,...
Too much or too little thyroid medicine could raise heart death risk
Thyroid problems are very common, and millions of people take medication every day to manage them. One of the most widely prescribed medicines for...