Tiny pill could change how we detect gut diseases
For many people, the word “colonoscopy” brings feelings of fear, embarrassment, and discomfort.
Although it is one of the best tools doctors have to diagnose...
New patch significantly improves heart attack recovery
A team of researchers at Texas A&M University has developed a tiny patch that could help the heart heal after a heart attack.
Led by...
Why popular weight-loss and diabetes drugs cause nausea easily
New research is shedding light on how weight-loss and diabetes medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro affect not only appetite but also the brain.
These...
How heart and lifestyle choices could shape your dementia risk
Many people fear dementia, especially if they have seen a loved one struggle with memory loss and confusion.
When a parent or sibling develops Alzheimer’s...
A new drug may stop nerve damage in cancer treatment
Many people going through chemotherapy experience pain, tingling, or numbness in their hands and feet.
This condition is called chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy (CIPN), and it...
A simple procedure may cut stroke risk by 50%
Stroke is one of the leading causes of death and long-term disability around the world. It happens when blood flow to part of the...
A simple blood test could reveal a hidden cause of dementia
Dementia is often confused with Alzheimer’s disease, but in reality there are several different brain conditions that can lead to memory loss, confusion, and...
New triple therapy can fight blood cancer more effectively
Immunotherapy is a new and exciting way to treat cancer. It works by helping the body’s own immune system find and destroy cancer cells.
Now,...
Reducing inflammation could prevent vision loss in older people
Age-related macular degeneration, often called AMD, is one of the most common causes of vision loss in older adults.
In the United States alone, millions...
Chronic pain may contribute to high blood pressure
A new study shows that people with chronic pain are more likely to develop high blood pressure over time.
The risk is especially high for...