Why social frailty might be the key to preventing dementia
When most people think about dementia, they think of memory problems or brain scans.
But according to Dr. Suraj Samtani, a clinical psychologist and researcher...
Study finds a new cause of metabolic diseases
Scientists at Cedars-Sinai have discovered that old and damaged blood vessel cells may be an important cause of metabolic disorders like diabetes.
Their new study,...
Amazonian scorpion venom can help treat breast cancer, study finds
Researchers from the University of São Paulo have discovered a molecule in the venom of the Amazonian scorpion Brotheas amazonicus that could offer a...
A new way to help CBD reach the brain and relieve pain safely
CBD products, including oils, creams, and lotions, have become very popular in recent years. Many people use them to try to relieve pain, reduce...
Tiny plastic particles may be silently damaging your heart
For decades, plastic has made modern life easier. It wraps our food, holds our drinks, and appears in countless everyday products.
However, as plastic breaks...
Could a common mood stabilizer help fight Alzheimer’s disease?
Alzheimer’s disease is a serious brain condition that gets worse over time. It causes memory loss, confusion, and changes in behavior, and it can...
This liver disease could increase risk of pancreatic cancer
For many years, doctors have known that chronic infections can quietly damage the body over time.
One of these infections is hepatitis C, a virus...
Can blood pressure meds harm your kidneys over time?
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a very common health problem that affects millions of people all over the world. It happens...
Brain cancer drug may be more effective at certain times of the day
Doctors may need to think about not just how they treat brain cancer, but when they do it.
New research from Washington University in St....
Depression drugs may help prevent severe gum disease
A new study has found that people who take antidepressants may be less likely to suffer from severe gum disease.
This unexpected finding could offer...