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Scientists find better vaccines for older people

As we get older, our bodies change a lot, and one of the things that change is our immune system. This is important because...

Research shows the profound impact of alcohol on heart health

A new study has brought fresh insights into the complicated relationship between alcohol consumption and cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk. Published in BMC Medicine, this research...

New research paves the way for an HIV vaccine

Researchers have achieved a significant milestone in the quest for an effective HIV vaccine. A recent study, led by Kevin O. Saunders, associate professor at...

Bottom blood pressure number can help predict stroke and dementia risks

Researchers at the University of Miami have made an intriguing discovery about blood pressure and its impact on brain health. Everyone knows that blood pressure...

Hearing aids can help people with hearing loss live longer

Hearing loss is a common problem in the United States, affecting about 40 million adults. Surprisingly, only 10% of those who need hearing aids...

Scientists find a commonly ignored cause of inflammation

A study from the University of South Australia has made an important discovery: low levels of vitamin D are directly linked to high levels...

Innovative robotic garment help Parkinson’s patients walk

Researchers from Harvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering and elsewhere have made a significant breakthrough in treating one of the most challenging symptoms...

Some e-cigarettes may cause this dangerous heart disease

As we usher in the new year, many smokers and vapers might be considering quitting or reducing their smoking habits to improve health. A popular...

Scientists find new hope in prostate cancer treatment

Scientists at Nottingham Trent University have embarked on a groundbreaking study exploring how carnosine, a compound naturally produced in the body and found in...

Research shows a new cause of gout

Scientists from the University of California San Diego have made a breakthrough in understanding gout, a common type of painful arthritis. They've discovered a new...