Scientists move closer to growing real human teeth to replace fillings
Imagine going to the dentist and, instead of getting a filling or an implant, you receive a brand-new, natural tooth grown from your own...
New study links chronic pain and depression through inflammation
Chronic pain—defined as pain that lasts for three months or more—is not only physically exhausting but also closely connected to mental health issues like...
Research finds hidden cause of pancreatic cancer’s deadly progression
Pancreatic cancer is one of the most dangerous types of cancer, with a survival rate of just 10% after five years. One reason it...
Obesity linked to higher risks of 16 common diseases, study finds
A major new study led by Johns Hopkins University reveals that obesity, especially in its most severe form, is strongly linked to a wide...
Getting ahead of head and neck cancer
Many symptoms of head and neck cancer are hard to miss—a lump in the neck, persistent hoarseness, a mouth sore that doesn't heal—which is...
Cannabis compound CBD may help children with autism, new study finds
A recent study has found that cannabidiol (CBD), a compound found in cannabis, may help reduce anxiety and improve social behavior in children and...
A new blood test could spot Parkinson’s disease before symptoms start
Parkinson’s disease is a serious brain condition that slowly affects movement, balance, and coordination. Unfortunately, most people are diagnosed only after many brain cells...
Common blood pressure drug shows promise in slowing aging
Aging is something we all go through. As we grow older, our bodies slowly lose their strength, and the risk of diseases increases. While...
Research finds new cause of gum disease
Scientists from Umeå University in Sweden have made an important breakthrough in understanding how our genes may affect our dental health. Their study takes...
Common hormone drug may increase dangerous heart rhythm in young men
Scientists from the University of Birmingham and the University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf (UKE Hamburg) have found troubling evidence linking anabolic steroid use to a...