5 early signs of dementia you need to know
When we think about dementia, we often picture memory problems, such as forgetting names or misplacing items. However, dementia encompasses more than just memory...
Scientists develop new COVID-19 vaccines
Two Melbourne-made COVID-19 vaccines have shown strong potential to be an improved approach for boosting immunity to SARS-CoV-2 variants, according to interim results of...
This high blood pressure drug can treat diabetic kidney disease
Diabetes often brings a series of health challenges, and kidney issues are a standard part of this journey.
Diabetic kidney disease is a significant concern,...
New atlas reveals big cause of heart disease
Heart disease is a significant health concern, affecting many people. Still, a recent breakthrough by researchers at the University of Virginia School of Medicine...
Immunotherapy can help treat metastatic prostate cancer, study finds
Immunotherapy, a promising treatment for various cancers, has not been very effective in treating prostate cancer.
However, a recent study from Columbia University suggests that...
High BMI in adolescence linked to early chronic kidney disease in adulthood
A study published in JAMA Pediatrics has found that a high body mass index (BMI) in late adolescence is associated with early chronic kidney...
Global COPD cases expected to reach 600 million by 2050
A new study predicts a significant increase in the global prevalence of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) by the year 2050, with the number...
New test predicts cognitive problem in older people after surgery
Identifying older patients at risk of experiencing cognitive dysfunction after surgery can now be done with a simple EEG measurement.
Researchers at Duke Health have...
Diet can extend lifespan and improve health in older, obese flies – implications for...
A recent study by researchers at the University of Connecticut has unveiled a fascinating discovery: old, obese fruit flies can become healthier and live...
Boosting COVID-19 vaccine effectiveness for people with inflammatory disease
A recent study by experts at the University of Nottingham revealed an essential breakthrough for individuals with inflammatory conditions who receive a COVID-19 booster...