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This omega-3 fat may prevent vision loss in Alzheimer’s

A ground-breaking stride has been made in leveraging omega-3 fatty acid derivatives to counteract visual impairments related to Alzheimer's disease, diabetes, and other disorders. Researchers...

Statins could prevent stroke in people with this heart disease

Navigating through the complexities of heart conditions such as atrial fibrillation, a new study reveals a beacon of hope using a familiar medication: statins. The...

Gout may increase dementia risk, study finds

A recent study spearheaded by the University of Oxford, U.K., has shone a light on a surprising connection between gout, a common arthritis-related ailment,...

Even low dose of radiation may increase diabetes risk, study finds

Exploring the shadows cast by the catastrophic incident at the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant in March 2011, new research points to a potential...

Some common drugs could harm driving skills in older people

A recent study focusing on the driving abilities of seniors suggests that common medications, including antidepressants, sleep aids, and painkillers, may negatively affect their...

Scientists find why Americans did not get booster vaccines

In September 2022, a new two-in-one (bivalent) COVID-19 booster shot rolled out in the United States, bringing a fresh hope in the fight against...

Loneliness can harm heart health in people with diabetes

Loneliness can indeed cast long, chilly shadows across our lives, with effects reaching further and deeper than we might initially suspect. Recent research brings to...

Coffee may benefit people with Parkinson’s gene

In a cozy little café, where the rich aroma of coffee beans wafts through the air, many of us find our little joys in...

Scientists find a new cause of vision loss in older people

Losing vision as we age can be a terrifying thought, and for millions of people worldwide, it's a stark reality. A medical team led by...

Research shows a new cause of cancer

We all carry a beautifully complex system within us that helps our bodies work the way they should – our DNA. It's akin to an...