Scientists find new way to treat chronic pain after spinal cord injury
A new study suggests that hypnosis can help individuals with recent spinal cord injuries develop coping strategies for managing chronic pain.
Almost 90% of the...
Scientists find new genetic risk of deadly heart disease
Scientists from deCODE genetics, an Amgen subsidiary, along with the National University Hospital of Iceland, have made a groundbreaking discovery in heart health.
Their study...
Prunes may help reduce high blood pressure
High blood pressure, a common condition with potential health risks such as heart disease and stroke, might have found a new adversary in prunes,...
Poorly managed sleep apnea increases high blood pressure risk
According to a recent study, poorly managed Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) can lead to uncontrolled blood pressure, posing a significant, yet under-recognized, risk for...
Long COVID: brain function still affected for some up to two years after infection
Difficulties with cognitive functions or skills, such as the ability to recall memories, concentrate on tasks, or find the right words in conversation, are...
Hot weather plus pollution increases heart attack risks for older people
A new study from China indicates that scorching temperatures together with high levels of air pollution greatly increase the likelihood of older adults suffering...
Daily aspirin doesn’t prevent strokes in older, healthy people after all
The daily use of low-dose aspirin has been a mainstay of preventing strokes for decades. While there has always been a risk of bleeding...
Scientists find new link between gene and Parkinson’s disease
New research from Yale has shed light on the role of mutations in the LRRK2 gene in Parkinson's disease.
Previous research identified an overactive protein...
People with genetic risk of Alzheimer’s disease may lose their sense of smell first
According to a recent study, individuals carrying the APOE e4 gene variant associated with an increased risk of Alzheimer's disease might experience an early...
Research shows a new cause of diabetes
Beta cells, known for producing insulin and regulating blood sugar levels, are crucial in the pancreas.
However, these cells are not all the same, and...