Flesh-eating bacteria infections are on the rise in the US
Flesh-eating bacteria sounds like the premise of a bad horror movie, but it’s a growing – and potentially fatal – threat to people.
In September...
Zinc could help prevent type 2 diabetes and fatty liver disease, study finds
Ground-breaking research elucidates a fundamental link between human zinc levels and the susceptibility to type 2 diabetes and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease.
Published in eLife,...
Yeast fungi plays a role in chronic bowel inflammation
Chronic bowel inflammation, especially Crohn's disease, is marked by an abnormal immune response, often attributing to a disturbed interaction between the immune system and...
Taking multiple meds is linked to higher risk of dementia diagnosis
As the number of dementia cases continues to rise, understanding the healthcare journey of patients becomes critical.
A new study digs deep into the medicine...
Scientists develop new blood test to enhance cancer diagnosis
Researchers at the University of California, Santa Cruz, led by Assistant Professor of Biomolecular Engineering Daniel Kim, are pioneering liquid biopsy technologies that focus...
Scientists find new cause of heart disease, high blood pressure shown in eyes
Our eyes are often considered windows to our souls, but a recent study from St. George’s and other institutions suggests they can also be...
Scientists find a big cause of Alzheimer’s disease
Alzheimer’s disease is a common condition affecting many older people across the globe, leading to memory loss and major changes in behavior, known as...
This common vitamin can help control high blood pressure
High blood pressure is a global health concern, and managing it can sometimes be challenging. New findings from a study by the University of...
Acute kidney damage spreads over time, study finds
Acute kidney injuries often lead to significant cell death or necrotic injury within the kidney, with substantial repercussions for organ function and long-term health.
A...
Walking 3,000 more steps every day can lower blood pressure in older people
In the U.S., approximately 80% of older adults suffer from high blood pressure, a condition posing risks for heart attacks, strokes, and heart failure.
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