New research expands range of potential Alzheimer’s drugs
In a surprising turn of events, researchers have found a connection between Alzheimer's disease and insulin receptors in the brain.
This new discovery reveals that...
Medical marijuana laws don’t change pain management choices
People get hurt. Sometimes, the pain lasts long, but it isn't because of cancer. That's what we call chronic non-cancer pain. Many people live...
Gut inflammation could help alleviate liver disease, finds new study
The human body operates like a symphony, with different organs and systems interacting to maintain balance.
Sometimes, though, this symphony hits a sour note, leading...
Flexing muscles against Alzheimer’s: the power of resistance training
We all know that exercising is good for our bodies. But did you know it can also help our brains? Scientists in Brazil have...
Double trouble: how smoking and HPV join forces to boost cancer risk
Two major villains in the world of health are tobacco smoke and the human papillomavirus (HPV). Separately, they are trouble, but when they work...
The benefits of botulinum toxin: it’s not just for wrinkles
Botulinum toxin injections are well-known for their use smoothing out wrinkles.
They’re available under brand names such as Botox, Xeomin, Dysport, Myobloc, and Jeuveau. While...
Older frail people have a 1 in 3 chance of surviving CPR during surgery
The survival rate of frail patients who receive cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) during or immediately after surgery is a point of contention among medical professionals.
Recently,...
Scientists find the key to type 2 diabetes development
Globally, approximately 415 million people live with diabetes, with about 90% of these cases being type 2 diabetes (T2D).
T2D is marked by pancreatic beta-cell...
Research shows potential to prevent heart attacks in people with diabetes
A recent study from the Baker Heart and Diabetes Institute has discovered a potential method to prevent severe events, such as heart attacks or...
Parkinson’s puzzle: scientists identify most vulnerable brain cells
Parkinson's disease, a condition that causes tremors, balance problems, and speech difficulties, has long mystified scientists.
However, a recent study by a group of U.S....