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Alzheimer’s disease blood tests: here’s what they look for, and what they can tell...

Despite affecting 55 million people worldwide, Alzheimer’s disease still has no cure. But recent advancements in the field have seen a number of promising...

Scientists discover potential non-opioid pain relief drug

In a promising development that could transform pain management, researchers at the University of Chicago have discovered a new signaling pathway in the brain...

New blood test could predict Alzheimer’s disease 20 years before symptoms appear

Researchers from The Australian National University (ANU) have developed an innovative blood test using nanotechnology and artificial intelligence (AI) that may predict the onset...

Morning and afternoon exercise may help lower type 2 diabetes risk

Physical activity has long been recommended as a preventive measure against type 2 diabetes. However, new research from Harvard University and Harvard Medical School suggests...

Vegetarian diets linked to lower heart disease risks and weight loss, says new study

Want to improve your heart health and possibly lose some weight? A vegetarian diet might be your answer, according to a new study from...

Why some people more likely to have high blood pressure

High blood pressure is a big deal and affects almost half of the adults in the U.S. If your blood pressure is too high,...

Stressful jobs double heart disease risk for men, new study finds

We all know that work can be stressful sometimes, but did you know that a stressful job might be really bad for your heart—especially...

She was back on the improv stage 6 months after a stroke at 44

amie Stevens went back home to Garnett, Kansas, for her grandmother's funeral and to spend time with her family. After watching her niece's soccer game,...

Finger tapping tests can help detect Alzheimer’s disease early

Neuropsychologists Vincent Koppelmans and Marit Ruitenberg have conducted pioneering research into using the rhythm of finger tapping as a possible biomarker for Alzheimer's Disease. Their...

Concussions and high blood pressure are common in former football players

If you've watched professional football, you're probably aware of the concerns around concussions and their long-term impact on players' brains. However, new research from the...