Diabetes drugs may be a new hope in the fight against Alzheimer’s
Alzheimer's disease is on the rise and, frustratingly, no available drugs can halt its progression. Traditional drug discovery is a long, expensive process, often...
Dangerous chemicals linked to specific cancers in women, study finds
A recent study published in the Journal of Exposure Science and Environmental Epidemiology reveals a notable correlation between certain endocrine-disrupting chemicals and the development...
Can you stop an opioid overdose death? Updated guidelines may help
Saving lives after an opioid overdose isn't just the job of emergency department workers, according to guidelines on how to treat heart-stopping poisonings.
Opioids are...
Almonds can help you lose weight and keep your heart healthy, study shows
Are you worried about gaining weight because of the fats in nuts? You're not alone. Many people avoid nuts when they're trying to lose...
1 in 3 people suffer from uncontrolled high blood pressure, WHO says
The World Health Organization (WHO) has recently released its first-ever report on the widespread and devastating impact of hypertension (high blood pressure), often termed...
Knowing genetic causes of high cholesterol can predict heart disease risk better
A recent study led by Geisinger investigators has revealed a significant factor influencing the risk of heart disease among those with high levels of...
Hearing aids is a surprising tool in the fight against dementia
Dementia is a condition that makes it hard for people to remember things, think clearly, or take care of themselves. This issue is especially...
Chatbot rivals doctors in diagnosing emergency cases, study finds
In a recent pilot study presented at the European Emergency Medicine Congress, the chatbot ChatGPT proved to be surprisingly accurate in suggesting diagnoses for...
Time-restricted eating no more effective than caloric restriction for fatty liver disease
A recent study published in JAMA Network Open examined the effects of time-restricted eating versus calorie-restricted diets on intrahepatic triglyceride (IHTG) levels in adults...
Breakthrough research offers new hope for triple-negative breast cancer treatment
Zachary Schug, Ph.D., and his team at The Wistar Institute have made a significant breakthrough in treating Triple-Negative Breast Cancer (TNBC), an aggressive and...