Augmented reality headset shows promise for Parkinson’s rehabilitation
A groundbreaking clinical trial from the Cleveland Clinic suggests that augmented reality (AR) headsets could help improve posture and gait in individuals with Parkinson's...
Alzheimer’s disease is partly genetic − studying the genes that delay decline in some...
Diseases that run in families usually have genetic causes. Some are genetic mutations that directly cause the disease if inherited.
Others are risk genes that...
Alcohol abuse linked to frequent ER visits and shortened lives
New research has found that people who go to the emergency room due to issues with alcohol are more likely to come back and...
Scientists find a cause of blindness and new treatment
A team of scientists from the University of Barcelona has made a big discovery about a mysterious gene, CERKL, that causes hereditary blindness.
When this...
Morning exercise and short breaks can lower blood pressure in older people
A recent study from the University of Western Australia has shed new light on managing blood pressure, especially for older individuals who are overweight...
Many people don’t get lifesaving addiction drugs after opioid overdose emergencies
A new study by the University of Michigan suggests that emergency departments (EDs) may be missing vital opportunities to curb opioid addiction and overdose...
This cancer drug may help treat heart failure
Researchers from the University of Virginia have developed a computer model that indicates the chemotherapy drug midostaurin could potentially treat and prevent heart failure.
Developed...
Scientists find almost 300% increase in ADHD drug mistakes
ADHD, short for Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, is a common issue among kids. In 2019, almost one in every ten kids in the U.S. was diagnosed...
Scientists develop early test for Lewy body dementia
Researchers in Sweden have made a significant discovery that could help people suffering from a brain illness called Lewy body disease.
This illness is behind...
New implantable device helps control diabetes without insulin injection
Engineers at MIT have developed an innovative implantable device that could revolutionize the treatment of type 1 diabetes.
The device contains insulin-producing pancreatic islet cells...