Alzheimer’s drug donanemab has been hailed as a ‘turning point’ for treatment. But what...
Trial results of a new drug to treat Alzheimer’s disease, donanemab, shows it can slow cognitive decline by 35%. The drug has been hailed...
How COVID-19 can sneak into liver and mess with blood sugar levels
COVID-19 is the illness that started in 2020 and caused lots of trouble around the world.
It attacks our lungs, but scientists in Brazil have...
Constipation and memory loss: an unusual connection
When you think of constipation, you probably don't think about your brain.
However, a recent study suggests that constipation might tell us something about how...
Breastfeeding: a shield for moms against type 2 diabetes
There's no denying it, being a mom is a miracle.
Besides creating and carrying a new life, a mother's body can produce all the food...
AI algorithm predicts heart function, may improve treatment decisions
Artificial Intelligence (AI) may soon offer a safer and non-invasive way to assess heart function in patients suffering from coronary heart disease.
A study conducted...
A new vision for heart treatment: 3D computer models
Heart disease patients could soon have gentler treatment options, thanks to a new 3D computer technology that shows how blood flows in the heart's...
Woman survives stroke in 2 parts of the brain at age 29
After a night of partying, 29-year-old Bethany Moeddel felt nauseous and had a headache. A hangover, she figured.
She couldn't sleep it off, though, because...
Screening can detect early signs of Alzheimer’s, but many older people ignore it
When we think about regular health check-ups, we often think about checking our blood pressure or sugar levels.
But our minds need regular check-ups too,...
Scientists find new biomarkers for prostate cancer diagnosis
Researchers from the University of South Australia (UniSA) have discovered three new biomarkers that can help identify and differentiate aggressive forms of prostate cancer.
This...
New findings about kidney functions and predictors of disease
Kidneys play an important role in our bodies. They keep things in balance by getting rid of waste and extra fluids, which leave our...