Scientists find new way to prevent hair loss
Hair follicle stem cells, which boost hair growth, can prolong their life by switching their metabolic state.
In a recent study from Helsinki and Cologne,...
Scientists find new protein linked to higher risk of Alzheimer’s disease
In a study from the University of Southern California, scientists found a mutation in a newly discovered small protein is connected to a significant...
Scientists find better way to treat diabetic foot ulcers, reduce amputation risk
In a study from Salford Royal NHS Foundation Trust, scientists found performing proactive surgery to adjust the mechanics of the foot, appears to be...
Night-time blood pressure assessment is important in diagnosing high blood pressure
In a study from the University of Oxford, scientists found around 15% of people aged 40–75 may have a form of undiagnosed high blood...
Coffee could halve risk of liver cancer
In a recent study from Queen’s University, researchers found that coffee drinkers have a lower risk of the most common type of liver cancer,...
Move around a lot while you sleep? It might be bad to your heart
In a study from Hyogo Medical University, scientists found that poor sleep quality – including moving around too much or having sleep apnea –...
Nightmares in middle age linked to dementia risk
In a study from the University of Birmingham, scientists found that people who experience frequent bad dreams in middle age are more likely to...
New gel could treat gum disease by fighting inflammation
In a study from NYU College of Dentistry, scientists found a topical gel that blocks the receptor for a metabolic byproduct called succinate treats...
Foods causing inflammation could harm people with heart failure
In a study from the University of Kentucky, scientists found that people with heart failure who eat a diet high in foods that cause inflammation are...
Widely used blood pressure drugs may lower inflammation in liver disease
Chronic liver damage leads to scarring (fibrosis) of the liver tissue, which can ultimately lead to increased blood pressure in the vascular system of...