How can we stop bone loss in chronic kidney disease?
Many people with chronic kidney problem also have a bone problem called renal osteodystrophy (ROD). This condition weakens bones over time and makes them more likely to break.
A new hope for people with osteoarthritis
Link_TSG6 can stop the production of enzymes that cause damage to cartilage, a soft tissue that helps protect our joints.
Two-year immunotherapy: an effective treatment for lung cancer
In the last ten years, a kind of medicine called immunotherapy has changed how doctors treat serious lung cancer.
New study reveals link between iron and Alzheimer’s disease
Recent research suggests a connection between the presence of iron in the brain and Alzheimer's disease.
Depression and inflammation in older adults: a new perspective
A team of scientists at Penn Medicine made an interesting discovery.
They found that older people who feel very sad or depressed do not necessarily...
Scientists discover potential breakthrough in Parkinson’s treatment
Scientists from the Krembil Brain Institute at UHN and the University of Toronto have made a significant discovery related to Parkinson's disease.
Their study, published...
Scientists find new way to treat vision loss in older people
Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a leading cause of vision loss in the West.
AMD is primarily characterized by the accumulation of lipid and protein...
A new ray of hope: Uncovering the mysteries of pancreatic cancer
Scientists are making important discoveries in the fight against a difficult kind of cancer - pancreatic cancer.
Let's learn about the work of scientists from...
The power of strawberries: potential protection against Alzheimer’s
A simple addition to your diet might help protect your brain against Alzheimer's. The hero here is the humble strawberry.
The potential benefits of vitamin C for diabetes management
Researchers believe vitamin C may have potential benefits for individuals with diabetes, although further research is necessary to establish this.