Good oral health could shorten hospital stays after heart attacks, study finds
Do you remember the last time you visited the dentist? It might have more benefits than just a sparkling smile.
Recent research from the University...
Skin cancer screening guidelines can seem confusing and when to consider getting checked
Protecting oneself from the summer sun and its damaging ultraviolet rays is often not straightforward.
And public health messaging around when and how to be...
New saliva test can detect gum disease early
When people think of gum disease, tooth loss might be the first concern that comes to mind. But did you know that untreated gum...
Many people receive unnecessary blood pressure treatment in hospitals
Patients admitted to hospitals for non-cardiac reasons might be receiving blood pressure medications that they don't need.
According to a recent article led by Flinders...
How early brain changes influence autism development
In a recent study led by Yale, researchers have made a groundbreaking discovery related to autism, a developmental disorder that affects how people communicate...
Gene linked to heart disease and Alzheimer’s may benefit fertility
The APOE-ε4 allele, known for increasing the risk of Alzheimer's and cardiovascular diseases, surprisingly exists in about 20% of humans.
Researchers embarked on a mission...
Research discovers a new cause of Parkinson’s disease
Parkinson's Disease, commonly known as PD, affects many people worldwide. It's a disease of the brain that worsens over time, causing tremors, stiffness, and...
Magic mushrooms may be a new hope for migraine headache treatment
You've probably heard of "magic mushrooms". These aren't the typical mushrooms you'd toss in your salad.
They contain a special ingredient called psilocybin that has...
High blood pressure drugs may protect kidney health for diabetes patients
Diabetes has become increasingly common, with nearly 5 million people in the UK diagnosed. One of the side effects is its impact on kidneys.
A...
About 99% of adults with autism get no public service jobs in US
A recent study by Drexel University's A.J. Drexel Autism Institute has uncovered that from 2008 to 2016, an estimated 99% of autistic adults in...