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Marijuana use linked to increased risk of peripheral artery disease

Study Presentation at SCAI 2023 New research findings were unveiled at the Society for Cardiovascular Angiography & Interventions (SCAI) 2023 Scientific Sessions. The study revealed that...

Scientists find the cause of gender differences in Alzheimer’s disease

Alzheimer's disease (AD) is a sickness that affects the brain. It causes problems with memory, thinking, and behavior. People with Alzheimer's may forget things easily,...

Unravelling the link between strong legs and a healthy heart

Our heart is the engine that powers our body. Like any engine, it can sometimes break down, which can lead to a condition known...

The brain isn’t the only place a stroke can occur

Sudden, painless loss of vision. Burning back pain. Achy legs. Incontinence. People might not recognize these as signs of a stroke, because some are not...

Scientists find a new cause of diabetes

Beta cells in the pancreas are vital as they produce insulin which helps to regulate blood sugar levels. But not all beta cells are the...

Scientists develop new sensors to measure blood sugar at home

What are Electrochemical Biosensors? To understand this exciting development, let's first take a step back and talk about what electrochemical biosensors are. These are tools that...

Scientists develop new tool to detect heart disease

The Global Health Challenge of Heart Disease Heart disease reigns as the top cause of death worldwide. This reality has prompted researchers to understand and quantify...

When someone living with dementia is distressed or violent, ‘de-escalation’ is vital

Today’s reporting about the alleged tasering of a 95-year-old woman living at the Yallambee Lodge aged care home in New South Wales has brought...

Understanding ovarian cancer: New findings offer hope for treatment

What is Ovarian Cancer? Ovarian cancer is a type of cancer that affects women's ovaries, the small organs that produce eggs for reproduction. This disease is...

Vitamin D may reduce diabetes risk for more than 10 million people with prediabetes

What is Vitamin D? Vitamin D is unique. It's a nutrient that we can both take in from our diets and produce in our bodies...