Research finds cause of early-stage type 2 diabetes
Scientists from the Centenary Institute and elsewhere found that the lack of an enzyme in the liver called SphK2 results in strong insulin resistance...
Why memory loss is an early symptom of Alzheimer’s disease
Scientists from the University of Sussex recorded blood oxygen levels in the hippocampus and found why the area, commonly referred to as 'the brain's...
All exercise intensities can benefit brain health in older people
Scientists from the University of Western Ontario found that older adults who engage in short bursts of physical activity can experience a boost in brain...
Recent study shows a major cause of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
Scientists from Yale University found antibodies that bind to particular brain cells called interneurons could cause OCD.
The finding shows an important cause of mental...
COVID vaccine patch fights variants better than needles
Scientists from the University of Queensland found a needle-free vaccine patch could better fight COVID-19 variants, such as Omicron and Delta, than a traditional...
How does stroke impact your vision?
The visual pathway is very long and goes from the eyes to the occipital lobe, which is the region in the cerebral hemisphere that...
Mediterranean diet could protect your brain in old age
Amid the contention about diets and detoxes, sugar, and fats, there is at least general agreement that a Mediterranean diet – fruit, vegetables, olive...
This study shows a big cause of deadly brain cancer
Scientists from the University of Virginia found an oncogene (a cancer-causing gene) responsible for glioblastoma, the deadliest brain tumor.
The discovery offers a promising new...
Earbuds may soon detect ear infections and other ailments
Earbuds may soon be able to detect common ear infections and other ailments, according to a new study.
The “EarHealth” system pairs Bluetooth earbuds with...
Vaccination lowers the risks for heart attack, stroke after COVID-19
Scientists from the National Health Insurance Service in South Korea found that full vaccination against COVID-19 is linked to a lower risk for heart...