Why IBD is so hard to treat – and how scientists are making progress
Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is a life altering chronic illness that is rising dramatically globally. It is stubbornly difficult to treat, and many people...
Treating prostate cancer without major side effects
Within the last few years, nuclear medicine has added to cutting-edge treatment options for cancer.
One of the latest advancements is the use of a...
This nutrient in diet plays a vital role in Alzheimer’s prevention
Choline, a crucial nutrient found in foods like eggs, broccoli, beans, meat, and poultry, plays a significant role in maintaining human health. Although our...
Scientists find promising drug for cancer-related fatigue
A recent study has shed light on a potential new treatment for cancer-related fatigue (CRF), a debilitating condition affecting many cancer patients.
Researchers at Yale...
Pets can boost cognitive health in older adults living alone
A study published in JAMA Network Open on December 26 sheds light on the positive impact of pet ownership on the cognitive health of...
The risks of mixing common blood pressure medicines with ibuprofen
Scientists at the University of Waterloo have discovered a potential health risk for people taking certain blood pressure medications and ibuprofen together.
This finding is...
Research shows new cause of artery hardening
Heart disease is a big problem. It's like a silent enemy that keeps causing trouble despite all the efforts to fight it. Doctors have...
New smartphone tests could detect early Alzheimer’s disease
Detecting early signs of Alzheimer's in older adults can be challenging, but researchers have found that daily tests using smartphones could be a game-changer....
How to choose the right blood pressure medicine
Researchers at Geisinger Medical Center did a big study about medicines for high blood pressure.
High blood pressure is like having too much pressure in...
How binge drinking, genetics, and diabetes increase liver disease risk
A groundbreaking study conducted by researchers from UCL, the Royal Free Hospital, the University of Oxford, and the University of Cambridge has shed new...