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Scientists find how to treat depression and dementia from eyes

Scientists from The University of Hong Kong found that the electrical stimulation of the eye surface can reduce depression-like symptoms and improve cognitive function. The...

Universal influenza B vaccine offers broad, long-term protection

Scientists from Georgia State University found a new universal flu vaccine that protects against influenza B viruses, offering broad defense against different strains and...

Gum disease may double your risk of high blood pressure

Scientists from UCL Eastman Dental Institute found that people with periodontitis, a severe gum infection, may be much more likely to have higher blood...

Cause of muscle loss in diabetes: What to know

Diabetes is linked to various health problems including a decline in muscle mass. Scientists from Kobe University found that elevation of blood sugar levels leads...

Eat spicy, live longer? Yes!

Scientists from Tulane University found people who eat hot, spicy foods regularly may live longer. The research is published in The BMJ and was conducted by...

Do you have prostate cancer? Here’s your guide to treatment options

A diagnosis of prostate cancer can bring up many worries. There may be a general fear around having cancer, questions about the best treatment, and...

Hyperthyroidism vs. hypothyroidism—what’s the difference?

In our daily life, we may sometimes feel run down, stressed or have unexpected weight fluctuations and think it is nothing out of the...

Diabetes patients on Medicare Advantage plans more likely to have worse health

Scientists from the University of Pittsburgh found that diabetes patients on Medicare Advantage plans are more likely to have worse health. While these patients are...

Harvard found a better way to treat obesity and diabetes

Obesity is the main cause of type 2 diabetes and related chronic illnesses that together will kill more people around the globe this year...

Exercise may lower heart disease risk in people with chronic kidney disease

Scientists from the University of Illinois at Chicago found that people with greater physical activity were less likely to have a heart attack, a...