Tardigrade protein could help cancer patients handle radiation treatment
Radiation therapy is a powerful tool for fighting cancer, but it comes with painful side effects.
About 60% of cancer patients receive radiation, and many...
Sugary drinks may cause millions of diabetes and heart disease cases worldwide
A new study estimates that sugary drinks contribute to millions of cases of type 2 diabetes and heart disease each year.
Researchers from Tufts University’s...
New portable device helps detect early signs of dementia
Mild cognitive impairment (MCI) is often an early warning sign of Alzheimer’s disease or dementia.
Detecting MCI early can lead to better treatment options, but...
More steps, less sitting can help cancer survivors live longer
A new study suggests that moving more and sitting less can help older women who have survived cancer live longer and reduce their risk...
The hidden link between this vision loss disease and Alzheimer’s
Glaucoma is often called the "silent thief of sight" because it slowly damages the eye without noticeable early symptoms.
It affects the optic nerve, which...
Research finds a surprising cause of dementia and potential new treatment
Dementia is a serious condition that affects millions of people worldwide, leading to memory loss, confusion, and difficulties with everyday tasks.
Despite years of research,...
Scientists find causes of major types of cancer
Many of the most common cancers in the United States are influenced by human choices.
For example, excessive exposure to ultraviolet (UV) light increases the...
Study finds key age windows to prevent cognitive decline
A new study has revealed that brain aging doesn’t follow a smooth, gradual decline but instead happens in distinct phases, with critical transition points.
Researchers from Stony Brook...
Study finds big cause of higher heart disease risk in type 2 diabetes
People with Type 2 diabetes are more likely to suffer from heart attacks, strokes, and early death due to a condition called atherosclerosis, where...
Research shows new genetic cause of heart rhythm disorder
Researchers have significantly expanded the understanding of the genetic causes of atrial fibrillation (AF), a common heart condition that leads to an irregular heartbeat...