Hidden ingredient in weight‑loss pills may not be safe
New weight‑loss medicines are changing how doctors treat obesity, a condition that affects hundreds of millions of people around the world.
These drugs help control...
Cuddle hormone may heal the brain after loneliness
Long periods of being alone can affect how people feel, think, and connect with others.
Many people who experience social isolation report sadness, anxiety, and...
How your gut can help prevent heart disease
For many years, people have joked that the way to someone’s heart is through their stomach.
Modern science now suggests that this old saying may...
Exercise could help cancer survivors live longer, even if they start late
For many years, doctors have encouraged people to stay active to protect their heart and overall health.
Regular movement such as walking, cycling, or swimming...
Cancer treatment can cause long-lasting hearing loss
A new long-term study has revealed a hidden cost of one of the most widely used chemotherapy treatments.
Researchers from the University of South Florida...
Pecan nuts may help people with heart disease
Scientists from Brazil and other countries have found that adding pecan nuts to a healthy diet may benefit people with heart disease.
Coronary artery disease...
Study finds hidden long‑term health risks for testicular cancer survivors
Testicular cancer is the most common cancer in young men between the ages of 18 and 39. The good news is that modern treatments...
Could your blood pressure affect your personality?
High blood pressure is usually discussed as a risk factor for heart attacks and strokes, but new research suggests it may also influence how...
New oxygen gel could prevent amputations
Chronic wounds are a serious health problem that affect millions of people around the world, especially older adults and people with diabetes. Unlike normal...
A tiny finger-prick test may detect Alzheimer’s years before symptoms
Alzheimer’s disease is a growing concern as people live longer around the world. It slowly damages memory, thinking, and behavior, making everyday life difficult...