Scientists Uncover Hidden Cause of Parkinson’s That Could Lead to New Treatments
Parkinson’s disease is one of the most common brain disorders in older adults. It slowly damages the nervous system and can cause shaking, muscle...
Simple Blood Pressure Plan Could Prevent Up to 130 Million Deaths Worldwide
High blood pressure is one of the world's biggest health threats, yet many people who have it do not know it or do not...
Popular Cholesterol Drug May Carry Hidden Kidney Risks
A widely used cholesterol medicine may carry a small but important risk for the kidneys, according to a large study led by researchers at...
Scientists Find a Hidden Cause of Parkinson’s Disease
Scientists have uncovered a possible reason why harmful proteins build up in the brains of people with Parkinson’s disease and Lewy body dementia.
The discovery,...
Could a Routine Vaccine Help Prevent Strokes and Heart attacks?
Shingles is a painful illness that becomes more common as people get older. It is caused by the same virus that causes chickenpox.
After a...
Fat in This Plant Oil May Help Cancer Spread
A common type of fat found in palm oil may make some cancers more likely to spread through the body, according to research from...
A Hidden Joint Problem May Cause Gout
Scientists have discovered another possible reason why some people develop gout while others with similarly high uric acid levels do not.
Researchers led by the...
Scientists Find a Surprising Way to Treat Type 2 Diabetes
Scientists have discovered a possible reason why insulin-producing cells stop working in type 2 diabetes, and the finding raises hope that some of this...
Even a Small Daily Amount of This Snack May Cause High Blood Pressure
Licorice is a popular treat with a long history, but eating it regularly may affect the heart more than many people realize.
A study from...
Common Mouth Infection Could Harm The Whole Body
A serious infection in the mouth may be more than a dental problem.
Scientists in Sweden have identified the bacteria most often found in severe...