Scientists find the cause of stomach cancer growth and spread
Researchers have discovered that stomach cancer cells connect with nearby sensory nerves, forming electrical circuitsthat fuel tumor growth and help the cancer spread.
This finding, published in Nature,...
What are the side effects of GLP-1 medications? A researcher explains
GLP-1 medications initially were used to help people with diabetes improve their insulin resistance and hunger cravings.
However, over the past few years, these medications...
Why many older adults skip Alzheimer’s screening
Alzheimer’s disease and other types of dementia are becoming more common, and early detection can help people get treatment sooner.
However, many older adults in...
Why monitoring blood pressure matters for older people
Blood pressure might not be something you think about every day, but for seniors, keeping track of it can be a lifesaver.
High blood pressure,...
Where you live matters when it comes to breast cancer, study finds
A new study from Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health has found that breast cancer rates among women under 40 in the U.S....
Research shows new chronic gut pain treatment
An international team of researchers has uncovered how certain gut cells activate pain signals, which can persist long after the initial cause is gone....
New drug shows promise in preventing organ damage in lupus
Lupus is a chronic autoimmune disease that can cause severe and irreversible damage to vital organs, including the lungs, kidneys, heart, and liver. The...
New blood test detects early pancreatic cancer with 85% accuracy
A new blood test may help detect pancreatic cancer in its early stages with up to 97% accuracy, according to a recent study. This test...
These common drugs may increase risk of dangerous heart condition
A study from the University of Birmingham and German researchers has found that using anabolic steroids could increase the risk of a serious heart...
Why taking blood pressure pills at night could save your life
A recent study has found that people with high blood pressure can lower their risk of heart disease and death just by changing when...