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This drug for ALS may protect cognitive functions in Alzheimer’s disease

In a new study from Alzheimer's Drug Discovery Foundation, researchers found a common drug for ALS can slow brain metabolic decline and have a...

Taller people more likely to have this heart disease

In a recent study presented at the American Heart Association Scientific Sessions, researchers found that taller people have a higher risk of atrial fibrillation...

This new method enables real-time detection of cervical cancer

In a new study, researchers found with the help of a new optical imaging technique, cervical cancer can be detected with a hand-held microscope. They...

Scientists find cause of blood clots in people with severe COVID-19

In a new study from the University of Reading, researchers found inflammation and blood clotting seen in very severe cases of COVID-19 may be...

This stuff in berries may prevent and reverse Parkinson’s disease

In a new study from Johns Hopkins Medicine, researchers found that the compound farnesol, found naturally in herbs, and berries and other fruits, may...

Scientists find new way to predict sudden death in inflammatory heart disease

In a new study from Johns Hopkins University, researchers have developed a new tool for predicting which patients suffering from complex inflammatory heart disease...

Vitamin D may protect you from type 2 diabetes

In a recent study published in Diabetes Care, researchers found higher levels of vitamin D in the body are linked to a lower risk for...

These common drugs may harm your memory function, causing cognitive decline

In a recent study published in Neurology, researchers found a class of drugs used for many conditions, motion sickness, urinary incontinence, overactive bladder, high...

New light treatment may slow down Alzheimer’s disease

In a new study from MIT, researchers found a new ‘light flash’ treatment may help slow down Alzheimer’s disease. They found exposing Alzheimer's patients to...

This common sleep issue may be a big risk factor of COVID-19

Sleep apnea causes breaks in breathing (apnea) while a person is asleep. In a recent study published in Sleep Medicine and Disorders: International Journal, researchers found...