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Bleeding risk from blood thinner drugs decreased over time

A new study from the University of Gothenburg reveals that blood thinners, commonly prescribed after blood clots in the leg or lung, increase the...

A single injection could help treat vision loss

Scientists at the University of Toronto are developing a groundbreaking treatment that could replace the need for daily eye drops for glaucoma patients with...

A simple blood test could help detect Alzheimer’s disease earlier

In Ireland, many people living with Alzheimer’s disease do not have a formal diagnosis. In fact, up to half of them remain undiagnosed. A...

These widely use drugs may increase memory loss, cognitive decline

Cognitive decline can range from mild memory issues to severe dementia, with Alzheimer’s disease being the most common form. Many factors can cause memory...

These drugs may increase the risk of Parkinson’s disease

Parkinson’s disease is a long-term brain disorder that affects movement and coordination. It causes symptoms like tremors, stiffness, and balance problems, which get worse...

This common blood pressure drug may help slow aging

Scientists from the University of Liverpool have found that a widely used blood pressure drug called rilmenidine may help people live longer and stay...

Scientists find a surprising cause of rheumatoid arthritis

Scientists have discovered that a specific type of bacteria found in the gut may play a key role in triggering rheumatoid arthritis (RA) in...

Research finds a new cause of dementia

Researchers at Cedars-Sinai have found that some people diagnosed with a serious type of dementia may actually have a condition that can be treated....

New diabetes drug helps lower blood sugar and lose weight faster

A recent study has found that the diabetes drug tirzepatide helps people with type 2 diabetes lower their blood sugar and lose weight faster...

Common blood pressure drug may increase risk of sudden cardiac arrest

A recent study has found that a drug commonly used to treat high blood pressure may be linked to an increased risk of sudden...