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Irregular heartbeat could unmask a serious cardiac disease

Kevin Bergquist remembers the day clearly. Five years ago, the dedicated husband and father, then 43, was walking to work in Ann Arbor when...

Scientists find new way to regenerate the roots of teeth

In a new study, researchers had a new discovery that could allow dentists to regenerate the roots of teeth. The research was conducted by a...

Scientists discover the key to stopping the spread of pancreatic cancer

In a new study, researchers have revealed how aggressive pancreatic cancer cells change their environment to enable easy passage to other parts of the...

Heart attack patients with mild cognitive impairment need better treatment

In a new study, researchers found that people who have mild cognitive impairment (MCI), which lies on the continuum of cognitive decline between normal...

MRI scans more effective at detecting prostate cancers, says new study

Using MRI scans to target biopsies is more effective at detecting prostate cancers that are likely to need treatment than standard ultrasound guided biopsies...

This inexpensive drug combo may lower risks for heart attack, stroke

In a new study, researchers found an inexpensive treatment that combines four drugs could reduce the risk of heart attacks, strokes and heart failure. The...

Scientists discover a new cause of Alzheimer’s disease

In a new study, researchers have discovered alternate chemistry that could account for the various pathologies associated with Alzheimer’s disease. The research was conducted by...

Antibiotic usage linked to higher risk of common arthritis

In a new study, researchers have found evidence that antibiotic usage is linked to an increased risk of developing rheumatoid arthritis. The research was conducted...

Cannabis flower can be an effective medicine for pain relief

In a new study, researchers found strong evidence that cannabis can significantly alleviate pain. They found the average user experiencing a three-point drop in pain...

Fried oil may enhance colon cancer growth

In a new study, researchers examined the impact of frying oil consumption on inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and colon cancer. They found eating fried oil...