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Scientists discover gene mutation that dramatically raises risk of pancreatic cancer

In a new study, researchers have identified a rare, inherited gene mutation that dramatically raises the lifetime risk of pancreatic and other cancers. The finding...

Scientists find new way to predict cognitive decline due to Alzheimer’s disease

In a new study, researchers have developed a new method to help predict if patients at risk for Alzheimer's disease will experience a cognitive...

Weight training may help fight this dangerous artery disease

In a new study, researchers found weight training, also called resistance training, can help people with peripheral artery disease reduce painful symptoms like muscle...

This new drug may help prevent hearing loss

In a new study, researchers reported the first-ever medication to treat age-related hearing loss could potentially receive FDA approval. The research was conducted at the...

This healthy diet may reduce your cholesterol levels by 30%

High blood cholesterol is a serious health condition that increases the risk of heart disease, the number one killer of Americans, in both women...

Common drugs for improving cognition only boost short-term focus – at high cost

In a new study, researchers found that common drugs used for a brain boost could only provide a short-term benefit with a high price. The...

What you should know about psoriatic arthritis?

Psoriasis is a disease that causes red and white scaly patches to appear on your skin. This happens because your body’s defense system (immune system)...

Marijuana legalization could reduce opioid deaths, new study shows

In a new study, researchers found that marijuana access leads to reductions in opioid-related deaths. The research was conducted by a team from the University...

This novel detector could help with early Alzheimer’s diagnosis

In a new study, researchers have developed a high-sensitivity detector that could help aid early Alzheimer's diagnosis. The research was conducted by a team from...

Eating chicken instead of red meat may reduce breast cancer risk

In a new study, researchers found that eating red meat may increase the risk of breast cancer, whereas eating poultry may protect against breast...