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Scientists discover new cause of aging

In a new study, researchers have discovered a new cause of aging in cells. The work could be key to our understanding of how the...

This common health condition may increase pancreatic cancer risk

In a new study, researchers found that high blood sugar may increase the risk of pancreatic cancer. The research was conducted by a team from...

Common gout drug may help treat diabetic non-healing wounds

In a new study, researchers have discovered for the first time an enzyme that seems to be critical for normal healing. This enzyme appears...

Cannabis may provide strong pain relief, powerful inflammation therapy

In a new study, researchers found the cannabis plant has pain-relieving molecules that are 30 times more powerful than Aspirin at reducing inflammation. The discovery...

Opioid prescription rate in the U.S. much higher than other countries

In a new study, researchers found doctors in the United States may prescribe opioids more frequently to patients when compared to their peers in...

Extra weight in 60s may mean thinner brain years later

In a new study, researchers found that older people who gain extra weight in their 60s are more likely to have brain thinning years...

What happens when you overdose?

Your body is a delicately balanced chemical system. If you take too much of a drug you destroy that balance. That's what happens when you overdose. This...

More women are diagnosed with skin cancer. Here is why

In a new study, researchers found that more women were diagnosed with skin cancer. They found continued use of indoor tanning devices may be the...

Here’s how many years you could gain by keeping heart disease at bay

Heart disease is the nation's No. 1 cause of death, killing about 650,000 people every year. Life expectancy is cut short by the disease and...

These four ancient herbs may benefit your gut and metabolism

In a new study, researchers found that four ancient herbs—turmeric, ginger, long pepper, and black pepper— could change the gut microbiome and regulate metabolism. The...