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Scientists discover new potential therapy for Alzheimer’s disease

In a new study, researchers have uncovered an enzyme and a biochemical pathway. They believe the finding may lead to the identification of drugs that...

This skin treatment may help reduce heart artery disease

In a new study, researchers found that treating psoriasis, a chronic inflammatory skin disease, with biologic drugs that target immune system activity can reduce...

Have an irregular heartbeat? You may have higher risk of dementia

In a new study, researchers found people with a particular kind of irregular heartbeat called atrial fibrillation may experience a faster decline in thinking...

Chronic inflammation in middle age may cause memory problems later in life

In a new study, researchers found people who have chronic inflammation in middle-age may develop problems with thinking and memory in the decades leading...

High blood vitamin D levels linked to low colon cancer risk

In a recent study, researchers found higher vitamin D concentrations in the blood are strongly linked to lower colorectal cancer risk. Colorectal cancer is the...

Marijuana compounds may help inhibit colon cancer cells

Colorectal cancer is one of the most common cancers diagnosed in the United States, according to the National Cancer Institute, with an estimated 140,250...

New treatment could lower blood pressure like exercise

In a recent study, researchers found that increasing the body’s supply of beta hydroxybutyrate could help regulate high blood pressure without reducing sodium intake...

6 unusual signs that your heart may be unhealthy

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. This means every year about 1 million lives are lost. The heart and...

Scientists find a new kind of lung cancer

In a new study, researchers have discovered a new kind of small-cell lung cancer (SCLC). The discovery paves the way for developing personalized medicine approaches...

New treatment for autoimmune diseases may benefit millions of people

In a recent study, researchers have developed a series of molecules that may provide more reliable relief with fewer side effects for people with...