This test may better detect a common genetic cause of autism
In a new study, researchers found a new stand-alone test can more precisely diagnose people with a common genetic cause of autism than the...
One avocado a day helps lower ‘bad’ cholesterol for heart health
In a new study, researchers found eating one avocado a day may help keep "bad cholesterol" at bay.
The research was conducted by a team...
Many women get unnecessary mammograms before breast surgery
In a new study, researchers found that nearly one-third of women younger than 40 underwent mammography before breast reduction surgery.
The research was conducted by...
PTSD nearly doubles infection risk
In a new study, researchers found people with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) were 1.8 times as likely to have any infection as those without...
Scientists find new way to detect heart rhythm problems after stroke
In a new study, researchers have developed a new method to detect irregular heartbeats after stroke.
The new method outperformed the approach that’s currently used...
New blood test could predict stroke risk in people with diabetes
Having diabetes is a risk factor for many other health conditions, including stroke.
“Every 40 seconds an American has a stroke,” says Frederick Korley, M.D.,...
New way to treat the most common blinding diseases
In a new study, researchers found a new method to treat some of the most common blinding diseases.
The research was conducted by a team...
Scientists make a major breakthrough in Alzheimer’s disease treatment
In a new study, researchers have made a big breakthrough in the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease.
They found two short peptides, or strings of amino...
This gout drug may lead to severe skin disease in people with heart problems
In a new study, researchers found heart disease is a big risk factor for severe adverse skin reactions in patients taking allopurinol, a common...
Many Americans are worried about taking PPIs and have stopped them secretly
Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) are one of the most commonly used medications in the United States.
While PPIs are effective at treating symptoms such as...