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A big breakthrough in early detection of inflammatory bowel disease

A recent study by researchers at the Francis Crick Institute and Aalborg University in Copenhagen has revealed promising findings that could transform the early...

High insulin levels directly linked to pancreatic cancer

Recent research from the University of British Columbia's Faculty of Medicine has established a direct correlation between elevated insulin levels, commonly seen in individuals...

People with long COVID show brain changes differ from recovered patients

Researchers at the Radiological Society of North America's annual meeting are presenting groundbreaking findings on Long COVID, a post-COVID condition affecting a significant portion...

Widely used blood pressure drugs may harm your sleep, study finds

Beta-blockers, commonly prescribed for various heart conditions, are not significantly linked to depression but may affect sleep patterns, as revealed by a study from...

Study links statin use to higher risk of diabetes and skin infections

For individuals with high levels of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol, statin medications are often prescribed to manage cholesterol levels. Statins are known to effectively reduce...

Scientists find a new predictor for kidney disease

A recent study has uncovered the Hemoglobin Glycation Index (HGI) as a significant predictor for chronic kidney disease (CKD) in individuals without traditional risk...

Red meat may increase inflammation in the body, study finds

Recent research led by Dr. Alexis Wood from Baylor College of Medicine challenges long-held beliefs about red meat and its impact on inflammation, a...

More than 1 billion people may live with muscle and bone diseases by 2050

A recent study published in Lancet Rheumatology, funded by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, predicts a significant increase in musculoskeletal disorders globally. Researchers anticipate...

Many people with diabetes get their cancer diagnosis too late

A significant study by the International Agency for Research on Cancer has shed light on the relationship between type 2 diabetes and cancer diagnosis. The...

Low-salt diet strongly reduce high blood pressure, study finds

Recent findings presented at the American Heart Association’s Scientific Sessions 2023 demonstrate that a significant reduction in daily sodium intake can notably lower systolic...