This study discovers an important cause of dementia in some people
The Alzheimer’s Association estimates that up to 40% of dementias are caused by conditions other than Alzheimer’s disease.
Previous research has shown that as many...
Scientists find better way to predict prostate cancer growth
DNA methylation is a natural process cells use to turn genes on or off to help support normal physiological changes.
This occurs when a specific...
How to effectively prevent dementia
Alzheimer’s disease wreaks emotional havoc on patients, who are robbed of their memories, their dignity, and their lives.
It’s financially devastating as well: care for...
Plant-rich diet may protect against foodborne infection
In a new study, researchers found a plant-rich diet may help prevent gastrointestinal (GI) infection from a pathogen such as the one currently under...
Common heart drugs may prevent heart damage caused by cancer therapy
In a new study, researchers found that cancer patients receiving common heart drugs have less heart damage from cancer therapy.
The finding provides support for...
These 5 things could predict chronic migraine headaches
In a new study, researchers found five big predictors of chronic migraine.
The research was conducted by a team at the Albert Einstein College of...
Scientists find a new way to attack cancer with fewer side effects
In a new study, researchers found a way to attack cancer cells that is potentially less harmful to the patient.
Sodium chloride nanoparticles (SCNP) –...
How a gut infection may cause chronic symptoms
Sometimes the end of an intestinal infection is just the beginning of more misery.
Of those who contract traveler's diarrhea, for example, an unlucky few...
Antibiotic combos may increase resistance in people with infections
In a new study, researchers have found that using combinations of antibiotics in patients with bacterial infections might increase resistance transmission.
The research was done...
This study shows important causes of tooth decay and gum disease
A recent study from Umeå University, Sweden and elsewhere found that hereditary traits and factors such as obesity, education, and personality may cause tooth...