Vancouver research discovers a major cause of heart attacks in women
In a recent study, researchers discovered spontaneous coronary artery dissection (SCAD), a major cause of heart attacks in women.
The study was done by a...
Active women have much lower risk of heart disease
In a new study, researchers found women who spent less of their day in sedentary behaviors—sitting or reclining while awake—had a much lower risk...
New hope for cancer vaccine
The idea of a cancer vaccine is something researchers have been working on for over 50 years, but until recently they were never able...
Why asthma pills could reduce attacks
Asthma affects over 300 million people worldwide and its prevalence is on the increase. There are around half a million people with moderate to...
How breast tissue stiffening linked to breast cancer
A study provides new insight into how the stiffening of breast tissue plays a role in breast cancer development.
By examining how mammary cells respond...
Blue light may help control high blood pressure
In a recent study, researchers found that exposure to blue light could decrease blood pressure, reducing the risk of developing cardiovascular disease.
The study was...
New blood clot discovery could pave way for treating blood diseases
In a new study, researchers have discovered new ways in which the body regulates blood clots in a discovery.
It could one day lead to...
Scientists discover new risk factor for Alzheimer’s and related dementias
In a recent study, researchers from USC found a new genetic risk factor for Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias.
The research provides new information about...
Sitting, watching TV linked to colorectal cancer before age 50
A new study found a connection between prolonged time spent sitting while watching TV and increased risk of colorectal cancer for younger Americans.
Young-onset colorectal...
Scientists find new potential way to treat Alzheimer’s disease
A new study published in the Journal of Neuroscience has found a potential new therapeutic strategy to treat Alzheimer’s disease.
Researchers found in a model...