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New Alzheimer drug passes an important test

New Alzheimer drug passes an important test

In a new study, researchers reported that a new drug for treating Alzheimer’s disease has passed an important test. The drug candidate called PRI-002 has...
Why eating less salt could treat high blood pressure

Why eating less salt could help treat high blood pressure?

It is known that eating too much sodium (mainly in salt) could lead to high blood pressure. In a new study, researchers have an underlying...
Scientists discover a new way to stop inflammation

Scientists discover a new way to stop inflammation

In a new study, researchers have discovered a new method to stop inflammations in its tracks. The finding may help develop new drugs to treat...
This common bowel disease linked to prostate cancer

This common bowel disease linked to prostate cancer

Recently, researchers have found that a common bowel disease - inflammatory bowel disease - is linked to prostate cancer. They found that people with inflammatory...
Like a lot of things, women’s gut microbiomes appear to mature earlier than men’s

Like a lot of things, women’s gut microbiomes appear to mature earlier than men’s

A recent study found that the age and sex of an individual strongly influence the bacterial diversity of the gut microbiome. The human gut microbiome...
Six months of aerobic exercise may reverse aging in thinking skills

Six months of aerobic exercise may reverse aging in thinking skills

In a new study, researchers found that doing aerobic exercise for just six months could greatly improve thinking skills in older people cognitive impairments. The...
New therapy may restore natural heartbeat in heart failure

New therapy may restore natural heartbeat in heart failure

In a new study, researchers tested a new therapy to re-engage the heart’s natural electrical pathways. This new treatment may help restore natural heartbeat in...
This drug combo may reduce stroke risk effectively

This drug combo may reduce stroke risk effectively

Recent research has shown that stroke is the fifth leading cause of death in the U.S. Among all people expressing a stroke, about 75% are...
What to eat if you have pre-diabetes

What to eat if you have pre-diabetes

Pre-diabetes is a health condition when blood sugar levels in the body are higher than normal, but not high enough to be diagnosed as...
Three harmful side effects of high blood pressure drugs you should know

Three harmful side effects of high blood pressure drugs you should know

High blood pressure is a dangerous chronic condition. It can increase the risk of heart disease and stroke. One way to manage high blood pressure...