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Do stress and depression increase the risk of Alzheimer’s disease? Here’s why there might...

Dementia affects more than 55 million people around the world. A number of factors can increase a person’s risk of developing dementia, including high...

Cheap medicines can prevent migraine headaches effectively, study finds

Migraine headaches are more than just intense pain; they can include nausea, sensitivity to light and sound, and can be debilitating, especially for women. Norwegian...

Adolescent fitness critical to future heart health, study finds

A study from Karolinska Institutet, published in JAMA Network Open, explores the relationship between physical fitness, body mass index (BMI), and the risk of...

This nutrient in diet can prevent inflammation in older people

A recent study published in Molecular Nutrition & Food Research highlights the significant health benefits of polyphenols, found in common foods, for older adults. This...

This blood thinner drug can prevent strokes in people with hidden heart issues

A groundbreaking study has unveiled the significant benefits of using apixaban, a common blood thinner, for patients with a hard-to-detect type of atrial fibrillation. This...

Study highlights preventable risk factors behind millions of cancer deaths

A recent study conducted by researchers from the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), Queen Mary University of London (QMUL), and King's College...

Mild inflammation linked to long COVID symptoms in women

New research has found that women who had mild inflammation during acute Covid-19 are more likely to suffer from Long Covid symptoms, particularly muscle...

MIT researchers develop a wearable ultrasound patch for easy organ monitoring

MIT researchers have created an extraordinary ultrasound monitor that can be worn like a patch. This device makes it easier to image internal organs without...

Scientists find new treatment for early-onset Alzheimer’s disease

A recent study published in Science Bulletin offers new insights into early-onset Alzheimer's disease (EOAD), particularly its sporadic form (sEOAD), which affects individuals under...

Research shows important cause of Urinary tract infections or UTIs

Urinary tract infections (UTIs), particularly cystitis, are a common health issue for women, with half experiencing at least one UTI in their lifetime. However, the...