Study finds a new cause of memory loss in Alzheimer’s disease
A team of researchers from the Institute for Basic Science (IBS) in South Korea has made an important discovery that could change the way...
Vitamin K may help protect brain health as we age
As people grow older, memory problems and other signs of cognitive decline become more common.
Scientists have long been curious about whether the food we...
Stroke risk from artery narrowing differs between men and women
A new study has revealed important differences in how carotid artery narrowing, a major risk factor for stroke, affects men and women.
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Scientists move closer to growing real human teeth to replace fillings
Imagine going to the dentist and, instead of getting a filling or an implant, you receive a brand-new, natural tooth grown from your own...
New study links chronic pain and depression through inflammation
Chronic pain—defined as pain that lasts for three months or more—is not only physically exhausting but also closely connected to mental health issues like...
Research finds hidden cause of pancreatic cancer’s deadly progression
Pancreatic cancer is one of the most dangerous types of cancer, with a survival rate of just 10% after five years. One reason it...
Obesity linked to higher risks of 16 common diseases, study finds
A major new study led by Johns Hopkins University reveals that obesity, especially in its most severe form, is strongly linked to a wide...
Getting ahead of head and neck cancer
Many symptoms of head and neck cancer are hard to miss—a lump in the neck, persistent hoarseness, a mouth sore that doesn't heal—which is...
Cannabis compound CBD may help children with autism, new study finds
A recent study has found that cannabidiol (CBD), a compound found in cannabis, may help reduce anxiety and improve social behavior in children and...
A new blood test could spot Parkinson’s disease before symptoms start
Parkinson’s disease is a serious brain condition that slowly affects movement, balance, and coordination. Unfortunately, most people are diagnosed only after many brain cells...