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Scientists find genetic cause of some brain cancers

Brain tumors meningiomas are the most common type of tumors affecting the central nervous system, occurring around the brain or spinal cord. Every year, approximately...

Why BCG vaccine can help fight against Alzheimer’s disease

Alzheimer's disease, a form of dementia, is a devastating condition that affects millions of people worldwide, causing immense suffering for patients and their families. Researchers...

Why focusing on upper number can help control high blood pressure better

High blood pressure, a common health issue, can lead to serious diseases. For a long time, doctors have paid attention to two numbers when measuring...

Depression linked to early death in people with diabetes, study finds

A new study conducted by at New Mexico State University and elsewhere sheds light on the long-term impact of depression among American adults diagnosed...

Avid runner was having a heart attack – and then his heart stopped

After a busy day at his law office, Stuart Katz sat down for dinner with his wife at their home in Woodbridge, Connecticut. He ate...

Acupuncture could manage irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhea

A recent pilot study, published online in JAMA Network Open, has explored the potential of acupuncture as a safe and feasible treatment option for...

Weight loss from dieting can benefit people with type 2 diabetes

A diet-assisted weight loss trial for people with type 2 diabetes has revealed significant differences in various potential biomarkers of metabolic health one year...

This heart problem is linked to memory loss in older people

A new study has found a possible connection between atrial fibrillation (AF) and memory problems. Atrial fibrillation is a heart condition where your heart beats...

Scientists find new hope for predicting and treating long COVID

Researchers at the University of Alberta have identified a potentially crucial amino acid that may help predict poor clinical outcomes in COVID-19 patients and...

Scientists find link between cancer and diabetes

In the 1920s, a peculiar observation was made: cancer patients exhibited sweet-smelling urine. This intriguing symptom was swiftly associated with elevated blood sugar levels, suggesting...