Liver cancer rates are dropping in the U.S., study finds
A new study from Cedars-Sinai Cancer brings hopeful news about liver cancer in the United States.
Researchers found that the number of new liver cancer...
New compound may prevent diabetes by calming the immune system
A group of scientists from different countries has made an exciting discovery that could lead to new ways to treat or prevent type 2...
Study finds a silent genetic heart risk hidden in millions
Familial hypercholesterolemia is a genetic condition that causes very high cholesterol levels from birth. People who have this disorder often do not know it,...
Tiny new underwater microphone could change how we listen to the ocean
Scientists at MIT’s Lincoln Laboratory have created a new type of underwater microphone, called a hydrophone, that is smaller, cheaper, and just as sensitive...
Modified traditional Chinese cuisine may help lower blood pressure
A groundbreaking study by scientists from Peking University reveals that a modified version of traditional Chinese food could significantly lower blood pressure in Chinese...
Thyroid problems in pregnancy may increase autism risk in children
Ongoing Thyroid Problems During Pregnancy Linked to Higher Autism Risk in Children
New research shows that women who have untreated thyroid hormone problems during pregnancy...
Your body has a natural molecule that fights Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s
As people live longer, age-related brain diseases like Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s are becoming more common.
These conditions happen when certain proteins in the brain fold...
Simple ways to reduce inflammation and protect your heart
If you’ve ever fought off an infection or iced a sprained knee, you know something about inflammation. But you might not know its importance...
Why some memories last a lifetime while others fade fast
Every day, your brain takes in new experiences, emotions, and ideas. Some of these become lasting memories, while others fade away.
But how does your...
Lower doses of drug show better results for deadly skin cancer
Immunotherapy has become an important way to treat cancer, especially for people with malignant melanoma, a serious and advanced form of skin cancer.
However, these...