Simple blood test may spot dangerous muscle loss in kidney disease patients
Researchers in the United Kingdom have discovered that a simple combination of two common blood tests can help identify a serious and often overlooked...
Hidden cholesterol crystals may quietly damage the liver, study finds
Scientists have discovered a new clue about why some people with fatty liver disease develop serious liver problems while others do not.
A study from...
Common medications may help protect older adults from post-surgery confusion
A large new study suggests that several commonly used medications could help prevent delirium, a sudden and distressing state of confusion, in older adults...
Study finds big cause of gut diseases
Imagine your stomach is like a busy city, full of life and activity. This city has trillions of tiny residents called microorganisms.
These include bacteria,...
Vegan diet could help ward off cancer
Have you ever wondered how the foods you eat can impact your health?
We've all heard that "you are what you eat," but can your...
Common glaucoma drug could help prevent opioid relapse, study finds
A medication that has long been used to treat glaucoma, altitude sickness, and certain types of seizures may also help people recovering from opioid...
Scientists discover new clues to identify aggressive prostate cancer early
Researchers in Norway have uncovered new features that may help doctors tell the difference between slow-growing prostate cancer and the more dangerous aggressive type.
The...
Popular weight loss drug may help protect vision in people with diabetes
A widely used diabetes and weight loss medication may do more than lower blood sugar and help people shed pounds.
New research suggests that tirzepatide,...
How obesity could trigger Alzheimer’s disease
Obesity is known to increase the risk of many diseases, like heart problems and diabetes. But its exact link to Alzheimer's disease has been...
Ketamine may offer fast relief for chronic fatigue, new study finds
A drug best known as an anesthetic and a fast-acting treatment for severe depression may also help reduce chronic fatigue, according to a small...