Animal-to-human diseases can kill much more people by 2050
A recent study conducted by experts from the U.S. biotech company Ginkgo Bioworks has raised concerns about the increasing threat of diseases transmitted from...
New super-sensitive test can spot hidden infections early
In a breakthrough that could change the way we fight diseases, scientists have come up with a super-sensitive test that can detect dangerous germs...
Smartphone app helps predict liver surgery risks more effectively
Liver cancer remains a significant health challenge, and surgical removal of parts of the liver is often the best hope for a cure.
However, not...
Tai chi can be a fun way for older people to boost brain power
A recent clinical trial has revealed an exciting way for older adults to reverse mild declines in brain power: by practicing tai chi, a...
Diabetes drugs may help prevent heart disease in older veterans
A recent study published in the Annals of Internal Medicine has provided valuable insights into the use of diabetes medications and their impact on...
DASH diet offers enhanced heart benefits, study finds
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) remains the leading cause of death in the United States, taking more than 800,000 lives each year.
Adopting a healthy diet is...
Combing exercise and social interaction can boost cognitive health in older people
Regular exercise has long been known to offer numerous physical benefits, such as improved strength and fitness.
However, a recent study highlights its remarkable cognitive...
Specific nutrients impact heart health beyond weight loss, study shows
Traditionally, improvements in heart health resulting from weight loss have been attributed solely to the weight reduction itself or associated factors like enhanced blood...
New drug show promise in treating rheumatoid arthritis
A recent study has provided encouraging evidence that newer oral medications known as JAK inhibitors are effective in treating rheumatoid arthritis (RA) in real-world...
Scientists find the root cause of inflammatory bowel diseases
Inflammatory bowel diseases (IBDs), such as Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, are characterized by chronic inflammation in the gut due to dysregulated cell signaling...