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Poor sleep may harm brain health, study finds

A new study from The Australian National University (ANU) suggests that poor sleep may contribute to brain shrinkage and increase the risk of neurodegenerative diseases like...

How viewing nature can reduce pain

A new brain imaging study has revealed that watching nature scenes can help reduce pain by changing how the brain processes it. Researchers from the...

Better diet means lower lung cancer risk, study finds

When people think about diet and cancer, they often connect it to diseases like liver or pancreatic cancer. Red meat, alcohol, and processed foods have...

A new way to detect early signs of memory loss

Mild cognitive impairment (MCI) is an early warning sign of Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. Catching it early can make a big difference, as early treatment...

Tattoos may increase cancer risk, study finds

Getting a tattoo is often a carefully considered decision, but few people think about the long-term health effects of tattoo ink. Recent research suggests...

New drug shows promise for treating autoimmune hair loss

A team of researchers has developed a potential new treatment for alopecia areata, an autoimmune condition that causes hair loss and bald patches. Led by...

Gut plays a big role in Parkinson’s, anxiety, and long COVID

The gut does more than digest food—it plays a major role in your mood, sleep, and even motivation to exercise. Scientists now believe it...

A new blood test could make colon cancer screening easier

No one likes getting a colonoscopy. The procedure, used to check for colon cancer, is uncomfortable, expensive, and sometimes leads to medical complications. However,...

This daily food can boost weight loss and prevent diabetes, high blood pressure

A new study from Tufts University suggests that eating whole grains every day can help people stay healthier as they age. The research found...

These common medications may harm memory in older people

Many people take medicine for everyday health problems like allergies, high blood pressure, or bladder issues. These medications help manage symptoms, making life easier. But...