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Blood test could detect early pancreatic cancer with 97% accuracy

Pancreatic cancer is one of the deadliest cancers because it is often diagnosed too late for effective treatment. A team of researchers at Oregon...

A simple solution to high blood pressure

A group of international health experts is calling for new guidelines on treating high blood pressure. They want doctors to recommend potassium-enriched salt instead...

Dietary salt substitutes could prevent heart attack, stroke and death

A new study confirms that using a salt substitute can reduce the risk of heart attacks, strokes, and early death. Researchers analyzed data from...

Research shows a big cause of brain aging and memory loss

Many older adults worry about memory loss and declining thinking skills. However, mild forgetfulness is often a normal part of aging rather than a...

Study finds a surprising cause of autoimmune diseases

Scientists at the Garvan Institute of Medical Research have discovered that certain gene variations linked to leukemia can also create "rogue" immune cells, leading...

New discovery may control chronic inflammation more effectively

Inflammation is a natural response that helps the body fight infections and heal injuries. However, in conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, excessive inflammation can cause...

Study reveals a surprising cause of type 2 diabetes

Diabetes affects an estimated 415 million people worldwide, with around 90% of cases being type 2 diabetes (T2D). This condition occurs when pancreatic beta-cells...

Research discovers a new cause of Alzheimer’s Disease

Alzheimer’s disease is a brain disorder that gradually destroys memory, thinking skills, and the ability to perform everyday tasks. Most people with the late-onset...

Ibuprofen may affect your liver health more than expected

Scientists from the University of California Davis have found that ibuprofen, a widely used painkiller, may have a bigger impact on the liver than...

Common painkiller may help prevent cancer from spreading

Most cancer deaths occur because of metastasis, the process where cancer cells spread from the original tumor to other parts of the body. These...