A new way to check blood sugar without finger pricks
A team of scientists and engineers from Denmark and Germany has created a new system to check blood sugar without the need to draw...
Smart skin patch detects infections in real time without batteries
A team of researchers from the Universitat Rovira i Virgili (URV) in Spain, along with partners from the University of Porto, has created a...
Scientists discover new cause of dangerous diarrhea infections
Researchers at La Trobe University have made a major breakthrough in understanding how a harmful strain of E. coli bacteria causes severe gut infections.
The...
Heart failure may speed up mental decline, study finds
A new study suggests that heart failure doesn’t just affect the body—it can also cause the brain to age faster. The research, led by...
Why you should lie down when measuring blood pressure
Most of us are used to getting our blood pressure checked while sitting at the doctor’s office. But new research shows that this common...
This nutrient may help clear artery plaques and prevent heart disease
Heart disease is still the leading cause of death worldwide. One of the main problems that leads to it is a condition called atherosclerosis, where...
Study finds hidden cause of sudden cardiac arrest in type 2 diabetes
When we talk about keeping the heart healthy—especially for people living with type 2 diabetes—we often focus on the usual suspects: diet, exercise, and...
Study finds big cause of autism in the brain
Autism is a condition that begins early in life and affects how a person communicates, behaves, and interacts with others. It’s something people are...
Scientists find new cause of Alzheimer’s disease
Alzheimer’s disease is the most common brain condition that leads to memory loss and confusion in older people. It is the leading cause of...
Common blood pressure drug linked to bowel issues, study finds
Diverticulosis, a condition where small pouches form in the walls of the intestine, is especially common in older adults. Though often harmless, it can...