What to know about EG.5 (Eris)—the latest coronavirus strain
A Yale Medicine expert explains whether EG.5 is more transmissible or severe than previous Omicron subvariants.
Viruses mutate, so it was only a matter of...
Older people have poor cognition but better well-being, study finds
New research tells us that being young or old affects not just our bodies but our minds in fascinating ways.
Scientists at the University of...
MIT scientists develop promising new drug to combat Alzheimer’s disease
In a groundbreaking study, scientists at The Picower Institute for Learning and Memory at MIT have developed a molecule named "A11," which shows promise...
Fresh fruit and vegetables prescribed by doctors can boost health in type 2 diabetes
Most of us know that eating fruits and vegetables is good for us, but what happens when your doctor actually prescribes them?
According to a...
AI-driven approach revolutionizes breast cancer risk assessment, study finds
A study led by Andreas D. Lauritzen, Ph.D., from the University of Copenhagen, indicates that combining artificial intelligence (AI) systems can significantly improve the...
A high blood pressure drug may help battle brain cancer
Glioblastoma is a fast-growing type of brain cancer that is very hard to treat. Doctors have a new set of drugs called immune checkpoint...
Cutting back on salt: a simple step for healthier blood pressure
High blood pressure, often known as hypertension, is like a sneaky villain that harms your body without you even knowing it. Imagine your heart...
New Australian drug shows promise for treating tough pancreatic cancer
Pancreatic cancer is notorious for being one of the hardest types of cancer to treat. Often, it isn't caught until it's advanced, leaving chemotherapy...
Online low-carb program boosts diabetes control, study finds
Living with type 2 diabetes can be tough, especially when you live far away from a clinic or a dietitian.
A new Australian study has...
Why high blood pressure is linked to memory loss
We all know that high blood pressure isn’t good for your heart, but did you know it can also harm your brain? Think of...