These common drugs may increase risk of Parkinson’s disease
Parkinson’s disease is a serious condition that affects how people move. It happens when certain brain cells stop working properly, leading to problems like...
Signs of heart artery blockages you shouldn’t ignore
Heart arteries can get blocked when fatty deposits called plaques build up inside them. This condition, known as coronary artery disease, reduces blood flow...
Scientists discover key cause of memory declines in older people
Have you ever wondered why our brains don’t stay as sharp as we get older? Scientists at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus...
Scientists discover a key switch to control chronic inflammation
Chronic inflammation is a long-term immune response that can harm the body over time, increasing the risk of diseases like Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, diabetes, and...
Could mouthwash affect your blood pressure?
Mouthwash is a common part of many people’s daily routine. It freshens breath, kills bacteria, and helps prevent gum disease. But new research suggests...
A simple pill may help people avoid knee and hip surgeries
Good news for people with joint pain! A recent study suggests that a pill called colchicine could lower the chances of needing knee and...
One in three people at risk of heart rhythm disorders
Heart rhythm disorders are becoming more common, yet most people don’t know much about them.
These conditions, which affect how the heart beats, can be...
Just one hour of screen time increases risk of near-sightedness
A new study suggests that the more time people spend staring at screens, the higher their risk of developing nearsightedness (myopia).
Researchers found that for...
Healthy fats like omega-3s may prevent motor neuron disease and dementia
A new study suggests that increasing omega-3 fatty acids in the brain could help slow the progression of motor neuron disease (MND).
Researchers from University College London (UCL) found that...
Diabetes and obesity drugs may help treat mental diseases
New research suggests that medications originally developed for diabetes and obesity could have potential benefits for mental health and cognitive disorders.
A study from the...