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New study challenges the link between depression, anxiety, and cancer

For years, there have been whispers that emotional problems like depression and anxiety might be linked to an increased risk of developing cancer. The idea...

Nitrates in diet may prevent vision loss in older people

Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a major cause of blindness. In America, more elderly people are losing their sight because of AMD. With the elderly...

Understanding hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, a deadly heart disease

Although an estimated one in every 500 people is living with an inherited disease known as hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM), many of them may experience...

Good oral health could shorten hospital stays after heart attacks, study finds

Do you remember the last time you visited the dentist? It might have more benefits than just a sparkling smile. Recent research from the University...

Skin cancer screening guidelines can seem confusing and when to consider getting checked

Protecting oneself from the summer sun and its damaging ultraviolet rays is often not straightforward. And public health messaging around when and how to be...

New saliva test can detect gum disease early

When people think of gum disease, tooth loss might be the first concern that comes to mind. But did you know that untreated gum...

Many people receive unnecessary blood pressure treatment in hospitals

Patients admitted to hospitals for non-cardiac reasons might be receiving blood pressure medications that they don't need. According to a recent article led by Flinders...

How early brain changes influence autism development

In a recent study led by Yale, researchers have made a groundbreaking discovery related to autism, a developmental disorder that affects how people communicate...

Gene linked to heart disease and Alzheimer’s may benefit fertility

The APOE-ε4 allele, known for increasing the risk of Alzheimer's and cardiovascular diseases, surprisingly exists in about 20% of humans. Researchers embarked on a mission...

Research discovers a new cause of Parkinson’s disease

Parkinson's Disease, commonly known as PD, affects many people worldwide. It's a disease of the brain that worsens over time, causing tremors, stiffness, and...