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Eye changes could help detect Alzheimer’s disease early

Scientists at Cedars-Sinai have discovered important changes in the retina that may help detect Alzheimer’s disease earlier. Their research shows that the retina, which...

Blood pressure drug may slow aging and extend lifespan

Scientists from the University of Liverpool have found that rilmenidine, a drug commonly used to treat high blood pressure, may help extend lifespan and slow...

Aspirin may increase heart failure risk in some people

Aspirin is a widely used medicine known for reducing pain, swelling, and fever. It is also commonly taken by people at risk of heart...

Software robot finds heart disease drug side effects faster than doctors

A new study from the University of Gothenburg has found that a software robot can detect side effects of a heart medication more quickly...

Study finds new gene linked to autism and developmental delays

A recent international study published in Molecular Psychiatry has identified new genetic variants associated with autism and developmental delays. This discovery adds to the growing list of...

Study finds higher surgery death risks before the weekend

If you have surgery scheduled for a Friday, you may want to consider rescheduling. A new study published in JAMA Network Open suggests that people who have surgery...

Steroid use linked to high risk of heart disease in men

A new study from Denmark has found that men who use anabolic androgenic steroids (AAS) have a much higher risk of developing serious heart...

Short-term air pollution can harm your cognition and emotion health

A new study has found that brief exposure to air pollution can impair focus, emotional recognition, and decision-making skills, potentially making everyday activities like shopping or...

‘Midlife window’ could be key for preventing brain decline

Researchers have identified a critical “midlife window” for preventing age-related brain decline. The new study in PNAS has unveiled that brain aging follows a distinct...

Smoking linked to higher risk of stroke in these people

A new study has found that smoking, particularly heavy smoking, is linked to a higher risk of cryptogenic ischemic stroke (CIS) in young adults....