Scientists find deep cause behind long COVID brain fog
Even though the COVID-19 pandemic began several years ago, scientists are still working to understand all of its long-term effects.
One of the most troubling...
Alzheimer’s protein may help treat cancer
Alzheimer’s disease and cancer are two very different illnesses.
One slowly takes away memory and thinking skills, while the other causes uncontrolled cell growth in...
How common drugs can change gut health long-term
Medicines you took years ago may still be affecting your gut health today.
A major study by scientists at the University of Tartu’s Institute of...
How to prevent heart disease without taking pills
Many people wonder if they can avoid heart disease without having to take pills. The answer is yes—lifestyle changes have been proven to help...
Different types of depression may cause different chronic diseases
Depression has long been known to increase the risk of physical health problems like diabetes and heart disease.
Now, a new study shows that different...
New way to prevent dangerous blood sugar drops in diabetes
A new study from the University of California, Davis, has uncovered how cells in the pancreas work together to stop blood sugar from dropping...
Brain shape change can be early warning sign of dementia
As we grow older, our brains don’t just shrink—they actually change shape in noticeable ways.
A new study led by researchers from the University of...
Common painkiller may suddenly drop blood pressure in hospitals
Acetaminophen is a medicine that many people around the world use to ease pain or bring down a fever.
You might have taken it yourself...
Scientists find deep cause of Parkinson’s disease inside the brain
Scientists from the University of Copenhagen have made an exciting discovery about Parkinson’s disease.
Their new research shows that the most common form of Parkinson’s...
What’s the best blood pressure for people over 60? Doctors say it depends
As people grow older, managing blood pressure becomes both more important and more complex.
Blood pressure measures how strongly your blood pushes against the walls...