Could cancer help protect against Alzheimer’s?
Cancer and Alzheimer's disease are two of the most common illnesses that affect older adults.
But for years, doctors have noticed something surprising: people who...
Does ADHD or its drugs affect adult height and weight?
A new study from Seoul National University Hospital has found that children diagnosed with ADHD, and those who are treated with the medication methylphenidate...
Why overactive bladder is so common in people with diabetes
Overactive bladder is a condition that many people find embarrassing or difficult to talk about, yet it affects millions of adults around the world.
People...
New blood test may catch liver cancer recurrence earlier
Doctors may soon be able to detect returning liver cancer earlier and with less stress for patients, thanks to a personalized blood test known...
Damaged kidneys may send harmful signals to the heart
Scientists have made an important discovery about why many people with chronic kidney disease (CKD) die from heart-related problems.
A new study shows that damaged...
Why people with high blood pressure avoid checking it at home
Despite guidelines recommending regular at-home blood pressure checks, most people with high blood pressure aren’t checking as often as they should—even when they’re given...
Korean ginseng compound can help fight hair loss
A new study led by Professor Tae-Gyu Lim from Sejong University in South Korea has found that a natural ingredient found only in Korean...
Why heart risk grows the longer you have type 2 diabetes
People with type 2 diabetes often face an increased risk of heart attacks and strokes. But a new study from Karolinska Institutet in Sweden...
Study finds why some wounds refuse to heal
Chronic wounds, like diabetic foot ulcers, are a growing problem around the world. They often last for months or even years, putting people at...
Blood sugar spikes after meals may raise Alzheimer’s risk
New research from the University of Liverpool suggests that sharp rises in blood sugar after meals may increase the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease.
These...