Irregular heartbeat linked much higher risks of dementia death
In the UK, atrial fibrillation—often called AF—has become a growing concern. It’s a condition where the heart beats in an irregular and often fast...
Do all heart attack patients need long-term blood pressure drug beta blockers?
A large new study has raised an important question about whether all heart attack survivors really need to stay on beta-blockers for years, especially...
Could a flu shot help lower your risk of stroke?
A stroke is a serious health condition that happens when blood can’t flow properly to your brain. This can damage brain cells and affect...
A new diabetes drug may protect the kidneys and lungs
Scientists from the University of Hong Kong have discovered that a newer type of diabetes drug may do more than just control blood sugar....
Study finds a new cause of memory loss in Alzheimer’s disease
A team of researchers from the Institute for Basic Science (IBS) in South Korea has made an important discovery that could change the way...
Vitamin K may help protect brain health as we age
As people grow older, memory problems and other signs of cognitive decline become more common.
Scientists have long been curious about whether the food we...
Stroke risk from artery narrowing differs between men and women
A new study has revealed important differences in how carotid artery narrowing, a major risk factor for stroke, affects men and women.
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Scientists move closer to growing real human teeth to replace fillings
Imagine going to the dentist and, instead of getting a filling or an implant, you receive a brand-new, natural tooth grown from your own...
New study links chronic pain and depression through inflammation
Chronic pain—defined as pain that lasts for three months or more—is not only physically exhausting but also closely connected to mental health issues like...
Research finds hidden cause of pancreatic cancer’s deadly progression
Pancreatic cancer is one of the most dangerous types of cancer, with a survival rate of just 10% after five years. One reason it...