The biology of face and head formation
There’s a reason we can spot a friend in a crowd—humans are wired to focus on faces. We’re incredibly skilled at recognizing small differences...
Where is Alzheimer’s most common in the United States
A new study has revealed where Alzheimer’s disease is most common in the United States.
Researchers found that the highest rates of this memory-loss condition...
Could common blood pressure drugs increase the risk of autoimmune disease?
Psoriasis is a skin condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It causes red, itchy, and scaly patches, usually on the elbows, knees, scalp,...
Children with autism have lower risk of severe injuries than kids with ADHD
A new study published in JAMA Network Open suggests that children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) may have a lower risk of injury compared to children with...
Common heart drug may not strongly reduce heart failure or death after heart attack
A new study, led by Professor Jan Inge Henter and published in the New England Journal of Medicine, examined whether the drug empagliflozin could help prevent heart...
How blood pressure drugs affect your gut health
High blood pressure is a major health concern, affecting about 10% of adults worldwide.
Many people with this condition rely on medications like ACE inhibitors, beta-blockers, and...
Cold therapy can reduce nerve pain in breast cancer patients
A new study led by researchers at the George Washington University Cancer Center has found that cold therapy, also known as cryotherapy, can help...
Cholesterol may play a key role in Parkinson’s disease
Scientists in China have discovered a cholesterol-related compound that may contribute to the development of Parkinson’s disease.
This compound, called 24-OHC, appears to help spread...
Cannabis smoking can cause cavities, severe tooth loss
It has been known for a long time that smoking cannabis can cause problems with the lungs, heart, and brain.
Now, new research shows that...
Blood thinners in older hearts: benefits outweigh the risks
New research from the University of Bath shows that for older patients with atrial fibrillation, stopping blood thinning medication can be far more dangerous...