Scientists find new target for hard-to-treat triple-negative breast cancer
Researchers at the University of Kentucky Markey Cancer Center have made an important discovery that could lead to new treatments for triple-negative breast cancer,...
Mailing health warnings fails to curb risky prescriptions for Alzheimer’s patients—What’s next
A recent study led by researchers at UMass Chan Medical School reveals that mailing educational materials to Alzheimer’s patients, caregivers, and doctors had no...
Scientists find words doctors should never say to patients
In the face of serious illness, patients and their families often experience intense emotional suffering, which can be made worse or eased by the...
Michigan fan saved after wife recognizes stroke at football game
A fan who suffered a stroke while cheering at a University of Michigan football game is celebrating a full recovery thanks to a comprehensive...
Scientists find surprising link between sense of smell and Alzheimer’s disease
Our sense of smell does more than detect the aroma of fresh coffee or warn us about smoke. It might even be able to...
Why 1 in 5 people with heart disease risk refuse to take cholesterol-lowering drugs
Heart disease is a leading global health issue, and in the United States, it’s the top cause of death, claiming a life every 34...
Surprising cause of cancer is found from inside body
Scientists at Flinders University in Australia have made a discovery that could change how we understand cancer’s origins. They found that circular RNAs, a...
New study finds a surprising cause of high blood pressure
A new study has found that gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) may increase the risk of developing high blood pressure, or hypertension.
Conducted by researchers at...
Popular heartburn drugs linked to kidney damage, study finds
Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) are widely used medications to manage common digestive issues like heartburn, acid reflux, and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).
Popular brands, such...
Diets rich in these ingredients linked to fewer Alzheimer’s brain symptoms
A recent study from RUSH University in Chicago suggests that eating diets rich in green leafy vegetables, along with foods like fruits, whole grains,...