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These common drugs linked to higher risk of memory loss

A new study from the University of California, San Diego has found that a common class of drugs may increase the risk of cognitive decline, especially in...

Keeping blood pressure under control may help protect against dementia

A new study led by researchers from Beijing Anzhen Hospital suggests that keeping blood pressure under control for a longer period of time can...

Scientists find a surprising cause of autoimmune diseases

Scientists at the Garvan Institute of Medical Research have discovered that certain gene variations associated with leukemia can lead to “rogue” immune cells, which...

Research shows the key to memory and brain health

Scientists from the University of Washington have found that keeping the brain’s protective barrier healthy is one of the most important factors for maintaining...

Scientists find a major cause of multiple sclerosis

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a disease that affects the brain and spinal cord. It happens when the body’s immune system mistakenly attacks the protective...

Common oral bacteria strongly linked to chronic diseases

Scientists from Karolinska Institutet in Sweden have studied bacteria commonly found in severe oral infections. Their research aims to help us understand how these...

Common blood pressure drug may increase skin cancer risk

High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a long-term health condition that affects more than one-third of Australian adults. If not properly managed,...

Pain may increase smoking and cannabis use among cancer survivors

A new study suggests that cancer survivors who experience pain may be more likely to use cigarettes and cannabis. Published in Cancer, the research...

Older women may face higher risk from gene therapy for eye diseases

New research suggests that older women may be more vulnerable to harmful inflammation from gene therapy treatments for incurable eye diseases. A study led...

Uncommon signs of cognitive decline older people need to know

When people think about cognitive decline, they often imagine the obvious symptoms: forgetfulness, confusion, or difficulty finding the right words. While these signs are...