New method could help doctors spot and treat irregular heartbeat earlier
Atrial fibrillation—often called “AFib”—is a heart condition where the heart beats in an irregular or very fast way. This can be dangerous because it...
New brain scan may help catch Alzheimer’s and dementia early
Brain diseases like Alzheimer’s and dementia often begin years before any clear signs appear. By the time someone starts forgetting things or acting differently,...
Why high blood sugar combined with high blood pressure is very dangerous
More than a billion people around the world live with high blood pressure, especially in countries where access to healthcare and healthy food may...
Scientists decode cannabis DNA, uncovering hidden superpowers
Cannabis has been part of human history for thousands of years.
From ancient rope and textiles to modern medical oils, it’s long been a useful...
New ‘stealth’ material could make mRNA vaccines safer and more effective
Scientists at Cornell University have created a new material that could improve how mRNA vaccines work by making them safer and more efficient.
This discovery...
Night owls face faster cognitive decline, study finds
Are you someone who stays up late and sleeps in, or do you prefer waking up early and starting your day at sunrise?
According to...
New drugs could help treat obesity, diabetes—and even addiction
Obesity and type 2 diabetes continue to affect millions of people worldwide, often leading to serious health issues like heart disease and stroke.
While bariatric...
Could dark chocolate be good for your blood pressure?
Who doesn’t enjoy a bit of chocolate now and then? But here’s a surprising twist—chocolate might not just be a tasty treat, it could...
Daily diabetes pill can manage the condition effectively
Doctors from around the world recently teamed up to study a new pill that could help people with type 2 diabetes manage their blood...
Depression at any age may raise risk of dementia, study finds
A major new study has confirmed that depression—whether it occurs in midlife or later in life—is linked to a higher risk of developing dementia....