Social activity may help delay dementia for 5 years
Staying socially active, like visiting friends, attending parties, or going to church, may help keep the brain healthy as people age.
Research from Rush University...
Sugary drinks might increase diabetes risk via the gut
It’s well known that drinking sugary beverages can raise the risk of diabetes, but scientists have long wondered why.
A new study, published in Cell Metabolism,...
Scientists find the cause of stomach cancer growth and spread
Researchers have discovered that stomach cancer cells connect with nearby sensory nerves, forming electrical circuitsthat fuel tumor growth and help the cancer spread.
This finding, published in Nature,...
What are the side effects of GLP-1 medications? A researcher explains
GLP-1 medications initially were used to help people with diabetes improve their insulin resistance and hunger cravings.
However, over the past few years, these medications...
Why many older adults skip Alzheimer’s screening
Alzheimer’s disease and other types of dementia are becoming more common, and early detection can help people get treatment sooner.
However, many older adults in...
Why monitoring blood pressure matters for older people
Blood pressure might not be something you think about every day, but for seniors, keeping track of it can be a lifesaver.
High blood pressure,...
Where you live matters when it comes to breast cancer, study finds
A new study from Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health has found that breast cancer rates among women under 40 in the U.S....
Research shows new chronic gut pain treatment
An international team of researchers has uncovered how certain gut cells activate pain signals, which can persist long after the initial cause is gone....
New drug shows promise in preventing organ damage in lupus
Lupus is a chronic autoimmune disease that can cause severe and irreversible damage to vital organs, including the lungs, kidneys, heart, and liver. The...
New blood test detects early pancreatic cancer with 85% accuracy
A new blood test may help detect pancreatic cancer in its early stages with up to 97% accuracy, according to a recent study. This test...