Excess thyroid hormone linked to cognitive disorders in older people
Researchers from Johns Hopkins Medicine have uncovered a significant association between thyrotoxicosis—excessive thyroid hormone levels—and an increased risk of cognitive disorders in older adults.
This...
Common causes and triggers of autoimmune liver disease
Autoimmune liver disease occurs when the body's immune system mistakenly attacks healthy liver cells, leading to inflammation and liver damage.
This condition encompasses several diseases,...
New microscope technique reveals how COVID-19 virus replicates inside cells
Researchers at Stanford University have developed a groundbreaking method to observe the SARS-CoV-2 virus, which causes COVID-19, replicating inside human cells at an incredibly...
How a plant-based diet benefits diabetes management
Diabetes is a widespread health condition that affects the way the body processes blood sugar. Managing this disease often involves medication, physical activity, and...
Gastric cancer surgery may reduce heart disease
Gastric cancer, often referred to as stomach cancer, is a severe and common form of cancer that may increase the risk of developing cardiovascular...
Early warning signs of Parkinson’s disease
Parkinson’s disease is a progressive neurological disorder that primarily affects movement, but its early signs can be subtle and widely vary from person to...
A guide to understanding kidney and liver function tests
Kidney and liver function tests are crucial tools that doctors use to check how well your kidneys and liver are working and to diagnose...
Scientists discover ‘Trojan Horse’ virus hidden in common human parasite
An international team of researchers led by the University of Toronto has discovered a new RNA virus hiding within a common human parasite.
This virus,...
Common causes of urinary tract infections (UTI)
Urinary tract infections (UTIs), particularly cystitis, are a common and painful experience for many women, affecting one in two at some point in their...
Scientists find a key contributor to Alzheimer’s disease and new treatment
The protein known as sTREM2 is increasingly seen as important in understanding Alzheimer's disease, though its exact role remains complex and not fully understood.
Research...