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This stuff in brain may increase risk of cognitive decline, dementia

A new study published in The Lancet Neurology shows that people who currently have no signs of memory problems may still face a higher...

New patch can help heal heart damage after a heart attack

A new patch developed by researchers at Texas A&M University may offer a promising way to help the heart heal after a heart attack. Led...

Early universe may have teemed with strange, short-lived stars, study finds

In the first split second after the Big Bang, the universe was an extremely hot and chaotic place. Before atoms even existed, and long before...

Brain stimulation therapy helps stroke patients regain vision

Scientists at EPFL in Switzerland have developed a new, non-invasive brain therapy that could help stroke patients regain their vision faster and more effectively. This...

This dental treatment could prevent heart disease, diabetes

A new study from King’s College London has found that getting a successful root canal treatment might do more than just save your tooth—it...

Poor sleep may nudge the brain toward dementia, researchers find

Staring at the ceiling while the clock blinks 3am doesn’t only sap energy for the next day. A large, long-running US study of older...

High blood pressure may harm the brain long before you notice it

Scientists at Weill Cornell Medicine have made an important discovery about high blood pressure, also known as hypertension. Their research shows that hypertension may begin...

Common painkillers may worsen iron deficiency in cancer patients

Common painkillers like diclofenac and acetaminophen are used by millions of people every day to relieve pain and reduce inflammation. They are usually considered safe...

New drug can help treat bladder cancer

Imagine a bladder cancer treatment that targets only cancer cells while leaving healthy cells untouched. This dream has now become reality for patients like Gerald...

This new injection could help millions avoid daily blood pressure pills

High blood pressure is a common health problem that affects millions of people around the world. Many people need to take medicine every day...