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Study finds a new cause of Parkinson’s disease

Parkinson’s disease is a brain illness that affects millions of people worldwide. It usually happens in older adults and slowly damages the brain cells that...

This skin problem may raise the risk of serious heart problems

Psoriasis is often seen as just a skin condition, but new research shows it could have much deeper effects on the body—especially the heart. A...

Why lower blood pressure may help older adults live longer

High blood pressure, also called hypertension, is a health condition that many people have around the world. If it is not treated the right way,...

Can kidney disease cause itchy skin?

Many people don’t know that kidney disease can cause skin problems. But for people living with this condition, having itchy skin and rashes is...

Are your meds secretly raising your blood pressure?

Many people around the world live with high blood pressure, also known as hypertension. It’s a serious health issue that can lead to heart attacks,...

Air pollution may increase dementia risk, study warns

Dementia is a serious health problem that affects memory, thinking, and behavior. It mostly happens in older people, but younger people can get it...

Rotten egg gas may offer a fast, safe cure for stubborn nail infections

A gas best known for its terrible “rotten egg” smell could soon help millions of people struggling with nail infections. Scientists from the University of...

Personalized care could help people with Parkinson’s live with less pain

Every 27 minutes, someone in Australia is diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. While most people recognize the condition for its tremors and movement difficulties, fewer realize...

Next-generation wound care uses light and electricity to help the body heal itself

Scientists at National Taiwan University have found a promising new way to help chronic wounds heal faster and with fewer scars—by guiding the body’s...

New protein gel can regrow tooth enamel and prevent decay

Scientists at the University of Nottingham have created a new protein-based gel that could revolutionize dental care by helping teeth repair themselves. The innovation may...