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Scientists warn of severe risks from button battery injuries in young children

A recent study led by the University of Sydney has highlighted the serious dangers that button batteries pose to young children. These small batteries, commonly...

New research offers hope for healthier aging

Aging is a natural part of life that everyone experiences, but it often comes with challenges, including a higher risk of diseases like diabetes,...

Does exercise timing impact muscle strength or blood sugar control?

A new study has found that the time of day you exercise doesn’t affect your muscle strength or your body’s ability to lower blood...

How old are you really? Understanding biological age through blood and saliva

Your age isn't just a number on your birthday cake—it's also about how old your cells are, which scientists call your "biological age." While your...

This disease can help to prevent Alzheimer’s disease, study finds

New research from Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis suggests that people with multiple sclerosis (MS) are far less likely to develop...

Scientists find a surprising way to prevent Parkinson’s disease

It may seem surprising, but smoking, despite its many health risks, has been linked to a lower risk of developing Parkinson’s disease (PD). Until recently,...

This diabetes drug may protect against dementia

Type 2 diabetes is a chronic condition that affects how the body handles blood sugar. For those with this condition, managing blood sugar levels...

This diabetes drug shows remarkable effectiveness in weight loss

Scientists from Yale and other institutions have recently discovered that a drug initially approved for treating type 2 diabetes is also highly effective in...

This widely used diabetes drug is linked to heart failure

Rosiglitazone is a drug used to treat type 2 diabetes, a condition where the body struggles to manage blood sugar levels. Belonging to a...

Study finds a new way to fight against obesity and type 2 diabetes

Obesity is a leading cause of type 2 diabetes and other chronic illnesses that, together, are expected to claim more lives globally this year...