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Is gray hair a sign of higher heart disease risk?

As we age, many of us expect to see changes in our hair color, with strands of gray gradually replacing our natural shade. While gray...

How poor metabolism affects brain health

Dementia is a condition that many of us worry about as we or our loved ones age. It's not just about forgetting where you put...

How metabolic errors can lead to bad breath

Bad breath, or halitosis, is often associated with a quick fix: a mint, a stick of gum, or a rigorous brushing. However, for some, the...

How drinking alcohol affects young women’s hearts

In a large study that caught the eyes of many at the American College of Cardiology's big yearly meeting, scientists found a worrying connection...

A breakthrough in understanding psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis

In a pioneering study published in Nature Communications, scientists from The Australian National University (ANU) have identified a gene mutation that significantly advances our...

What you need to know about insulin resistance

In the world of health and wellness, insulin resistance is a term that often surfaces, especially in discussions around diabetes and metabolic syndrome. But what...

The early roots of high blood pressure are in childhood

New research presented at the European Congress on Obesity in Venice, Italy, reveals an important insight: the health issues we face as adults might...

Smartphone app can improve early detection of Alzheimer’s

Researchers have made a groundbreaking stride in the fight against Alzheimer's disease through the innovative use of smartphone technology. A recent study, involving teams from...

Scientists find why some people have faster aging in the brain

In a significant leap forward in our understanding of dementia and its precursors, a new study published in Nature Communications brings into focus the...

A closer look at tuberculosis and cancer link

Tuberculosis, or TB for short, is a well-known health issue worldwide, but scientists have discovered something new about it. They found that people who have...