Tiny water animals borrow bacteria genes to fight infections
A recent study from the University of Oxford, the University of Stirling, and the Marine Biological Laboratory (MBL) has uncovered that small freshwater animals...
New hope for diabetes: breakthrough treatment boosts insulin-producing cells
Scientists from Mount Sinai Health System in New York City and City of Hope in Los Angeles have discovered a promising new treatment for...
Gut protein might protect brain cells in Parkinson’s Disease
Nearly 10 million people worldwide suffer from Parkinson's disease (PD), a condition that causes muscle rigidity and tremors due to the loss of a...
Oral contraceptives: The risks and benefits of being on the pill
The 20th century saw humanity develop in leaps and bounds, and without a doubt one of the most revolutionary advances was oral contraceptives, more...
Vaccination reduces long COVID risk by 70%, new study finds
A new study led by Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis has found that the risk of developing long COVID has decreased...
Managing fluid retention in heart failure
Heart failure is a condition where the heart doesn't pump blood as well as it should. One common problem for people with heart failure...
Dietary fats and blood sugar: what you need to know
Understanding how different types of dietary fats impact blood sugar levels is crucial, especially for people managing conditions like diabetes. Blood sugar, or glucose,...
Common causes of high blood pressure everyone needs to know
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a widespread health issue affecting millions of people worldwide. It’s a condition where the force of blood against...
Best and worse exercise for heart disease patients
Heart disease is a leading cause of health problems worldwide. It can affect the way your heart works and make everyday activities challenging. One...
Research shows big cause of Parkinson’s disease and Lewy body dementia
Parkinson’s disease is a neurodegenerative disorder affecting about one million people in the United States. It disrupts daily activities due to the loss of...