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Sensory stimulation in Alzheimer’s disease care: What to know

Alzheimer's disease is a progressive neurological disorder that impairs memory, thinking, and behavior. As the disease advances, it can diminish an individual's ability to...

Promising therapies against liver fibrosis

Liver fibrosis is a condition that involves the accumulation of scar tissue in the liver, typically as a response to chronic damage. Without intervention, this...

First aid for stroke victims

When someone suffers a stroke, every minute counts. Quick and effective first aid can significantly influence the outcome for the stroke victim, potentially reducing...

Colon cancer rates are rising in young Americans, but insurance barriers are making screening...

More than 53,000 Americans are projected to die from colorectal cancer this year. Although colorectal cancer is the second-most common cause of cancer deaths in...

Chatbots as ineffective multilingual healthcare advisors

Researchers at Georgia Tech have conducted a study which casts doubt on the reliability of chatbots, like ChatGPT, for providing healthcare advice, especially to...

Orange peel extract may be good for your heart health

Orange peels may hold a key to better cardiovascular health, new research shows. Heart disease is the leading cause of death for men, women, and...

Cancer treatment may work best at the right time of day

The circadian clock can be leveraged to enhance the efficacy of checkpoint inhibitor cancer therapy, a new study finds. The circadian clock is the biological...

Ancient Egyptian skulls reveal early attempts to treat cancer

4,000-year-old skulls show evidence of ancient Egyptian medical practices New research reveals that ancient Egyptians, known for their advanced medical skills, might have tried to...

How to eat your way to lower blood pressure

High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a significant health issue that affects millions of people around the world. It can lead to serious...

The link between inflammation and heart disease

Inflammation is a natural process that helps the body fight off infections and heal injuries. However, when inflammation becomes chronic, it can play a...