Understanding common causes of pancreatic cancer
Pancreatic cancer is a serious and often deadly disease that starts in the pancreas, an important organ located behind the lower part of the...
Understanding common causes of muscle weakness as we age
As people age, it's widely believed that losing muscle strength is a natural and unavoidable part of getting older. We often think that our...
This blood pressure drug linked to higher skin cancer risk
In Australia, high blood pressure, or hypertension, is a widespread condition that affects more than a third of adults over the age of 18....
Study shows a new cause of Parkinson’s disease
A team of researchers from the University of Rochester, along with collaborators from other institutions, has been investigating how a chemical called trichloroethylene (TCE)...
Drinking coffee this way may prevent heart disease, stroke
A recent study from researchers at Semmelweis University brings some encouraging news for coffee enthusiasts. According to their findings, drinking up to three cups...
XEC: What you need to know about the new COVID variant
A new COVID variant is spreading rapidly and could soon become the dominant variant around the globe.
The variant, called XEC, was first detected in...
Common snack could cause dangerous high blood pressure
Licorice is a small shrub commonly grown in Greece, Turkey, and parts of Asia.
Its roots have been used in both Eastern and Western medicine...
Scientists find a new cause of dementia
Dementia is a serious condition that affects millions of people worldwide, leading to significant declines in memory, thinking, and the ability to carry out...
This common blood pressure drug linked to heart failure in women
A recent study conducted by researchers at the University of Bologna has highlighted potential risks associated with beta-blockers, a commonly prescribed medication for managing...
Game-changing graphene coating could end antibiotic-resistant infections
Scientists have made a breakthrough in using graphene, a super-thin and strong material, to fight antibiotic-resistant bacteria.
This new development could have a significant impact...