Urine test detects high-risk prostate cancers
Prostate cancer is a leading cause of cancer death among men. Scientists have developed a urine test that could help some men avoid unnecessary...
The long-term benefits of whole grains on blood pressure and heart health
A recent study from Tufts University has brought to light the beneficial impacts of whole grains on health, especially as people enter middle age...
Research shows surprising link between stroke and chronic kidney disease
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a serious health problem that affects millions of people around the world.
Despite how common it is, the reasons why...
Research uses sound to improve sleep in dementia
A recent study reveals that using sound to stimulate brain waves could significantly improve sleep quality for those suffering from dementia or cognitive decline.
Sleep...
Research shows a surprising connection between migraine headaches and blood sugar
Have you ever wondered why some people seem to have headaches and migraines more often than others?
It turns out, a lot of this has...
Research shows a big cause of work-related nerve injuries
Many jobs can strain and even harm your nerves without you realizing it. Dr. Sandra Hearn and her team wanted to learn more about...
Research finds important causes of PCOS
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a health condition that affects about 10% of women of childbearing age, making it one of the most common...
Prunes can be a simple way to improve blood pressure health
Prunes, which are dried plums, are sweet, chewy, and naturally sugar-free.
They are packed with important nutrients like vitamin B6, manganese, and copper, which help...
High blood pressure drugs may prevent epilepsy, study finds
Researchers from Stanford Medicine, in collaboration with colleagues from Brown University and the University of Rhode Island, have made a groundbreaking discovery that could...
Scientists discover two new psychedelic mushrooms in Southern Africa
Researchers and citizen scientists have discovered two new species of psychoactive mushrooms in southern Africa.
This discovery brings the total number of known Psilocybe species...