Scientists develop innovative therapy battles flu and protect lungs
Researchers at the Hudson Institute of Medical Research have made a significant breakthrough in the treatment of severe influenza and other respiratory viruses.
Under the...
Active commuting could help lower inflammation, study finds
A collaborative study by the University of Eastern Finland and elsewhere has shed new light on the benefits of active commuting.
Published in the European...
More people die from drug- and alcohol-related heart disease and stroke
Over the past two decades, while we've seen a decrease in deaths from heart-related diseases, there's been a worrying increase in deaths linked to...
Cannabis not effective in treating opioid addiction, study finds
A recent study, published in The American Journal of Drug and Alcohol Abuse, has found that cannabis is not effective in treating opioid addiction.
This...
Research shows toxic RNAs may trigger Alzheimer’s development
Alzheimer's disease is a big problem, especially in places like the U.S. where about 6.7 million people were affected by it in 2023.
This disease...
Regular physical activity reduces breast cancer risk before menopause
A new study conducted by researchers from The Institute of Cancer Research, London, reveals that engaging in regular leisure time physical activity can significantly...
Innovative home exercises reduce falls in older people
A team of researchers from Neuroscience Research Australia (NeuRA) and UNSW has discovered a fun and effective way to help people over 65 avoid...
Study shows higher risk of side effects with common blood pressure drug
A recent study from Columbia University has brought attention to the potential risks associated with a commonly prescribed blood pressure medication, chlorthalidone.
This drug, often...
Women taking these blood pressure drugs have higher heart failure risk
A study from the University of Bologna has revealed a concerning trend regarding the use of beta-blockers, a common medication for hypertension (high blood...
Bright lights may be linked to eye disease in older people
In recent times, there's been a curious discovery about the health of our eyes. Researchers in South Korea have found a link between the...