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3 siblings. 3 heart transplants. Each before turning 3.

Nine weeks after giving birth to twin sons, life was a blur of diaper changes, feedings, laundry and sleepless nights for Sara and Jason...

What to do when pain lingers

Whether it’s the result of a sports-related injury or simply sleeping wrong, pain is something we can all unfortunately relate to. Pain typically serves...

Scientists create virtual marmite flavor for early Alzheimer’s diagnosis

Researchers at the University of Warwick have pioneered the development of virtual flavors like marmite and vegemite, utilizing advanced technology capable of replicating nearly...

How our body clock can make Parkinson’s disease worse

Parkinson’s disease, a degenerative condition known for its debilitating symptoms such as tremors and slow movement, has often been associated with disturbances in sleep...

Fitness can protect kidney health better than weight loss in obese people

Maintaining a healthy weight is important for our wellbeing, particularly for our kidneys. Obesity is known to cause chronic kidney disease. However, new research suggests...

Common plastic additive linked to autism, ADHD

The soaring incidence of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a growing concern, with environmental factors and genetic predispositions...

Many people with hypertension take drugs increase their blood pressure

Maintaining a balanced blood pressure is crucial for avoiding serious health conditions such as heart attack, stroke, and kidney disease. However, researchers from Harvard have...

Vitamin B3 supplement is linked to cancer risk and spread, study finds

Dietary supplements, notably vitamins and minerals, are widely consumed to bolster health. However, a startling study from the University of Missouri unveils the potential risks...

Common high blood pressure drug linked to sudden cardiac arrest, study finds

A drug we often use to control high blood pressure, nifedipine, may be more risky than we thought, according to a recent study by...

Common drug for constipation is linked to higher dementia risk

Laxatives, usually the last resort to alleviate constipation when lifestyle modifications fail, have come under scientific scrutiny due to a groundbreaking study by the...