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Tiny ancient galaxy near Andromeda may be a 12.5-billion-year-old cosmic fossil

Astronomers have discovered one of the faintest galaxies ever found near the Andromeda Galaxy. The tiny galaxy, called Andromeda XXXVI (And XXXVI), may be around...

Could a Natural Supplement Increase Vaccine Benefits in Older Adults

As people grow older, their immune system slowly becomes less effective. This natural process means the body often has a harder time fighting infections...

Parkinson’s Drug shows promise in Fighting treatment-resistant depression

For people living with severe depression, the hardest part is not always sadness. Many describe something even more troubling: the feeling that life has...

Women Living with Parkinson’s Disease Have More Alzheimer’s Brain Changes

Parkinson's disease is usually known for causing movement problems, but it can also affect memory and thinking as people grow older. Parkinson's disease is a...

A Simple 30-Minute Daily Change Could Help Reduce Depression and Anxiety

Mental health challenges are becoming increasingly common around the world. Depression and anxiety affect people of all ages and can influence work, family life,...

New Tool Could Delay Knee Replacement for Many Arthritis Patients

Doctors may soon have a new way to treat chronic knee arthritis without major surgery, according to new research. Osteoarthritis is the most common type...

Supplement Use Before Surgery May Improve Liver Regeneration

Major liver surgery places extraordinary demands on the body. Although the liver is famous for its ability to regenerate, rebuilding lost tissue requires huge amounts...

Could This Outpatient Procedure Delay Knee Replacement?

Millions of people live with knee osteoarthritis, a disease that slowly damages the cartilage protecting the knee joint. As the condition progresses, everyday activities such...

A Hidden Eye Signal May Predict Recovery After Severe Brain Injury

Doctors caring for unconscious patients often have to answer one of the hardest questions in medicine: will this person wake up? At the moment, there...

Hidden Cholesterol Switch Could Lead to a New Heart Disease Treatment

Heart disease remains the leading cause of death worldwide, and high LDL cholesterol is one of its biggest risk factors. LDL is often called "bad"...

Hidden Causes of Thyroid Diseases You Need to Know

Many people have heard of thyroid disease, but not everyone knows how important the thyroid gland really is. This small, butterfly-shaped gland sits at the...

Scientists Discover a Way to Help Aging Joints Act Young Again

Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis and one of the leading causes of pain and disability around the world. It affects millions of...

Millions of Older Adults Still Take Daily Aspirin When They No Longer Need It

For many years, taking one small “baby” aspirin every day was widely believed to be one of the best ways to help prevent heart...

ADHD Drug May Have Heart Side Effects

Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a common condition that affects both children and adults. People with ADHD may find it hard to pay attention, stay organized,...

These Everyday Foods Can Help Lower Blood Sugar Naturally

Keeping blood sugar within a healthy range is one of the best ways to protect your health. This is especially true for people with type...

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Scientists find 1,000s-year-old human DNA hidden in cave walls

Scientists have made an exciting discovery that could change the way we study human history. For the first time, researchers have shown that ancient human...

New membrane could cut oil refinery energy use by nearly one-third

A team of international researchers has developed a simple membrane that could make crude oil refining much more energy efficient. Instead of relying only on...

Scientists discover two giant planets fluffier than cotton candy

Astronomers have discovered two of the fluffiest planets ever found. These giant worlds are so light and airy that they are actually less dense than...

Earth’s oldest crater really is more than 3 billion years old

In the Pilbara of Western Australia, some of Earth's oldest rocks lie beneath the sky, as they have for billions of years. They are dark,...

Why electric trucks may soon overtake diesel in major cities

Electric trucks may be much closer to becoming the new normal than many people think. According to a new report from C40 Cities, the University...