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Study shows why many older adults stay on risky drugs

Medications that affect the brain are commonly used in older adults, but they can sometimes do more harm than good. Drugs such as antipsychotics,...

Old antibiotic could help treat panic disorder

Panic disorder is a condition that affects many people around the world. It causes sudden episodes of intense fear, often called panic attacks. During these...

Which obesity treatment protects the heart better?

Obesity is a growing health problem around the world. It is not just about body size or appearance. It is closely linked to serious...

The most common knee surgery does not help and may even be harmful

For decades, a common surgery has been used to treat knee pain caused by wear and tear. This operation, called partial meniscectomy, involves trimming...

Turmeric compound may help reduce heart damage in diabetes

Turmeric is a common spice used in many kitchens around the world. Its bright yellow color comes from a compound called curcumin. Scientists have long...

Eating less protein may help protect kidneys, study shows

Chronic kidney disease, often called CKD, is a long-term condition where the kidneys slowly lose their ability to work properly. The kidneys are very...

A hidden brain cleaning system may hold the key to Alzheimer’s

Alzheimer’s disease is one of the most serious brain conditions in the world today. It slowly damages memory, thinking ability, and daily functioning. Many people...

A new drug could help people lose weight and protect the heart without dieting

Obesity is a growing health problem around the world, and it affects millions of people every year. It is not just about body weight. Severe...

Could adding minerals to your drinking water help lower blood pressure?

High blood pressure is one of the most common health problems in the world today. It often develops slowly and may not cause clear...

This pill can reduce knee pain for a long time

Knee pain is a very common problem, especially for people as they get older. Many adults over the age of 50 experience pain, stiffness,...

Why many people say no to a life-saving cholesterol drugs statins

Heart disease remains the number one cause of death across the world. In the United States, it takes a life about every 34 seconds. This...

What causes high systolic blood pressure?

High blood pressure is one of the most common health problems today, and it can affect people without them even realizing it. Many people feel...

Can type 2 diabetes be reversed?

Type 2 diabetes is one of the most common health conditions in the world today. In the United States alone, more than 36 million...

Can gut bacteria trigger Parkinson’s disease?

Parkinson’s disease is a long-term condition that affects the brain and mainly changes how people move. Around 8 million people across the world are...

Why the ‘bottom number’ of blood pressure may matter more for your brain than...

Most people have heard of blood pressure, but not everyone understands what the two numbers really mean. When you measure your blood pressure, you...

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A simple touch that could make solar cells last much longer

A new study has revealed a surprisingly simple way to improve one of the biggest weaknesses of next-generation solar cells. Researchers from Korea University and...

Scientists map hidden magnetic fields on the sun’s far side

From Earth, we only ever see half of the sun. The other half—the far side—is always hidden from view. But what happens there still matters. Powerful...

Cosmic dances reveal the true weight of young stars in Orion

A star’s mass decides almost everything about its life, from how bright it shines to how it eventually dies. But for young stars hidden deep...

Astronomers spot a Jupiter-like planet with possible ice clouds

Astronomers have discovered a distant planet similar to Jupiter that may be covered with thick clouds, offering new insights into how giant planets form...

Scientists turn depleted oil reservoirs into hydrogen storage

Hydrogen is often seen as a key fuel for a cleaner future because it burns without producing carbon dioxide. However, storing and transporting hydrogen is...