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Scientists spot unexpected cold region inside Jupiter’s northern lights

Jupiter’s northern lights are the most powerful in the solar system, but new observations from the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) have revealed surprising...

AI blood test may detect deadly liver disease years earlier

Liver disease is a growing health problem around the world, yet many people who develop it do not know they are sick until the...

Could this simple vitamin help prevent nerve damage in diabetes?

A new study from researchers at Florida State University has found that increasing the amount of folic acid in the diet may help prevent...

Diabetes and weight-loss drugs may also help fight addiction

A new study suggests that a group of medications originally designed to treat diabetes may also help prevent and treat addiction. Researchers at Washington University...

Why Alzheimer’s may grow much faster in some women

Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia and affects millions of people around the world. It slowly damages the brain and leads...

An FDA- approved drug may stop breast cancer from spreading

Cancer becomes far more dangerous when it spreads from its original location to other parts of the body. This process, known as metastasis, is...

A 1-hour saliva test may help detect major cancers earlier

Scientists at the Queensland University of Technology (QUT) in Australia have developed a new saliva test that could help doctors detect several types of...

AI could help choose best treatment for pancreatic cancer

Pancreatic cancer is one of the most difficult cancers to treat. It often grows quietly in the body and is usually discovered only after...

Common blood pressure drug may carry higher risks than expected

High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is one of the most common health problems in the world. It happens when the force of...

What a high creatinine level really means to your kidney health

When people go for a routine blood test, they often see many unfamiliar medical terms in their results. One of these is creatinine. Doctors check...

Scientists discover deep cause of inflammation in heart disease

Heart disease remains one of the leading causes of death around the world. In many Western countries, conditions linked to heart and blood vessel...

Hidden warning signs of liver problems older adults should know

Liver disease is a serious health problem that can affect people at any age, but it can be especially difficult to recognize in older...

Eating more potassium-rich foods may help lower blood pressure better than cutting salt alone

High blood pressure, also called hypertension, is one of the most common health problems around the world. Doctors estimate that more than 30 percent...

Two-drug combo effectively lower blood sugar in diabetes

Type 2 diabetes is one of the most common long-term health conditions in the world. It happens when the body cannot use insulin properly....

This sleep hormone supplement may protect memory function

As people grow older, many begin to notice changes in their memory. They may forget names more easily, misplace objects, or struggle to recall...

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3 popular password managers are less secure than promised

People who regularly use online services have between 100 and 200 passwords. Very few can remember every single one. Password managers are therefore extremely helpful,...

Your tires may be broadcasting your movements without you knowing

A safety feature found in most modern cars could also be quietly exposing drivers to tracking, according to new research from the IMDEA Networks...

Ancient love stories: How Neanderthal–human relationships shaped our DNA

Our DNA carries the history of ancient migrations, encounters, and relationships between different human groups. A new study suggests that intimate connections between modern humans...

Moon once had a magnetic field stronger than Earth’s—But only for brief moments

For decades, scientists have debated whether the Moon once had a powerful magnetic field like Earth’s or only a weak one. Now, a new study...

This lightweight exoskeleton could make walking easier after stroke

A new wearable robotic device could make walking easier for people recovering from stroke. Engineers at the University of Utah have developed a lightweight hip...