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Could Ozempic help people whose cancer has spread to the brain?

Weight-loss injections that have become famous for helping people shed pounds may also help some patients with advanced cancer live longer when the disease...

Cooking at home once a week may cut dementia risk by 30%

As people grow older, keeping the brain healthy becomes one of the most important parts of staying independent and enjoying life. Dementia, a condition that...

Study finds safer hair loss treatment with little side effect

Hair loss is a common problem that affects millions of people around the world. For many, it is not just about appearance but also...

Why colorectal cancer is rising in younger people

Colorectal cancer is a disease that affects the colon and rectum, which are parts of the digestive system. It is one of the most...

New study suggests atoms can “hear” ripples in spacetime

Gravitational waves are tiny ripples in space and time, created by some of the most violent events in the universe, such as when two...

A simple blood test could reveal Alzheimer’s early

Alzheimer’s disease is one of the most common causes of memory loss in older adults. It slowly affects the brain, making it harder for...

A spoonful of peanut butter could help detect Alzheimer’s early

Scientists at the University of Florida have developed a surprisingly simple way to help detect Alzheimer’s disease early, and it involves something many people...

High blood pressure and diabetes together greatly raise risk of early death

High blood pressure and type 2 diabetes are two of the most common long-term health problems in the world today. Many people live with...

Early signs of Parkinson’s disease you need to watch out

Parkinson’s disease is a condition that affects the brain and mainly changes how a person moves. It develops slowly over time and usually gets...

Early signs of heart valve disease you should never ignore

Your heart works every second of your life to keep blood moving through your body. Inside the heart, there are four small but very...

Hidden medicines that could make high blood pressure worse

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

A simple pill may reduce high cholesterol for people who can’t use statins

Cholesterol is a soft, waxy substance that is found in every part of the body. It is not always harmful. In fact, the body...

A tiny “ion pump” could make clean water cheaper and power future technologies

Scientists have developed a new kind of device that can move charged particles through water using very little energy—and without any moving parts. This breakthrough...

What’s the link between tattoos and vision loss? 2 optometrists explain

Getting a tattoo can be a thrilling, albeit painful, experience. About one-third of Australians have a tattoo, with many getting inked as a rite of passage. However, a small...

Losing health insurance can quickly worsen diabetes, study warns

Diabetes is a long-term health condition that affects how the body controls blood sugar. It requires ongoing care, regular check-ups, and often daily medication. For...

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Astronomers discover powerful “cosmic laser” shining from halfway across the universe

Astronomers using a powerful radio telescope in South Africa have discovered an extraordinary cosmic signal coming from more than 8 billion light-years away. The signal...

Ancient plant viruses may have originated before the last ice age

A group of plant viruses that infect many important crops may have origins stretching back tens of thousands of years, long before humans began...

Scientists revive 100-year-old material to create powerful new infrared devices

Scientists at Stanford University have discovered a new way to use some of the oldest known semiconductor materials to improve infrared technology. Their work could...

Scientists build AI chip powered by light instead of electricity

Scientists in Australia have developed a tiny artificial intelligence chip that performs calculations using light instead of electricity. The experimental device, created by researchers at...

Why subway systems are getting hotter—and why commuters are feeling it

For many commuters, stepping into a subway station means stepping into a wave of heat. A new study suggests that this uncomfortable experience is not...