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Sleeping this long may help prevent type 2 diabetes
Most people know that sleep is important for feeling rested and focused during the day. But scientists are increasingly discovering that sleep also plays...
Wildfire smoke may trigger more severe strokes
Air pollution is often thought of as a long‑term environmental problem, but new research suggests that even short bursts of polluted air may have...
Stress nerves may help pancreatic cancer grow, study finds
Pancreatic cancer is one of the most dangerous forms of cancer in the world. It often grows silently and is usually discovered only after...
Why everyday sounds feel louder for people with chronic back pain
Chronic back pain is one of the most common long-term health problems in the world. Millions of people live with persistent pain that lasts...
A common blood pressure drug may help slow aging
Aging is a natural part of life, but it is also one of the biggest mysteries in science. As people grow older, the body...
Common palm oil fat may help cancer spread
Cancer becomes far more dangerous when it spreads from its original location to other parts of the body. This process is known as metastasis,...
Why metformin is one of the most trusted medicines for type 2 diabetes
Type 2 diabetes is one of the most common long-term health conditions in the world. It happens when the body cannot properly control blood...
Two common drugs may work best for unexplained nerve pain
Chronic nerve pain can be extremely difficult to live with. For millions of people, the pain can last for years and interfere with daily...
The sunshine vitamin that quietly protects your heart and blood pressure
When most people hear about vitamin D, they usually think about strong bones and preventing bone diseases such as osteoporosis. This is because vitamin...
New wearable device could help older people prevent dangerous falls
As people grow older, it often becomes harder to keep good balance and posture. Many older adults notice that they feel less steady when...
Medical marijuana for pain may carry a small heart rhythm risk, study finds
Medical marijuana has become an increasingly common treatment for people living with chronic pain.
In many countries, doctors may prescribe cannabis-based medicines to help patients...
Hidden harmful effects of blood pressure drugs every man should know
High blood pressure, also called hypertension, is one of the most common health problems in the world. Millions of men live with this condition,...
Common constipation drug may increase dementia risk, study finds
Constipation is a very common health problem, especially among middle‑aged and older adults. Many people experience it from time to time, and some struggle...
A popular fiber supplement may also affect your lungs and gut
Inulin is a type of dietary fiber that occurs naturally in many everyday foods. It can be found in plants such as bananas, asparagus,...
Why too much of this sweet treat can harm your blood pressure
Licorice is a small plant that grows as a shrub and is widely cultivated in places such as Greece, Turkey, and several parts of...
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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...
One of the biggest stars in the universe might be getting ready to explode
One of the largest known stars in the universe underwent a dramatic transformation in 2014, new research shows, and may be preparing to explode.
A...
Ancient eggshell engravings reveal early humans’ surprising math skills
More than 60,000 years ago, early humans in southern Africa were carving patterns onto ostrich eggshells—and new research shows these designs were far more...
Scientists find one of the smallest dinosaurs ever found in South America
Scientists have discovered a remarkably complete fossil of a tiny dinosaur that is helping to solve a long-standing puzzle about a strange group of...
Stunning new image reveals hidden gas “rivers” at the heart of the Milky Way
Astronomers have captured the most detailed view ever of the center of our Milky Way galaxy, revealing a tangled web of cold gas filaments...