Injuries and Ailments

New treatment could slow Alzheimer’s in many patients

Researchers report encouraging real-world results for a promising Alzheimer's drug.

Common contact lens mistake left woman facing vision loss

A rare eye infection has prompted doctors to repeat an important warning for contact lens wearers.

New blood test could spot heart disease risk up to 15 years early

Researchers say a new AI-powered blood test could identify heart disease risk up to 15 years before symptoms appear.

New drug shows promise for millions with kidney disease

A major international study suggests an existing drug could slow kidney disease in millions of patients without diabetes.

New study identifies the painkillers linked to the highest overdose risk

A new British study has identified which opioid painkillers are most closely linked to life threatening breathing problems....

New treatment could slow Alzheimer’s in many patients

Researchers report encouraging real-world results for a promising Alzheimer's drug.

Common contact lens mistake left woman facing vision loss

A rare eye infection has prompted doctors to repeat an important warning for contact lens wearers.

New blood test could spot heart disease risk up to 15 years early

Researchers say a new AI-powered blood test could identify heart disease risk up to 15 years before symptoms appear.

New drug shows promise for millions with kidney disease

A major international study suggests an existing drug could slow kidney disease in millions of patients without diabetes.

Scientists make surprising discovery: Tropical fruit could help repair gum damage

An unusual combination of jackfruit, pomegranate and medication has given researchers hope for a new way to repair damage caused by severe gum disease.

Common plastic chemical linked to anxiety in new study

Scientists have linked a common plastic chemical found in everyday products to anxiety-related behavior that persisted long after early-life exposure.

The daily routines experts say can slow down the aging process

Biological age is about more than the number of candles on your birthday cake. According to a cardiologist, everyday choices can influence how quickly...

Scientists find remarkable connection between GLP-1 drugs and cancer

A major new study has found a surprising link between popular GLP-1 weight-loss drugs and a significantly lower risk of several obesity-related cancers.

Hospice nurses say the same thing happens before many deaths

Hospice nurses have noticed a striking pattern in many patients, with the same changes often appearing in the final hours before death.

Can the damage caused by alcohol be reversed? New study provides answers

New research shows that alcohol can increase the risk of a wide range of diseases, but can the damage be reduced?