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Scientists discover drug that could fight Alzheimer’s before symptoms begin

A drug originally developed for spinal cord injuries has shown surprising promise against Alzheimer's, repairing DNA damage and reducing brain inflammation in mice.

A wireless brain implant just gave a third totally blind patient artificial vision

The device skips the eyes entirely and plugs a tiny camera straight into the brain, and researchers say the approach is finally scaling up.

Your cholesterol numbers explained: LDL, HDL and the targets you need to know

The number your doctor wants to see on your next lipid panel depends on who you are, not a one-size-fits-all cutoff.

Early menopause may be linked to brain ageing

A new study involving more than 2,600 women has found a link between a natural change in the body and brain health later in life.

A blood test may predict your Alzheimer’s risk a decade out

The marker shows up on a routine blood draw, and new research suggests it may speak to the brain's future long before anything changes in everyday life.

Scientists discover drug that could fight Alzheimer’s before symptoms begin

A drug originally developed for spinal cord injuries has shown surprising promise against Alzheimer's, repairing DNA damage and reducing brain inflammation in mice.

A wireless brain implant just gave a third totally blind patient artificial vision

The device skips the eyes entirely and plugs a tiny camera straight into the brain, and researchers say the approach is finally scaling up.

Your cholesterol numbers explained: LDL, HDL and the targets you need to know

The number your doctor wants to see on your next lipid panel depends on who you are, not a one-size-fits-all cutoff.

Early menopause may be linked to brain ageing

A new study involving more than 2,600 women has found a link between a natural change in the body and brain health later in life.

Is Male Birth Control Finally On the Horizon? New Developments Spark Hope

More than six decades after the invention of the female birth control pill, men are still left with just two outdated options. But now,...

Easy Tips for a Healthier Work-From-Home Day

A healthy work environment isn't just about a good office chair and a height-adjustable desk.Check out these simple and effective ways to make...

These 10 Foods Are Most Likely to Be Recalled — Here’s Why

A recent analysis from Consumer Reports reveals the top foods most often linked to recalls and disease outbreaks in the U.S.Many of these...

Scientists Stunned: Common Vaccine Quietly Disrupts Women’s Cycles

A study has uncovered a surprising link between vaccination and menstrual changes.

Not Just Pain: Endometriosis Now Linked to These Dangerous Diseases

A large new research project reveals that endometriosis might be far more than a painful reproductive disorder. Scientists have now found genetic links between...

This Is How Much Protein You Actually Need to Build Muscle

If you're trying to build muscle, lifting weights isn’t enough. The protein on your plate plays just as crucial a role.Your body breaks down...