Diseases
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.
Diseases
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.
Diseases
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.
Body
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.
Diseases
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.
Diseases
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.
Diseases
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.
Diseases
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.
Body
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.
Do You Frequently Take Paracetamol? New Research Reveals Hidden Risks
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