Health 23 hours ago Alzheimer’s brain treatment shows promising results in new study Researchers at the University of California, Irvine, have developed a groundbreaking therapy for Alzheimer’s disease by using stem cells to program human immune cells for targeted treatment.
Health 1 day ago Alzheimer's rates have reached staggering number as experts call for change Alzheimer’s early detection is now more accessible with blood tests, as survey data shows nearly 80% of Americans want to know their risk before symptoms appear.
Health 1 day ago Premature death linked to certain type of food, study reveals New research has confirmed that ultraprocessed food consumption is linked to premature death in eight countries, as the U.S. pulls back on synthetic dyes.
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Health 2 days ago Exercise can prevent cognitive decline even when energy lags, researchers discover Researchers at the University of Missouri discovered that exercise could make up for lost energy, pinpointing a link between liver function and cognitive decline.
Health 5 days ago Exposure to toxin increases colorectal cancer risk among younger adults, study finds Researchers from University of California San Diego have linked a bacterial toxin called colibactin to the increase in early-onset cases of colorectal cancer.
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Health 6 days ago Woman says ChatGPT saved her life by helping detect cancer, which doctors missed Lauren Bannon, a North Carolina mother, says ChatGPT saved her life by flagging her medical condition after doctors missed it. She shares how the AI chatbot led to her cancer diagnosis.
Health April 23 Dancing can help relieve cancer-related side effects, early data shows Preliminary data from The Ohio State University has found that dancing the Argentine tango can help reduce chemotherapy-induced neuropathy symptoms, like burning and tingling.
Lifestyle April 23 Stress and anxiety can be reduced over time in one key way, study suggests New research published in a mental health journal suggests a potential link between regular use of probiotics and lower levels of stress, anxiety and fatigue.
Health April 23 Blood test could predict skin cancer recurrence, study shows A new study reveals blood tests can predict melanoma recurrence by detecting circulating tumor DNA. Research shows 80% of stage 3 melanoma patients with positive tests experience a return of cancer.
Health April 22 Stem-cell therapy for Parkinson's shows 'strong promise' in relieving symptoms In a small study, researchers transplanted stem cells into the brains of 12 Parkinson’s patients, stopping progression and bringing about improvement in motor function.
Health April 21 Cancer report reveals surprising new data on deaths, diagnoses Overall, rates of new cancer diagnoses and cancer-related deaths have declined, according to the annual cancer statistics report from the National Cancer Institute.
Health April 19 Colorectal cancer risk reduced by this common vitamin, study suggests A new study published in the journal Nutrients suggests that vitamin D levels play a “critical role" in preventing and treating colorectal cancer. The researchers share the key findings.
Children's Health April 18 E. coli outbreak went unpublicized by FDA despite affecting 15 states: report The FDA is under fire for not publicly warning about deadly E. coli outbreak linked to romaine lettuce that sickened 89 people across 15 states, raising questions about food safety protocols.
Health April 17 First GLP-1 pill for weight loss, diabetes shows success in late-phase trial Eli Lilly has seen positive results from a phase 3 trial of Orforglipron, the first-ever GLP-1 pill for weight loss and type 2 diabetes. Previous versions were administered via injection.
Health April 17 Rising autism rates now affect 3% of children, says CDC report A new CDC report stated that autism rates are rising in the U.S., as more than 3% of America's kids are being diagnosed. A spokesperson from Autism Speaks reacts to the latest data.
Health April 16 Dementia risk connected to cannabis-related hospital visits, says study New research found that older individuals who visited the hospital for cannabis-related reasons could be at a higher risk of developing dementia. Canadian researcher Daniel Myran discusses the findings.
Health April 16 Common medical test linked to 5% of cancers, study suggests: ‘Use them wisely’ CT scans, or CAT scans, are widely used to get internal images of the body and diagnose dangerous medical conditions, but they could pose a hidden risk. Doctors discuss.
Tech April 16 AI system restores speech for paralyzed patients using own voice Developed at two California universities, the innovative technology combines brain-computer interfaces with advanced AI to decode neural activity into audible speech.
Diabetes April 16 Diabetes risk linked to these ultraprocessed food combinations A new study found that certain combinations of food additives are linked to a higher chance of developing type 2 diabetes. Experts discuss how to mitigate risk.
Health April 13 Artificial intelligence transforms patient care and reduces burnout, physician says Across the country, thousands of physicians are using a new form of medical AI called ambient listening. A doctor speaks about the potential benefits for patients and staff.
Health April 13 Alabama woman has pig kidney removed after a record 130 days An Alabama woman had her pig kidney transplant removed at NYU Langone Health and is back on dialysis after having it in place a record 130 days.
Health April 12 Genetic cholesterol eliminated by new drug, reducing heart attack risk, study finds Researchers have discovered an experimental medication that significantly reduces a cholesterol-like particle that can increase the risk of heart attacks and strokes.
Health April 11 Alcohol linked to brain damage for heavy drinkers, study finds People who consumed high amounts of alcohol were more likely to have brain lesions and cognitive decline, according to a new study that examined the brains of heavy drinkers.
Health April 11 Stroke, dementia and depression share these 17 preventable risk factors A new study from Mass General Brigham (MGB), which identified 17 shared risk factors all linked to stroke, dementia and late-life depression. Researchers and physicians weigh in.
Health April 10 Invasive strep throat strain has more than doubled in US, reports CDC The CDC marked a major uptick in group A strep cases in 10 U.S. states from 2013 to 2022. Here's what to know about risk of more severe infection and spread.