Weight loss drug Ozempic linked to lower depression and anxiety risk
Semaglutide, the diabetes and weight loss drug sold as Ozempic and Wegovy, reduces depression and anxiety diagnoses, according to a decade-long study …
Alzheimer’s drugs may not work and could raise brain risks
Amyloid-targeting drugs fail to produce meaningful benefits for Alzheimer's patients, and they carry serious risks, according to a comprehensive revie…
Smart underwear detects lactose intolerance by tracking your farts
Researchers have developed a wearable sensor that attaches to underwear to monitor flatulence patterns and detect lactose intolerance. The device trac…
Your oral microbiome could affect your weight, liver and diabetes risk
Researchers have discovered that bacteria living in your mouth directly influence metabolic health, affecting weight, liver function, and diabetes ris…
They look like healthy motivation, but these viral posts may do more harm than good for young adults
A large review study led by an Olympic athlete found that fitness and healthy eating posts on social media harm young adults despite their motivationa…
Understanding canine distemper virus and increased risk during summer
# Canine Distemper Virus Surges in Summer Months Dog owners face heightened infection risks during warm weather. Canine distemper virus spreads more …
Early data links Wegovy to risk of 'eye stroke' — here's what to know
Researchers have identified a link between Wegovy, a popular GLP-1 weight-loss drug, and retinal artery occlusion, a rare condition that causes sudden…
Scientists just discovered what coffee is really doing to your gut and brain
Researchers have discovered that coffee reshapes gut bacteria in ways that benefit mental health, independent of caffeine content. Both caffeinated an…
The creepy feeling in old buildings might have a surprising cause
Infrasound, vibrations below human hearing range, triggers measurable stress responses in people without their awareness. Researchers exposed study pa…
The 4 biggest myths about hydration, according to an expert
Physiologist Tamara Hew-Butler challenges popular beliefs about drinking water. The "eight glasses a day" rule lacks scientific support. Individual hy…
Boosting one protein helps the brain fight Alzheimer’s
Researchers have discovered that boosting a single protein called Sox9 activates astrocytes, the brain's support cells, allowing them to clear away ha…
Scientists sound alarm as dangerous amoebas spread globally
Free-living amoebae are spreading globally and posing serious health risks. Rising temperatures and aging water infrastructure create ideal conditions…
Why the keto diet could be a revolutionary way to treat mental illness
Researchers are testing the ketogenic diet as a psychiatric treatment, moving beyond its reputation as a weight-loss trend. Clinicians report transfor…
Blood-based DNA marker tracks arsenic exposure and may predict toxicity risk
Researchers have identified a blood-based DNA marker that tracks arsenic exposure in the human body. This discovery offers scientists a tool to monito…
Scientists sound alarm as dangerous amoebas spread globally
Free-living amoebae are spreading across the globe as a growing health threat, driven by rising temperatures and aging water infrastructure. Many spec…
Why the keto diet could be a revolutionary way to treat mental illness
Researchers are investigating the ketogenic diet as a treatment for mental illness, moving beyond its reputation as a weight-loss trend. The high-fat,…
NHS England rushes to hide software over AI hacking fears
# NHS England Shifts Policy on Public Software Over AI Security Threats NHS England is restricting public access to software developed with taxpayer …
The 4 biggest myths about hydration, according to an expert
Physiologist Tamara Hew-Butler debunks four widespread beliefs about drinking water. The "eight glasses a day" rule lacks scientific basis. Your actua…
Hidden plant molecules show up to 25 times stronger activity against Ebola and COVID-19
Researchers at Montreal's Clinical Research Institute identified a new class of plant-derived molecules that block Ebola and SARS-CoV-2 up to 25 times…
Brushing your teeth in hospital could prevent catching a bad infection
Hospital patients who brush their teeth regularly reduce their risk of developing pneumonia during their stay. Most hospitalized patients neglect oral…
'Two lives hang in the balance': Risky surgery in the womb saved baby from deadly disorder at just 2
Doctors at Boston Children's Hospital performed an extraordinary surgical procedure on a fetus at 25 weeks gestation to treat congenital pulmonary air…
What celebrity worship says about self-worth
Psychologists have identified a direct link between celebrity worship and self-awareness. People who form intense emotional bonds with famous figures …
New treatment cuts bad cholesterol by nearly 50% without statins
Researchers have developed DNA-based molecules that lower bad cholesterol by nearly 50 percent without using statins. The treatment works by blocking …
Don’t toss cannabis leaves: Scientists found rare compounds with medical potential
Researchers identified dozens of previously unknown compounds in cannabis leaves, including flavoalkaloids detected for the first time in the plant. T…
Surprising obesity discovery rewrites decades of fat metabolism science
Scientists have discovered that a key fat-metabolism protein performs functions far beyond what researchers previously understood. The protein does no…
Scientists reveal the best exercise for knee arthritis pain relief
Aerobic exercise works best for knee osteoarthritis pain, according to a comprehensive review of 217 clinical trials. Walking, cycling, and swimming r…
Heartbeats physically stop cardiac cancer from growing — and that could be key to thwarting other ca
Researchers have identified why heart cancer remains exceptionally rare. The constant physical contractions of the beating heart actively suppress tum…
Scientists restore memory by blocking a single Alzheimer’s protein
Researchers blocking a single protein called PTP1B restored memory in mice and accelerated the brain's removal of toxic plaque associated with Alzheim…
New genome editing method could swap entire genes and correct 1000 mutations at once
Researchers have developed a genome editing technique that inserts large DNA segments into the human genome, fundamentally expanding what gene therapy…
Brushing your teeth in hospital could prevent catching a bad infection
Hospital patients who brush their teeth regularly cut their risk of developing pneumonia during their stay, new research shows. Most hospitalized pati…
Scientists reveal the best exercise for knee arthritis pain relief
Aerobic exercise beats all other workouts for relieving knee osteoarthritis pain, according to a comprehensive analysis of 217 clinical trials. Walkin…
AI classifier flags bird flu genomes more likely to spread in mammals
Researchers at the University of Hong Kong developed a machine-learning classifier that analyzes influenza A virus genomes to predict which strains po…
Pet cats that roam outdoors can carry similar disease risk as feral cats
University of British Columbia researchers discovered that outdoor pet cats carry infectious diseases at the same rates as feral cats, regardless of v…
Preeclampsia could be treated with 'blood filtering' therapy, early study hints
# Blood-Filtering Therapy Shows Promise for Preeclampsia Researchers tested a blood-filtering treatment on pregnant women with preeclampsia, a danger…