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Smell loss emerges as the early behavioural sign of Alzheimer’s

Research reveals immune cells target brainstem nerves, linking smell loss to early Alzheimer's, offering potential for earlier diagnosis and intervention.

4 Sep 2025

Why repetitive wrist use in esports could lead to long-term injuries

The study highlights wrist extensor fatigue in esports, emphasizing the role of game genre and the need for preventive measures to combat musculoskeletal risks.

4 Sep 2025

Extreme morning sickness found to carry heavy emotional and physical burden

A new study reveals the profound emotional and physical toll of extreme morning sickness, with more than half of affected women reporting they considered terminating their pregnancy, and 9 in 10 saying they had thought about not having more children.

3 Sep 2025

Study finds universal rise in cholesterol after menopause among Bolivian Tsimane women

Deep in the Bolivian Amazon exists a forager-horticultural community called the Tsimane. Researchers look to them for insights on how the human body functioned prior to modern technologies, as their lifestyles remain the closest to that of our ancestors.

3 Sep 2025

Sugar-coated nanoparticles offer new hope for treating triple-negative breast cancer

Triple-negative breast cancer is particularly aggressive and difficult to treat; but recent research may offer a new way to target the often-deadly disease.

3 Sep 2025

Roasted Arabica coffee hides powerful antidiabetic molecules

Three novel coffee diterpene esters, caffaldehydes A, B, and C, were discovered in Arabica beans, showcasing significant alpha-glucosidase inhibitory activity.

3 Sep 2025

How effective is the RSV vaccine for older adults?

A single dose of the RSV vaccine offers 58% protection against hospitalization in older adults, but effectiveness varies in immunocompromised individuals.

3 Sep 2025

Can listening to sad music heal a heartbreak?

Neurotic individuals may use maladaptive music listening to cope with breakup distress, leading to intensified negative emotions and mental health challenges.

3 Sep 2025

Study links hysterectomy and bilateral oophorectomy to higher stroke risk

Given the seriousness and increased frequency of strokes, many studies have been conducted to assess the relationship between hysterectomy and/or bilateral oophorectomy and the risk of stroke with varying results.

3 Sep 2025

Beetroot juice lowers blood pressure in older adults by reshaping oral bacteria

Dietary nitrate from beetroot juice lowered blood pressure in older adults but not in younger participants in a double-blind crossover trial. The effect was linked to oral microbiome changes, including reduced Prevotella and higher plasma nitrite, without improvements in endothelial function

2 Sep 2025

People live longer worldwide but not necessarily healthier, study finds

Researchers mapped the global healthspan-lifespan gap across 183 countries, showing people live longer but not healthier, with Africa experiencing the fastest widening gap. Distinct disease-burden clusters explain regional differences and highlight the need for region-specific health strategies.

2 Sep 2025

Dormant tumor cells targeted to reduce breast cancer relapse

A first-of-its-kind, federally funded clinical trial has shown it's possible to identify breast cancer survivors who are at higher risk of their cancer coming back due to the presence of dormant cancer cells and to effectively treat these cells with repurposed, existing drugs.

2 Sep 2025

$Walking faster may protect your bones and prevent fractures$

Walking faster may protect your bones and prevent fractures

A UK Biobank study links walking pace to osteoporosis risk, revealing brisk walking may protect bones and reduce fracture likelihood, regardless of genetics.

2 Sep 2025

AI model predicts flu vaccine strains more accurately than WHO

AI-based models like VaxSeer outperform traditional methods in flu vaccine strain selection, enhancing effectiveness and addressing global influenza challenges.

2 Sep 2025

Can saliva and tears replace blood tests for vitamin D and glucose?

Tears and saliva may offer new ways to monitor blood glucose and vitamin D levels, suggesting less invasive methods for managing chronic health conditions.

2 Sep 2025

Landmark study maps mutational landscape of triple-negative breast cancer in African American women

Triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC), the deadliest breast cancer subtype, disproportionately affects African American women – but until now, they were underrepresented in genomic studies aimed at identifying the genetic mutations driving the disease.

1 Sep 2025

How a Mediterranean diet helps women manage menopausal symptoms

A cross-sectional study of 149 postmenopausal women found that greater adherence to a modified Mediterranean diet was linked to lower odds of moderate to severe hot flashes and sexual symptoms. While psychological and physical domains showed no significant association, the results support further evaluation of diet as a non-hormonal strategy for menopausal care.

1 Sep 2025

Better education and income reduce anxiety about growing old

Investigating aging anxiety in China, this research links socioeconomic status to mental health, showing how education and income can alleviate fears of aging.

1 Sep 2025

Can oral bacteria make heart disease worse?

The presence of viridans streptococci in coronary plaques indicates a role in atherosclerosis, potentially influencing heart disease outcomes.

1 Sep 2025

How plant compounds could target Alzheimer’s disease from multiple angles

This review highlights how dietary polyphenols modulate Alzheimer’s disease biology through antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and multi-target mechanisms, supported by in-silico docking analyses. Despite promise, challenges in bioavailability and brain delivery remain key hurdles to clinical translation.

31 Aug 2025