Antibiotic resistance is a major obstacle that modern medicine is currently grappling with. It has created crisis situations around the world, and researchers are trying...

An increasing number of recent studies are asking an important question: Do gut bacteria hold the key to healthy aging? New research, recently presented at...

Regular exposure to stress can impact our physical and mental health, but how does it actually affect our brains? One new Harvard Medical School study...

Scientists have revealed a new way to overcome chemotherapy resistance in acute myeloid leukemia. If the breakthrough in the laboratory is translated to the clinic,...

Traditional folk medicine maintains that the smell of some plants can calm the nerves. Now, new research is suggesting that one fragrant compound present in...

Why do some people only have one drink, whereas others find it difficult to stop? A neuroscientific study sheds light. According to the most recent estimates,...

Treatment with cannabis can relieve symptoms and improve quality of life in individuals with Crohn's disease even though it has no impact on gut inflammation,...

My name is David Brown, and I am grateful for the opportunity to write this article. I decided to have a more open dialogue with...

An innovative approach uses a biocompatible material to encapsulate probiotic bacteria and combines them with antibiotics to tackle treatment-resistant infections.Every year, over 2 million people...

Dr. Nalinikanth Kotagiri of the Cincinnati Cancer Center in Ohio has just received the Department of Defense Breast Cancer Breakthrough Award to study the use...

The herpes virus could account for at least half of Alzheimer's cases, according to a new review of the findings of three recent studies examining...

There are medical conditions, such as diabetes, hypertension, or asthma, that almost all of us will have heard of. But what about those that are...

Vitamins are nutrients that when synthesized or assimilated in the right quantities support our health and well-being. A new review suggests that a set of...

Previous research has shown that exercise is beneficial for the brain and that it helps treat depression and prevent cognitive decline. So, what is the...

Emerging research shows that physical exercise changes the composition of microbiota in the gut. A new study focuses on the effects of endurance exercise on...

A new study, published in the journal Cell Metabolism, challenges the current understanding of what causes diabetes. The findings may lead to new therapies. More than...

A new type of nerve stimulation therapy could provide long-term relief for chronic back pain that has not responded to other treatments, including spinal cord...

A recently published meta-analysis concludes that omega-3 oil supplements might reduce symptoms of anxiety for some people. Anxiety is one of the most common psychiatric symptoms...

Lifestyle changes are key in the management of type 2 diabetes. Scientists believe that intermittent fasting could play an essential role. Type 2 diabetes is the...

A new clinical trial to study a potential way of reducing the risk of early-onset atherosclerosis may be on the way. After evaluating previous research, a...

The discovery of a previously unknown effect of the amino acid alanine on cell metabolism could lead to new drugs for short-term control of blood...

A new study uncovers a worrying association: people who have any form of diabetes are more likely to die by suicide, causes related to alcohol...

A study of gene changes in the retina has brought closer the day when drugs may be able to stop or reverse the development of...

New evidence suggests that atrial fibrillation, in which the heart has an irregular beat, is linked to an increased risk of dementia. This knowledge, however,...

Because there is no cure for dementia, accurately predicting who will go on to develop it is vital to minimize its impact. According to a...

In the treatment of melanoma, tumor cells sometimes develop a resistance to anticancer drugs. A new study asks whether an antibiotic may provide extra firepower...

A new study, now published in the Journal of Sleep Research, examines the effects of short naps on the brain's ability to process unconscious information.Sleep...

Researchers have revealed that nanoparticles of gold, attached to natural anti-inflammatory agents, work well on inflammation and can also promote muscle regeneration. Muscle injuries can take...

The controversy surrounding the Italian government's spending plans has led to continued nervousness on the financial markets.The budget set out by the country's coalition government...

Lately, it has become common knowledge that eating foods that contain whole grains is good for our health. However, we are only now unraveling exactly...

Bladder infections are extremely common among women. New research, however, shows that boosting water intake might reduce these infections by almost half. A urinary tract infection...

Giving resveratrol through the nose might be an effective way to use the red wine and grape compound to protect against lung cancer, according to...

Recent research may have just revealed a way to make a highly successful form of immunotherapy available to thousands of people with cancer. In the wake...

New research has identified a natural compound found in many types of fruit, such as apples and strawberries, and vegetables that can slow down the...

Diet can influence microbe colonies not only in the gut, but also in other body parts, such as the female breast in mammals. The influence...

Research shows that immersing oneself in a virtual environment during a workout helps boost performance and endurance, as well as reduce the levels of perceived...

Recent research cautions that fluctuating weight, blood pressure, cholesterol, and blood sugar are associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular events and death.Scientists at the...

More and more studies are pointing to the benefits of adding aspirin to conventional cancer treatment. A new review examines this available research and asks...

The "exercise paradox" describes the conflicting urge within modern society to go to the gym, work out, and be more healthy, while simultaneously avoiding engaging...

Existing cancer drugs could be repurposed as treatments for vascular inflammation, according to new research from the University of California San Diego School of Medicine.Publishing...

A research group led by scientists from the RIKEN Center for Advanced Intelligence Project (AIP) has developed a novel system that can automatically detect abnormalities...

Transcranial electrical stimulation is increasingly being used to boost creativity. A new article reviews the ethical, legal, and social implications of this phenomenon. Creativity might seem...

People who regularly eat foods with a low nutritional quality have a higher risk of developing cancer. The study authors state that more countries should...

A first-of-its-kind study reveals that, as we age, levels of a certain molecule increase, which silences another molecule that creates healthy bone. It also suggests...

Do you ever feel a sudden, sharp sensation in your teeth when you are drinking something cold, hot or eating something sweet or sour? If...

Even the occasional drink is harmful to health, according to the largest and most detailed research carried out on the effects of alcohol, which suggests...

Fiber is a key element of a healthful diet. New research breaks down the mechanism by which it can delay age-related brain inflammation. If all the...

A new study has asked whether certain people with chronic pain should be given sugar pills to manage their symptoms. Scientists tap into the individual...

A large observational study recently published in the journal The Lancet examines the link between the consumption of whole-fat dairy and cardiovascular health.The United States...

New research uncovers a surprising fact about numerous types of gut bacteria: they can generate electricity. Electrogenic bacteria are those that are able to produce a...