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Findings could pave the way for more personalized treatments for cardiovascular disease. »
Cambridge scientists have developed a urine test for early detection of lung cancer. The test, the first of its kind, detects ‘zombie’ cells that could indicate the first signs of the disease. »
Men with obesity face an earlier onset of cognitive decline compared to women, a study by Imperial College London reveals, underscoring the role of cardiovascular health in dementia risk. »
Scientists say the findings might shed light on the link between loneliness and mental health conditions such as anxiety disorders, which are on the rise in young people. »
Talking therapies and physical rehabilitation may offer effective treatment for long COVID symptoms, according to a groundbreaking Canadian study. »
A drug commonly used to treat glaucoma has been shown in zebrafish and mice to protect against the build-up in the brain of the protein tau, which causes various forms of dementia and is implicated in Alzheimer’s disease. »
A type of therapy that involves applying a magnetic field to both sides of the brain has been shown to be effective at rapidly treating depression in patients for whom standard treatments have been ineffective. »
A new study from researchers at Switzerland’s École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) has highlighted the potential health risks posed by the chemicals in popular personal care products, which can generate harmful pollutants when used indoors. »
Our risk of developing atherosclerosis – ‘furring’ of the arteries – can begin much earlier in life than was previously thought, highlighting the need to keep cholesterol levels low even when we are young, new research has discovered. »
Alzheimer’s disease may damage the brain in two distinct phases, based on new research using sophisticated brain mapping tools. »
A new study has uncovered significant genetic links between Alzheimer’s disease and coronary artery disease, suggesting shared biological pathways that could provide insight into both conditions. »
New research reveals that night owls have a higher body mass index (BMI), larger waists, and a nearly 50% increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes compared to early risers. »
Around one in four patients with severe brain injury who cannot move or speak – because they are in a prolonged coma, vegetative or minimally conscious state – is still able to perform complex mental tasks. »
A study in mice has found that the bacteria Bifidobacterium breve in the mother’s gut during pregnancy supports healthy brain development in the fetus. »
A 2024 study indicates that the consumption of the seaweed Ecklonia cava could potentially slow down or prevent Parkinson's disease, offering hope for new dietary approaches to managing the condition. »
Meat consumption, particularly consumption of processed meat and unprocessed red meat, is associated with a higher type 2 diabetes risk, an analysis of data from almost two million participants has found. »
Study suggests checking for metabolite pattern at birth could provide means to estimate SIDS risk. »
A new study indicates that up to 12.8% of individuals diagnosed with dementia might actually be suffering from cognitive symptoms caused by hepatic encephalopathy, a treatable condition related to liver cirrhosis »
Measuring inflammation and lipids in midlife may support earlier detection, treatment. »
New research shows the actual shape-changing sequence that allows coronavirus proteins to fuse with human cells. »
A new study suggests that while plant-based diets can benefit those at risk of heart disease, the addition of extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) may influence cholesterol levels in unexpected ways. »
Researchers at the National Institutes of Health’s Clinical Center and the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute have developed and tested a new imaging method that will allow specific detection of Aspergillus fumigatus fungal infections in a timely manner in the future, without the need for invasive procedures. »
A recent study by Chinese researchers reveals that intermittent fasting can lead to notable changes in both the gut microbiome and brain activity, offering potential new strategies for managing obesity. »
A recent study has raised concerns about the cardiovascular safety of erythritol, a widely used low-calorie sugar substitute found in "keto-friendly" products, baked goods, and candies. »
A study by Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) indicates that omega-3 fatty acids in fish oil could slow the rate of neurological damage in older adults at high risk for Alzheimer's disease, despite limited overall impact. »
Researchers have pinpointed possible brain regions where schizophrenia first emerges, potentially making the disorder easier to diagnose through standard MRI scans. »
Mindfulness training may lead participants to experience disembodiment and unity – so-called altered states of consciousness – according to a new study from researchers at the University of Cambridge. »
Children diagnosed with type 1 diabetes are at significantly higher risk of a number of mental health issues, including mood and anxiety disorders, a study from a team in the UK and the Czech Republic has found. »
A new study reveals that even highly sedentary individuals can reduce their risk of cardiovascular disease and early death by increasing their daily step count, according to international researchers. »
People who exercise vigorously and have long QT syndrome (LQTS), an inherited disorder of the heart’s electrical system that leads to chaotic heartbeats, do not have a higher risk of adverse cardiac events compared to those who exercise moderately or not at all. »
Pseudomonas aeruginosa – an environmental bacteria that can cause devastating multidrug-resistant infections, particularly in people with underlying lung conditions – evolved rapidly and then spread globally over the last 200 years, probably driven by changes in human behaviour. »
Genes can indirectly influence the age at which girls have their first period by accelerating weight gain in childhood, a known risk factor for early puberty, a Cambridge-led study has found. »
Scientists have identified a gene which, when missing or impaired, can cause obesity, behavioural problems and, in mothers, postnatal depression. »
A recent study has developed a tool capable of forecasting cognitive decline over the next five years for individuals showing early signs of Alzheimer's disease, aiming to alleviate uncertainties faced by patients and caregivers. »
Using health data from almost 213,000 Americans who experienced reinfections, researchers have found that severe infections from the virus that causes COVID-19 tend to foreshadow similar severity of infection the next time a person contracts the disease. »
Researchers at the University of Toronto have discovered that the speed of speech may be a more accurate indicator of brain health and early cognitive decline than the difficulty in finding words. »
Scientists at the University of Cambridge have discovered that a type of white blood cell - called a regulatory T cell - exists as a single large population of cells that constantly move throughout the body looking for, and repairing, damaged tissue. »
A systematic review of 14 scientific articles on studies conducted in seven countries detected a statistically significant improvement in mental health after treatment with mindfulness. »
Study uncovers how the brain simulates possible future actions by drawing from our stored memories. »
New research reveals that gut bacteria may offer a novel method for diagnosing autism, potentially addressing significant delays in current diagnostic processes. »
A treatment to move blood from the umbilical cord into the body of newborns who are limp, pale and with minimal breathing, known as non-vigorous, does not appear to increase the risk of neurodevelopmental impairment, according to a study funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH). »
A large analysis of data from nearly 400,000 healthy U.S. adults followed for more than 20 years has found no association between regular multivitamin use and lower risk of death. »
Researchers showed that the addition of bromine to extracellular matrix proteins is a physiological modification dependent on the enzyme peroxidasin – the study extends knowledge of the scope of this enzyme’s activity in the mammalian organism. »
Maternal obesity in pregnancy changes the eating behaviours of offspring by increasing long-term levels of particular molecules known as microRNAs in the part of the brain that controls appetite – but this can be changed by exercise during pregnancy, a study in obese mice has suggested. »
Combination therapy developed by NIH researchers demonstrates the power of precision medicine. »
Findings show hydrogel nanoparticles may provide a replacement for scarce human platelet transfusions needed by patients, such as those with severe bleeding from battlefield injuries. »
The amount of infectious H5N1 influenza viruses in raw milk rapidly declined with heat treatment in laboratory research. »
A new study from the University of California at San Francisco indicates that adults who consume a diet high in salt may have an increased risk of developing eczema. »
Using a combination of cutting-edge immunologic technologies, researchers have successfully stimulated animals’ immune systems to induce rare precursor B cells of a class of HIV broadly neutralizing antibodies (bNAbs). »
An increase in nightmares and hallucinations – or ‘daymares’ – could herald the onset of autoimmune diseases such as lupus, say an international team led by researchers at the University of Cambridge and King’s College London. »
