Health
-
Plant-based meat analogues no better than meat
As plant-based meat substitutes gain popularity, researchers in Singapore have conducted a study comparing their effects on health to those…
Read More » -
Liver cancer vaccine with immunotherapy shows promise in new trial
Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is the most common form of liver cancer, accounting for more than 80% of cases. Immunotherapy is…
Read More » -
Experimental drug may lower levels of ‘bad’ blood fats
Triglycerides are a form of blood fat. High levels of triglycerides are linked to increased heart disease risk. Two recent…
Read More » -
Swapping red meat for fish like sardines may help prevent early deaths
A new study says a global shift from red meat to forage fish consumption has the potential to dramatically decrease…
Read More » -
Faster aging linked to cancer rates in young adults, study finds
Recent studies show the incidence of early-onset cancer diagnosed in adults under 50 is increasing. Scientists are not completely sure…
Read More » -
Beta-blockers have no significant benefit, study finds
Beta-blockers are a class of medications used to lower blood pressure commonly prescribed after myocardial infarction (heart attack). Researchers conducted…
Read More » -
Higher levels of ‘good’ cholesterol linked to better mental health
Researchers are interested in understanding what components they can use to identify people with a higher risk for anxiety, depression,…
Read More » -
Hypertension in middle age is an important factor for dementia risk
There are about 1.28 billion adults globally living with hypertension, or high blood pressure. Recent studies show that hypertension rates…
Read More » -
Semaglutide may help treat heart failure symptoms in type 2 diabetes
The prevalence of both obesity and type 2 diabetes is increasing rapidly. One common complication of these conditions is heart…
Read More » -
Diabetes drug may reduce deterioration of motor skills
In a study of people with early-stage Parkinson’s disease, a GLP-1 receptor agonist showed promising results in reducing impaired motor…
Read More »