Even half a century after a drug comes on the market, scientists can still learn new things about how it works. New research from University of Pittsburgh neuroscientists provides a rare look at how … [+4071 chars]
Physical therapy may help ease arthritis symptoms, reduce the need for pain medication, and even delay or negate the need for surgery. Physical therapy for arthritis may include exercises to improv… [+5894 chars]
Dementia occurs when toxic protein kills off brain cells, causing communication between neurons to falter, and memory to wane. This can have a devastating impact on the life of sufferers and their fa… [+4181 chars]
The menopause typically occurs between the ages of 45 and 55 as womens oestrogen levels decline. Common early symptoms include hot flushes, night sweats, low mood, and a reduced sex drive. Various e… [+2194 chars]
As we age, the risk of getting most cancers markedly increases. It’s the way it goes as our defences against genetic mutations decline. The risk is even greater for people who aren’t physically activ… [+3379 chars]
In a recent randomized clinical trial of hospitalized patients with COVID-19 and cardio-metabolic risk factors, the sodium-glucose cotransporter 2 (SGLT2) inhibitor dapagliflozin did not significantl… [+1780 chars]
The first known human case of H5 bird flu in the United States has appeared in a person in Colorado, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) says.
It might sound like an unusual way to discover that youre suffering from high cholesterol, but some of the tell-tale signs of this common issue can be spotted in the eyes, Dr Ali Mearza, consultant o… [+2656 chars]
Depending on the genes you were dealt, your body could be destined for a long, healthy future that stretches on for decades to come. Of course, your fate isn't etched in stone. The diet you eat and… [+3640 chars]
In a recent randomized clinical trial of hospitalized patients with COVID-19 and cardio-metabolic risk factors, the sodium-glucose cotransporter 2 (SGLT2) inhibitor dapagliflozin did not significantl… [+1780 chars]
An extra 70 pharmacies in Queensland's regions will help administer flu shots as part of a pilot scheme linked to the National Immunisation Program this winter. The measure follows free vaccination … [+1869 chars]
Exercise carries a long list of benefits for everyone. For people with metabolic diseases like pre-diabetes, type 1 diabetes and type 2 diabetes, physical activity can help keep blood sugar levels in… [+3976 chars]
