New genetic test redefines diagnosis and management of hereditary pancreatitis
A new genetic test developed at Mayo Clinic is redefining how clinicians diagnose and manage hereditary pancreatitis. Pancreatitis, inflammation…
Fitness study shows exercise at work can cut chronic disease risks
A new Italian study finds that just two weekly workplace workouts can lower cholesterol and blood pressure, proving…
Planetary health diet links to longer life and lower emissions
A large US-UK analysis shows that eating more plant-forward meals and fewer animal-source foods is associated with a…
Berberine improves cognitive function in diabetic encephalopathy mice
A recent study published in Engineering has shed new light on the potential therapeutic effects of berberine (BBR),…
How social challenges shape gut health and drive obesity risk
As obesity in America continues to rise at alarming rates, researchers are finding that diet and exercise are…
Understanding the role of paraventricular thalamic nucleus in bipolar disorder pathophysiology
Bipolar disorder (BD) is a chronic mental health condition characterized by recurrent episodes of depression and mania. It…
Daily walking reduces risk of chronic lower back pain
A major study has investigated the relationship between walking and the risk of developing chronic lower back problems.…
Can saliva and tears replace blood tests for vitamin D and glucose?
In a small but revealing study, scientists discovered that tears strongly mirror blood glucose and saliva may reflect…
Adding aspirin raises cardiovascular events in high-risk CCS patients on anticoagulants
Adding aspirin increased the risk of cardiovascular events, death and major bleeding in high-risk patients with chronic coronary…
Extended apixaban therapy lowers recurrent VTE in patients with provoked events and enduring risk factors
Apixaban 2.5 mg twice daily significantly reduced symptomatic venous thromboembolism (VTE) recurrence, with a low risk of major…
Constipation drug found to slow renal function decline in CKD patients
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a major health issue worldwide. Many patients end up requiring regular dialysis to…
Glycosylation emerges as a key player in kidney disease progression
Kidney diseases affect nearly 700 million people worldwide and are a growing cause of mortality and health care…