Global maternal deaths decline but progress slows worldwide
Global maternal deaths have declined over the past three decades, yet progress has slowed in recent years and remains uneven…
Heavily processed foods may raise heart disease risk beyond poor nutrition alone
A new review links ultra-processed foods and their additives to higher cardiovascular risk, pointing to large human studies…
Healthy thymus gland linked to longer life and immune stability
People with a healthy thymus gland live longer and are less likely to fall ill. In addition, immunotherapies…
Lower hemoglobin levels within the normal range linked to better metabolic health
Finnish researchers found that hemoglobin levels that are within the normal range but at the lower end may…
Moderate coffee intake may lower heart failure risk
Drinking 2 to 4 cups of coffee a day was linked to a modest reduction in heart failure…
Multiple sclerosis prevalence in England doubles due to better diagnosis
Multiple sclerosis (MS) has more than doubled in recorded prevalence in England from 2000 to 2020, increasing by…
Urban living may reduce risk of first-time stroke
While urban life is often associated with stress and pollution, living in more intensely developed neighborhoods may actually…
A healthier thymus predicts longer life and lower cancer and heart disease risk in adults
A long-overlooked immune organ may hold critical clues to longevity, with new imaging evidence linking thymic health to…
Young women face rising mortality rates from high blood pressure
Nearly 1 in 2 Americans has high blood pressure—sometimes called the “silent killer” because it harms the heart…
Gut-derived blood markers may help predict who develops coronary heart disease
A major multi-cohort study found that several gut microbiota-related metabolites in the bloodstream were linked to later coronary…
Yogurt, cheese, and chocolate consumption is tied to reduced mortality risk, researchers report
Could everyday foods like yogurt and chocolate quietly shape how long we live? A sweeping global analysis reveals…
International urology conference showcases advancements in prostate cancer diagnostics
Nearly 300 abstracts on prostate cancer research from around the world will be presented at the European Association…