DVLA may ‘ban’ drivers on any of these common medications
The DVLA could tell motorists to “avoid driving” if they are taking a series of medications, according to…
Antiviral drugs and shingles vaccines tied to lower dementia risk
New evidence suggests common viral infections may shape dementia risk, while vaccination and antiviral therapies could offer a…
JMIR Publications’ new article showcases the transformative potential of precision oncology
JMIR Publications today announced the release of a timely new article in its News and Perspectives section, showcasing…
‘Holy grail’ of weight loss pills approved following incredible trial results
Weight loss drugs are all the rage right now, but a game-changing new pill could soon be available…
Researchers uncover a chain of molecular events behind early brain changes in Alzheimer’s
For the millions of people who carry the gene APOE4, the strongest known genetic risk factor for Alzheimer’s…
New dual drugs eliminate tumors when combined with immunotherapy
Researchers at Johns Hopkins University and the University of Maryland School of Pharmacy have developed a set of…
NIH funds AI project to advance Alzheimer’s research and treatment
The National Institutes of Health has renewed support for Artificial Intelligence for Alzheimer’s Disease, or AI4AD. The new $12.6…
List of Medications That Could Disqualify You From Driving
Following news that Tiger Woods was carrying two hydrocodone pills—which are commonly prescribed for pain—when he was interviewed…
Molecular switch in neurons found to limit the regrowth of damaged axonal fibers
Researchers from the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai have discovered a molecular switch in neurons that…
Highly potent opioid shows potential as therapy for pain and opioid use disorder
Researchers at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) have identified a novel, highly potent opioid that shows potential…
13 surprising ways GLP-1 weight-loss drugs may benefit the body, according to science
A condition-by-condition guide to GLP-1 drugs breaks down what’s proven, what’s promising and what’s still untested. Humans have…
Study reveals how extracellular matrix stiffness regulates breast cancer metastasis
A study by researchers at the University of California San Diego could make it easier to treat breast…