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Memories of a troubled childhood can shift with the quality of your current relationships, especially with parents, reveals groundbreaking new research on 1,000 young adults.
Exercise may be one of the most effective—and overlooked—treatments for depression and anxiety, from dancing to swimming. Discover the breakthrough that could change lives.
A groundbreaking study from Sweden upends the long-held belief that autism primarily affects boys. Tracking millions over decades, researchers found girls steadily catch up to boys in autism diagnoses as they mature.
A groundbreaking discovery may unlock the mystery behind chronic back pain. Researchers have uncovered a bone-driven signaling pathway that links spinal degeneration to debilitating discomfort.
Loneliness can haunt even the most socially connected. "How to Feel Loved" explores this paradox, offering 5 mindsets to cultivate deeper bonds and fulfillment.
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Could this spider's silk be the key to nerve regeneration? Researchers are developing groundbreaking surgical devices from the remarkable properties of arachnid silk.
A monumental triumph looms: Guinea worm disease, a scourge for centuries, may soon be eradicated entirely. In 2025, just 10 cases remained worldwide, a historic low in the decades-long campaign.
Sepsis claimed their daughter's life. Now, grieving parents demand urgent action to prevent other families from suffering the same devastating loss.
Groundbreaking AI decodes brain scans in seconds, revolutionizing neurological diagnosis. This cutting-edge system rapidly identifies a spectrum of conditions, prioritizing critical cases for urgent care.
A groundbreaking discovery: researchers have identified a molecule that disrupts a crucial gene in glioblastoma, the deadliest form of brain cancer.
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A common respiratory bug may hold the key to Alzheimer's, according to groundbreaking research. This unexpected discovery could revolutionize how we treat the devastating disease.
Sip your way to a sharper mind! New research reveals that 2-3 cups of coffee or 1-2 cups of caffeinated tea daily can lower dementia risk and slow cognitive decline.
Millions of women in England face a heartbreaking reality - just one chance at IVF on the NHS, despite official policy. A fertility charity's research exposes this cruel injustice.
People who have a couple of teas or coffees a day have a lower risk of dementia and marginally better cognitive performance than those who avoid the drinks, researchers say.Health records for more than 130,000 people showed that over 40 years, those who routinely drank two to three cups of......
A mysterious gut bacterium is quietly safeguarding our microbiomes worldwide, despite its elusive nature and cultivation challenges.
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A groundbreaking study reveals that a Mediterranean diet rich in plant-based foods, fish, and olive oil slashes stroke risk in women by a remarkable margin.
Crohn's patients, take note: Intermittent fasting may be the key to calming your symptoms. A new study reveals time-restricted eating leads to significant reductions in inflammation and disease severity.
Losing weight led Rebecca Combellack to a shocking discovery - a breast cancer diagnosis. After finding an unexpected lump, her life took an unexpected turn.
Breathing in traffic fumes, BBC health correspondent James Gallagher uncovers the hidden dangers of air pollution's impact on the human body. #
Scientists have uncovered an intriguing link between infection and brain health, finding that a common bacterium in the eye appears to be linked to cognitive decline and Alzheimer’s disease. It's the newest evidence suggesting bacteria and infections play a significant and poorly understood role in ...
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A groundbreaking discovery may revolutionize Parkinson's treatment. Researchers have uncovered a fast-acting brain network that could determine the effectiveness of deep brain stimulation in easing symptoms.
Scientists have identified a promising new compound, Mic-628, that can reliably shift the body’s internal clock forward—something that’s notoriously hard to do. By targeting a key clock-control protein, Mic-628 jump-starts the gene that sets daily rhythms, synchronizing both the brain’s master clock...
A mother's diet during pregnancy may quietly shape her child's liver health for years. But new research reveals a natural compound made by gut bacteria could reverse fatty liver disease.
Hair follicle stem cells can halt hair production and repair skin when nutrients run low. A drop in serine triggers this switch, accelerating wound healing.
Brain scans reveal menopause triggers structural changes, impacting memory, emotions, and sleep. Many women struggle with heightened anxiety, depression, and fatigue, despite hormone therapy.
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Organ donation rates in New York City lag far behind the state, leaving Black and Brown communities most impacted. This crisis demands urgent action to save lives.
A father's harrowing battle with tongue cancer caused by HPV serves as a wake-up call for men to prioritize virus awareness and prevention.
Umer Khalid, a 22-year-old British pro-Palestine remand prisoner, has been rushed to the hospital again after his hunger strike pushed his body to the brink of collapse.
A simple pad could revolutionize cervical cancer screening, detecting HPV from a period blood sample - a convenient, non-invasive approach.
A breakthrough discovery could unlock new treatments for devastating motor neuron diseases like ALS. Researchers have identified a mouse strain that mimics the human response to viral infection, a key ALS trigger.
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Seconds to diagnose, 97.5% accuracy - a revolutionary AI called Prima is transforming brain scans into lifesaving insights, flagging emergencies in real time.
Almost all side-effects listed for statins are not caused by the drugs, according to the world’s most comprehensive review of evidence.Other than the well-known risks around muscle pain and diabetes, only four of 66 other statin side-effects listed on labels – liver test changes, minor liver......
Megan Lewis and Suzanne Koziol's physician-patient relationship blossomed into an unexpected lifelong bond, forged through a chance encounter and decades of cherished letters.
Tiny doses of THC may shield the body from HIV treatment's long-term effects, offering a potential new approach to managing this chronic condition.
Cancer's own chemistry could be its downfall. A dual-action nanomaterial selectively destroys tumors while leaving healthy cells unscathed.
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Groundbreaking study in The Lancet reveals statins - cholesterol-lowering drugs - are far safer than previously believed, with trials on over 120,000 people confirming minimal side effects.
Defying the odds, air ambulance teams saved lives of major trauma patients with severe injuries and low survival chances. Younger, more responsive victims saw unexpectedly high survival rates.
Prayers and tributes will fill the air on February 4 as the world commemorates World Cancer Day. This devastating disease spares no one, not even royalty, as Kate Middleton's poignant tribute reveals.
Smartphones are revolutionizing healthcare in rural Africa, transforming into AI-powered medical labs that deliver rapid diagnoses to remote communities.
Tobacco, infections, and alcohol - the unholy trinity fueling preventable cancer epidemics worldwide, according to a groundbreaking global study.