Scientists identify new target to slow Huntington’s disease progression
Huntington’s disease is a devastating brain disorder that slowly robs people of movement, memory and personality. It is caused by…
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Ultra-processed foods may increase heart disease risk, new study finds
Share on PinterestTo protect heart health avoid ultra-processed foods, a new study confirms. Image credit: Katrina Wittkamp/Getty Images A new…
Almost half of those stopping GLP-1 weight-loss drugs keep the weight off
Share on PinterestAlmost half of the people who stop GLP-1 drugs may be able to prevent weight regain, a new…
Type 1 diabetes linked to significantly higher dementia risk, large U.S. study finds
Share on PinterestA large U.S. study has linked type 1 diabetes to increased dementia risk. Image credit: tolgart/Getty Images A…
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 heart disease,…
Study finds GLP-1 medicines cut fat while preserving muscle function
A new study in mice and humans suggests GLP-1 medicines drive weight loss primarily by reducing fat, while preserving muscle…
New guidelines on cholesterol management: Experts explain the updates
Share on PinterestIn an updated set of guidelines, the AHA and ACA advise more aggressive cholesterol management and earlier intervention.…
Snail-derived compound prevents clots while preserving normal bleeding
For more than a century, heparin has been the go-to anticoagulant to prevent harmful blood clots in blood vessels or the heart from forming or getting larger. However, a major side…
New breath test could quickly diagnose bacterial infections
Infectious diseases are a major cause of death worldwide, and diagnosing bacterial infections remains a challenge in medicine. And doing so reliably is more important…
Children develop stronger immunity after repeated infections in nursery
Young children who attend nursery get sick more often than those who don’t, but they will go on to have…