COVID infection ages blood vessels, particularly in women
28 August, 2025Blood vessels gradually become stiffer with age, but a new study by international researchers suggests that COVID-19 could accelerate this process.
Subtle heart dysfunction detected in young adults with bipolar
27 August, 2025A new study reveals that myocardial dysfunction is already evident in patients with bipolar disorder under 45 years of age before the onset of heart failure.
Prenatal pesticide exposure linked to brain abnormalities
26 August, 2025 by Lauren DavisResearchers have reported a link between prenatal exposure to a widely used insecticide and structural brain abnormalities, as well as poorer motor function, in New York City children and adolescents.
Lead exposure linked to memory problems, even decades later
21 August, 2025Historic lead levels from the era of leaded petrol may be contributing to cognitive issues 50 years later, according to research reported at the 2025 Alzheimer's Association International Conference.
Intense grief linked to higher risk of death for a decade
13 August, 2025Researchers have found that bereaved people with persistent high levels of intense grief use more healthcare services and are more likely to die within 10 years.
Stevia leaf extract has potential as an anticancer treatment
06 August, 2025When fermented with bacteria isolated from banana leaves, stevia extract kills off pancreatic cancer cells but doesn't harm healthy kidney cells.
Link between oestrogen and heart health found in women
18 July, 2025Scientists found that oestrogen helps increase the ANXA1 protein, and when ANXA1 is missing, the heart is more vulnerable to damage due to poor mitochondrial function.
Frequent nightmares accelerate aging, increase risk of death
16 July, 2025Nghtmares independently predict faster biological aging and earlier mortality — even after accounting for other health issues — according to new research.
Abnormal brain protein targeted in Parkinson's study
08 July, 2025Researchers have identified a new brain protein involved in the development of Parkinson's disease and a way to modify it, paving the way for future treatments for the disease.
Cannabis use may double risk of cardiovascular disease death
02 July, 2025Cannabis users have a 29% higher risk of acute coronary syndrome, a 20% higher risk of stroke, and a doubled risk of dying from cardiovascular disease, according to new analysis.
Space conditions can lead to periodontitis, scientists say
01 July, 2025Living in zero gravity can lead to periodontitis — a serious condition where the gums become inflamed and the bone that supports teeth starts to break down, eventually leading to tooth loss.
Flavonoid-rich foods help to maintain good health
25 June, 2025Flavonoids are found in plant foods like tea, blueberries, strawberries, oranges, apples, grapes, and even red wine and dark chocolate.
Ultra-processed foods linked to poor health, premature death
22 May, 2025Evidence suggests a dose-response relationship between ultra-processed food consumption and negative health outcomes — meaning the more ultra-processed foods consumed, the greater the health risk.
Shorter radiotherapy course proves safe for prostate cancer
21 May, 2025A significantly shorter course of radiotherapy for localised prostate cancer is just as safe and effective as the traditional eight-week schedule — even 10 years after treatment.
Retinal health linked to dementia risk, study shows
30 April, 2025Researchers have discovered that the blood vessels at the back of the eye — called retinal microvasculature — can show early signs someone is at risk of developing dementia.
