New route for regulating blood sugar independent of insulin
15 February, 2022Scientists have discovered that a hormone known as FGF1, produced in fat tissue, potently and rapidly regulates blood glucose in a similar way to insulin.
BPA substitute may promote breast tumour progression
14 February, 2022Exposure to bisphenol S (BPS), an industrial chemical widely used in paper products and plastic containers, is associated with the growth and deterioration of breast tumours in a mouse model.
Physical exercise protects brain health in the elderly
10 February, 2022Exercise increases the levels of certain proteins known to strengthen communication between brain cells across synapses, which may help keep dementia at bay.
Cancer risk for male and female carriers of BRCA1/2 mutations
04 February, 2022It is well known that female carriers of the BRCA1 and BRCA2 gene mutations have increased risk of cancers, but there are increased risks for male carriers as well.
Binge watching linked with potentially fatal blood clots
25 January, 2022Watching TV for four hours a day or more is associated with a 35% higher risk of blood clots compared with less than 2.5 hours of watching.
Biological age, risk of death may be indicated by the retina
24 January, 2022The difference between the biological age of the retina and a person's real (chronological) age is linked to their risk of death, researchers say.
Link found between brain structure, genetics and chronic pain
20 January, 2022Genetic differences contribute to both an increased risk of certain chronic pain types and a reduction in size of specific brain regions.
Skin infections confirmed as a cause of rheumatic fever
20 January, 2022A major breakthrough in further understanding acute rheumatic fever shows that skin infections are likely to be a significant cause of the disease.
Air pollution linked to fatty liver disease, lung cancer
13 January, 2022Recent studies have identified links between ambient air pollution and disease, highlighting the need for at-risk populations to minimise their exposure where possible.
Alcohol consumption may increase risk of melanoma
12 January, 2022While drinking in the sun may cause your skin to burn more easily, alcohol drinkers in general may be more prone to skin cancer.
Vitamin D is important for cardio health
22 December, 2021Researchers have identified genetic evidence for the role of vitamin D deficiency in cardiovascular disease, which is the leading cause of death worldwide.
Aspirin linked with increased risk of heart failure
02 December, 2021Aspirin use is associated with a 26% raised risk of heart failure in people with at least one predisposing factor for the condition, according to a new study.
Prompt antiretroviral therapy reduces HIV patient cancer risk
29 November, 2021Despite years of optimal and suppressive antiretroviral therapy, people with HIV are still at increased risk of developing skin and mucosal cancers.
E-cigarettes linked to increased risk of fragility fractures
24 November, 2021E-cigarette use may be detrimental to bone health even in young adults.
Anxiety can be treated with exercise
16 November, 2021Both moderate and strenuous exercise can alleviate symptoms of anxiety, even when the disorder is chronic.
