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Alzheimer’s disease could be slowed by boosting a certain protein in the brain, researchers say

September 16, 2024

Alzheimer’s disease could be slowed by boosting a certain protein in the brain, researchers say

Boosting a certain brain protein could help slow the progression of Alzheimer’s disease, a new study has found. The University of Cincinnati researchers and an Alzheimer's Association expert weigh in.

‘Dual-action’ weight-loss pill helps people drop 13% of body weight in three months in early trials

September 12, 2024

‘Dual-action’ weight-loss pill helps people drop 13% of body weight in three months in early trials

An experimental weight-loss pill helped people drop 13% of their body weight in a three-month period. The results from early clinical trials were presented by Novo Nordisk this week.

New prostate cancer medication 'shows promise' in treating aggressive disease, study finds

September 11, 2024

New prostate cancer medication 'shows promise' in treating aggressive disease, study finds

A new study has identified a potential breakthrough treatment to combat aggressive forms of prostate cancer. Researcher Luke Selth reacts to the findings.

Breast cancer drug could help prolong survival for children with brain tumors, study finds

September 6, 2024

Breast cancer drug could help prolong survival for children with brain tumors, study finds

A drug called ribociclib, currently used to treat breast cancer, could prove to be an effective weapon against pediatric high-grade glioma, an aggressive childhood brain cancer, a new study says.

Father created a drug to save his son from a rare disease, now other families are desperate to get it

September 2, 2024

Father created a drug to save his son from a rare disease, now other families are desperate to get it

When his infant son was diagnosed with a rare disease, a Canadian father was dismayed to discover there was no treatment or cure — and so he set out to make one himself.

New COVID vaccines get FDA approval for 2024-2025 season

August 22, 2024

New COVID vaccines get FDA approval for 2024-2025 season

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved updated COVID-19 vaccines from Moderna and Pfizer for the 2024-2025 season. Here's what to know.

Ozempic push for seniors? Some doctors say more people age 65 and over should be on it

August 22, 2024

Ozempic push for seniors? Some doctors say more people age 65 and over should be on it

Some doctors are recommending that more adults in these older age groups incorporate Ozempic and other GLP-1 drugs as a means of improved health and longevity. Here's why.

Doctors can stop severe bleeding ‘in seconds’ with newly approved trauma product

August 20, 2024

Doctors can stop severe bleeding ‘in seconds’ with newly approved trauma product

The FDA has approved TRAUMAGEL, a novel treatment that is designed to stop severe bleeding in a matter of seconds. The inventor and Dr. Marc Siegel both discuss how it works.

Arrests in Matthew Perry's death put spotlight on ketamine dangers

August 17, 2024

Arrests in Matthew Perry's death put spotlight on ketamine dangers

Recent arrests made in actor Matthew Perry’s death have cast new light on the dangers of abusing ketamine. Here's what to know about the drug, which has been approved to treat depression.

Cure for men's hair loss could be found in sugar stored in the body, study suggests

August 16, 2024

Cure for men's hair loss could be found in sugar stored in the body, study suggests

New research from the University of Sheffield found that the fix for male pattern baldness might be found in a sugar in the human body. Medical experts shared comments and cautions.