Medical Research - Page 24

November 6

New pancreatic cancer treatment ‘wakes up’ immune cells, researchers say

A new pancreatic cancer therapy targets sugar molecules on cell surfaces, offering hope where traditional immunotherapies have failed in treating this deadly disease.

November 5

Alzheimer’s decline could slow dramatically with one simple daily habit, study finds

A new study reveals that walking just 3,000 to 7,500 steps daily may delay Alzheimer's cognitive decline by up to seven years for at-risk adults.

November 4

New health warning issued over popular sleep aid millions take nightly

A new study reveals that melatonin supplements may increase heart failure risk by 90% in chronic insomnia patients, challenging assumptions about this popular sleep aid.

November 4

'Dilbert' creator's desperate plea shines spotlight on alternative prostate cancer drug

The FDA-approved drug Pluvicto offers hope for advanced prostate cancer patients, but access barriers remain despite proven effectiveness in extending survival.

November 3

Brain health warning sign could be hiding in plain sight, say researchers

A USC study reveals that blood pressure fluctuations between heartbeats may harm brain health even when overall readings are normal, potentially affecting memory in older adults.

November 3

DR. MAKARY, DR OZ: People talk about lowering healthcare costs, but the Trump administration is doing it

FDA announces major reforms to streamline biosimilar approvals, potentially saving Americans billions on prescription drug costs by removing extra clinical trial requirements.

November 2

Experimental serum shows promise in reversing baldness within 20 days

Scientists at Taiwan University have discovered a potential baldness cure using fat cell serum that could regrow hair in just 20 days, offering new hope for hair loss treatment.

November 1

Listening to music after 70 may cut dementia risk by nearly 40%, new study suggests

A new study revealed music lovers over 70 have a 39% lower dementia risk, and playing instruments cuts their risk by 35%, suggesting simple lifestyle changes could protect brain health.

November 1

Common food allergy plummets nationwide after experts recommend bold new approach

New research shows that early peanut introduction at 4 to 11 months reduces peanut allergies by 43% in children under 3, challenging old guidelines that waited until age 3.

October 31

Common viruses linked to ‘dramatic’ spike in heart attack and stroke risk

Viral infections trigger inflammation that raises heart disease risk, study finds. Vaccination against COVID, flu and shingles may help prevent cardiovascular complications.