Simple Blood Test for 'Silent Killer' Ovarian Cancer on the Horizon After Discovery of 3 Telltale Proteins
A simple blood test for ovarian cancer is on the horizon now that three telltale proteins have been discovered.
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Grocery Carts Can Tell Researchers Who May Be at Risk for Stroke -And 39 Shoppers Were Diagnosed
Grocery carts (trollies) in Liverpool were fitted with sensors that could identify people at risk of a stroke-and dozens were diagnosed.
Dancing or Brisk Walks Can Slash Diabetes Risk By 74%, Even When it Runs in the Family
Dancing or going for brisk walks can slash the risk of diabetes by three-quarters, according to a huge new study.
Cancer Screening Could Predict Tumors Decades Before They Start Growing Thanks to This Discovery
One specific circular RNA was present at much higher levels at birth, prior to the onset of symptoms, compared to peers with healthy blood.
Another Study Shows Daily Multivitamin for People Over 60 Slows Memory Decline That Comes With Aging
Over 60s who take a daily multivitamin may be slowing age-related memory decline—and the new study amplifies similar findings from last year.
Lights Turned Off at the Gateway Arch Every Night to Assist in Bird Migration for 325 Species
The Gateway Arch in St. Louis turns off the lights at night to facilitate safe passage for 325 bird species on their spring migrations.
Retired Officer Engages With Scammers to Expose Their Schemes - WATCH the Call
A retired police officer engages with scammers to point out the dubious ways they use smart phones to trick innocent people.
'Exhausted' Immune Cells Could be a New Target for Preventative Breast Cancer Treatment
When certain immune cells in healthy women become 'exhausted', they could become a target for a new preventative breast cancer treatment.
California Launches Free Behavioral Health Apps for Children, Young Adults, and Families
California launched two free behavioral health digital services for all families with kids, teens, and young adults up to age 25.
Hand-held Test for Breast Cancer Uses Your Saliva and Gives Accurate Readings in 5 Seconds
A new test for breast cancer uses an inexpensive hand-held device that reads saliva on a test strip to give accurate results in 5 minutes.
Traditional Chinese Herb Delivered by IV Improves Stroke Victims' Recovery, Shows Large Scientific Study
A Chinese herbal remedy made from the Ginkgo tree was shown to aid in the recovery of stroke victims, according to a new study.
What Does it Mean to Be Healthy? Top Ways Americans Will Pursue Self-Care in 2024
The majority of Americans (62%) believe there are too many different ideas of what it means to be "healthy", according to new survey.
Study Shows Hearing Aids May Help People Live Longer-Reducing Risk of Death by 24%
New research suggests hearing aids may help people live longer, showing that such devices reduce the risk of death by almost 25 percent.
Scientists Find Drug that Could Combat Resistant Infections Like MRSA, Thanks to AI
MIT researchers discovered a class of compounds that can kill a drug-resistant bacterium that causes 10,000 deaths in the US annually.
How Zinc Helps You Fight Off Infections, Including Colds
Researchers have found that getting enough zinc plays a surprisingly crucial role in health, particularly within the immune system
Herbal Extract May Improve Mild Dementia Using Ginseng, Ginkgo Biloba, and Crocus Sativus - Study
Clinical trials into the effects of an herbal extract on mild cognitive impairment (MCI) found it improved memory in under 3 months.
First Human HIV Vaccine Trial in 7 Years
This vaccine study involving 5,400 men and women infected with HIV, is the first human trial since the RV144 study in Thailand 7 years ago.
Here's Some Hope: People Have Lasting Immunity To COVID-19, Even After Mild Cases
Nature and Medrxiv studies on COVID-19 immunology indicates memory T-cell response and cross-protection, giving long-lasting immunity.
Flu Shots Significantly Cut Risk of Heart Attack Or Stroke For People Over 50, Says Study of 7 Million Patients
A study of seven million patients hospitalized found that a seasonal flu shot cut the risk of heart attacks by up to 85 percent, and cut strokes by 50%.
Japan's New Bullet Train Designed With Natural Disasters and Earthquakes in Mind
The new Japanese N700S passenger bullet trains were designed with lithium-ion battery-powered motors to help the trains run during natural disasters.
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