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Liquid chemical exposure associated with increased risk of Parkinson's disease

Two years of heavy exposure to TCE, a liquid chemical that lingers in the air, water and soil, may increase the risk of Parkinson's disease by 70%.

16 May 2023

Study examines the effect of cognitive training on the risk of future falls

One out of four adults, age 65 or older, falls every year in the U.S. Falls cause approximately 36,000 deaths annually in this age group, making it the leading cause of death from injury for older adults in the U.S.

16 May 2023

NIH launches landmark initiative to advance nutrition research

The National Institutes of Health is now enrolling participants in a landmark initiative to advance nutrition research.

16 May 2023

Myosteatosis linked to increased risk of major adverse events and death

Asymptomatic adults with a high accumulation of fat in their muscles, known as myosteatosis, are at an increased risk of major adverse events and death, according to a study published in Radiology, a journal of the Radiological Society of North America.

16 May 2023

Study reveals staggering toll of being Black in America: 1.6M excess deaths over 22 years

Research has long shown that Black people live sicker lives and die younger than white people.

16 May 2023

Women experiencing severe hot flashes after menopause more likely to develop metabolic syndrome

Women who experience more severe hot flashes after menopause are more likely to develop metabolic syndrome and high blood pressure, according to research presented at the 25th European Congress of Endocrinology in Istanbul.

16 May 2023

Michael Milken wants to speed up cures

Years ago, a top chemical biologist pondered ditching his cancer research to take a more lucrative commission growing healthier apples. Michael Milken stopped him.

16 May 2023

A rural county’s choice: Use opioid funds to pay off debt, or pay them forward to curb crisis

Over the past two years, rural Greene County in northeastern Tennessee has collected more than $2.7 million from regional and national settlements with opioid manufacturers and distributors.

16 May 2023

Pregnancy and oral health: Unveiling the risks and awareness for mothers-to-be

Study examines the impact of pregnancy on oral health, including increased risks of gum disease and tooth decay. It also investigates women's self-assessment of oral health, health literacy, and awareness of the oral health-pregnancy connection.

15 May 2023

Clinical trial of a combination treatment shows great promise for patients with glioblastoma

A new international study published in Nature Medicine and presented as a late-breaking abstract at the American Association of Neurological Surgeons annual conference, shows great promise for patients with glioblastoma.

15 May 2023

Post-secondary education could improve the IQ of adults with mild intellectual disability

Post-secondary education (PSE) has a potential for improving the IQ of adults with mild intellectual disability (ID), according to a new Bar-Ilan University study.

15 May 2023

Experts identify key measures to reduce alcohol consumption in Germany

Research paper discusses the high levels of alcohol consumption in Germany and proposes enhancing alcohol health literacy as a way to reduce consumption. The aim of the study is to identify and prioritize measures to improve alcohol health literacy.

15 May 2023

Cyclical estrogen/anti-estrogen therapy could be a promising strategy to treat metastatic ER+ breast cancer

Advanced or metastatic estrogen receptor-positive (ER+) breast cancer is commonly treated with drugs that block the estrogen receptor.

15 May 2023

New compound with antibacterial activity shows promising results within one hour in laboratory trials

Resistance to antibiotics is a problem that alarms the medical and scientific community. Bacteria resistant to three different classes of antibiotics, known as multi-drug resistant (MDR) bacteria, are far from rare.

15 May 2023

Inflation-related stress in certain sociodemographic groups exacerbates health inequalities in the U.S.

High inflation rates are stressing certain sociodemographic groups more than others, exacerbating inequalities in health in the United States, found a new study led by a York University researcher.

15 May 2023

Newly identified genetic variant provides protection from Alzheimer's disease

A single patient can spark new research questions and provide answers about a disease. And when a new case is identified, investigators can make connections between them that can lead to even more powerful and persuasive ideas about cause and treatment.

15 May 2023

Education News and Research

Liquid chemical exposure associated with increased risk of Parkinson's disease

Study examines the effect of cognitive training on the risk of future falls

NIH launches landmark initiative to advance nutrition research

Myosteatosis linked to increased risk of major adverse events and death

Study reveals staggering toll of being Black in America: 1.6M excess deaths over 22 years

Women experiencing severe hot flashes after menopause more likely to develop metabolic syndrome

Michael Milken wants to speed up cures

A rural county’s choice: Use opioid funds to pay off debt, or pay them forward to curb crisis

Pregnancy and oral health: Unveiling the risks and awareness for mothers-to-be

Clinical trial of a combination treatment shows great promise for patients with glioblastoma

Post-secondary education could improve the IQ of adults with mild intellectual disability

Experts identify key measures to reduce alcohol consumption in Germany

Cyclical estrogen/anti-estrogen therapy could be a promising strategy to treat metastatic ER+ breast cancer

New compound with antibacterial activity shows promising results within one hour in laboratory trials

Inflation-related stress in certain sociodemographic groups exacerbates health inequalities in the U.S.

Newly identified genetic variant provides protection from Alzheimer's disease

Alcohol-based disinfectants can effectively protect against monkeypox viruses

Maternal diet may be associated with the diet and body composition of their children

Is commuting to school as a child associated with physical activity in adulthood?

Study finds that caffeine consumption was associated with nicotine use onset among early adolescents

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