Health

Creatine May Help the Immune System Fight Cancer Creatine is commonly known as a sports supplement used by athletes and bodybuilders to support muscle strength, energy, and physical performance. However, new UCLA research suggests that creatine may also play an important role in cancer immunity. The study, published in iScience, found that creatine may help … Read more

New Oral Drug Shows Strong Weight-Loss Results A new once-daily weight-loss pill has produced better results than existing oral treatments in a recent clinical trial. The medicine, called orforglipron, helped participants lose more weight while also improving blood sugar control. Researchers believe the drug could become an important option in the growing market for oral … Read more

Regular Music Use May Support Brain Health in Later Life Regularly listening to music after the age of 70 may be linked to a lower risk of dementia and cognitive decline. Researchers from Monash University analysed information from more than 10,800 older adults to explore how musical activities may relate to long-term brain health. The … Read more

Major Barriers Before Kidney Transplant Waiting Lists A new study suggests that many people with kidney failure face serious difficulties long before a suitable organ donor becomes available. For many patients, the greatest challenge is completing the complex kidney transplant process and reaching the official waiting list. Researchers found that nearly half of American kidney … Read more

Propranolol Linked to Lower Stroke Risk in Women With Migraine A preliminary study suggests that propranolol, a medicine commonly prescribed for high blood pressure and migraine prevention, may help lower the risk of ischemic stroke in women with migraine. The research is scheduled to be presented at the American Stroke Association’s International Stroke Conference 2025, … Read more

Vitamin A and Thyroid Hormones Shape Central Vision Before Birth Scientists at Johns Hopkins University have discovered how the human eye develops sharp central vision before birth. Their research shows that a vitamin A-derived molecule works with thyroid hormones at carefully controlled stages of retinal development. This interaction helps the retina produce specialised light-sensing cells, … Read more

Researchers Find a Common Weakness in Dangerous Gut Bacteria Researchers from WashU Medicine and the University of Missouri have found a shared weakness in two major diarrhea-causing bacteria: enterotoxigenic E. coli and Shigella. This discovery may help scientists develop one combination vaccine that could protect against both harmful gut pathogens. A Major Cause of Severe … Read more

A Better Way to Measure Heart Disease Risk A newer blood test may help doctors identify heart disease risk more accurately than the standard LDL cholesterol test, according to new research from Northwestern Medicine. Every year, millions of Americans check their LDL cholesterol, often called bad cholesterol, to understand their risk of heart attacks and … Read more