A decade-long study reveals that adolescents who received weight-loss surgery significantly maintained reduced BMI and…
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Health encompasses the overall state of physical, mental, and social well-being, not merely the absence of disease or infirmity. It is shaped by a complex interplay of genetic, environmental, lifestyle, and societal factors, and is central to quality of life and human development. Scientific research in health spans disciplines such as medicine, public health, nutrition, psychology, and epidemiology, aiming to understand the mechanisms of disease, promote prevention, and improve care. Advances in health science continue to inform policies, treatments, and technologies that help individuals and communities lead longer, healthier lives.
Scientists have discovered that the brain produces “guardian peptides” that maintain its immune balance, potentially…
According to estimates from a new USGS predictive model, exposure to certain PFAS chemicals may…
A study found that children’s use of skin care products is linked to higher phthalate…
A new single-dose treatment demonstrates potential for improving heart repair following heart attacks in preclinical…
A study indicates that occasional weekend exercise may lower the risk of cognitive decline as…
Daily pistachios boost eye health by raising lutein, protecting against age-related damage, and supporting brain…
Recent research has uncovered six genes that influence cancer risk. Using extensive genetic datasets, the…
Researchers created a mouse model to study liver symptoms of myotonic dystrophy type 1, revealing…
Phthalate affects egg formation in C. elegans, resulting in abnormal chromosome numbers. A recent study…
Taurine may decrease atherosclerotic plaque size and enhance vascular stability, as shown in studies on…
Stanford researchers found that new blood tests for colorectal cancer screening are not as effective…
Standing on one leg is a more accurate measure of aging than strength or gait,…
Repeated mRNA vaccinations boost mucosal antibodies, improving defense against COVID-19. This may help enhance protection…
A groundbreaking study has identified a critical chemical change in the brain that triggers Huntington’s…
A comprehensive Swedish study tracking 4,000 children until age 24 links abnormal BMI, whether high…
A multitude of genetic, behavioral, and environmental factors come together to create mental health problems…
A new study suggests multiple penicillin courses may lower Parkinson’s risk by impacting gut bacteria,…