Researchers at the Salk Institute have identified a missing molecule, pleiotrophin, as a possible key…
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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.
A new study reveals that meditation, though often beneficial, can cause side effects for many…
New triple therapy reprograms cancer cell death, helping the immune system destroy tumors. The goal…
The findings support the recommendation to minimize added sugars in the diets of pregnant women…
The world’s deadliest infectious disease urgently requires new and effective antibiotics. Researchers have created a…
A large study in pet dogs has uncovered potential new biomarkers of aging that could…
A large UK study of over 33,000 adults walking fewer than 8,000 steps per day…
Researchers found that brain network patterns can predict how individuals with depression respond to traditional…
UC San Diego researchers have resolved a decades-long debate about the role of the first…
A University of Missouri-led discovery could pave the way for improved diagnosis and treatment of…
Feeding mice a compound found in sea squirts appeared to reverse key signs of brain…
The new treatment approach targets restoring normal blood vessel function instead of focusing on neurons…
Scientists uncover a molecular weakness that could transform prostate cancer therapy. An international team of…
Only unprocessed, nutrient-rich plant foods protect the heart. Ultra-processed options offer no benefit. Eating more…
Researchers have developed a new iron supplement that pairs iron with prebiotics and probiotics to…
Combining kefir and prebiotic fiber reduced inflammation more effectively than omega-3 or fiber alone. Researchers…
A brain chemical called SGK1 may explain why childhood trauma increases depression risk. Blocking it…
Scientists have discovered how leukemia cells outsmart a leading treatment and may have found a…