Using placental growth factor to predict preeclampsia risk in pregnant women with sickle cell disease
In pregnant women with sickle cell disease, the risk of developing early-onset preeclampsia can be determined by measuring…
Targeting the glycocalyx may offer a new approach to reduce frailty in older adults
A new research paper was published in Volume 17, Issue 9 of Aging-US on August 30, 2025, titled, “Glycocalyx-targeted therapy prevents…
Hot Yoga Doesn’t Deliver On Heart Health Promises. Study Shows What Really Works
(© Leslie Rodrigue – stock.adobe.com) In A Nutshell Conventional exercise, like Tai Chi, Pilates, or HIIT, consistently improves…
AI tool detects tiny brain lesions to improve epilepsy treatment in children
An advanced AI tool can detect tiny brain lesions that cause severe epilepsy in children, allowing faster diagnosis,…
Boosting the immune system to prevent cancer recurrence and improve survival
In experiments with mouse models of breast, pancreatic, and muscle cancers, researchers at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital…
University of Utah launches landmark study linking blood pressure and brain health
In six massive laboratory freezers at the University of Utah, nearly 40,000 blood samples wait in frozen stasis.…
Apple says its smartwatch can identify high blood pressure. How legitimate is it?
Apple will soon launch a new smartwatch feature it says can help detect high blood pressure – but…
UNM researcher develops new model for characterizing different forms of vascular dementia
Vascular dementia – cognitive impairment caused by disease in the brain’s small blood vessels – is a widespread…
Stem cell therapy shows promise for repairing brain damage after stroke
When someone has a stroke – a leading worldwide cause of death and disability – time is of…
Novel RNA target offers hope for improving outcomes in patients with chronic limb ischemia
Mark W. Feinberg, MD, cardiologist with the Mass General Brigham Heart and Vascular Institute and professor of medicine…
Salt substitute use remains low among Americans with high blood pressure
Few people with high blood pressure were using salt substitutes, even though they are a simple and effective…
PEPITEM shows promise in treating osteoporosis by enhancing bone health
Researchers from the University of Birmingham, U.K., have identified bioactive peptide sequences in PEPITEM molecule, and demonstrated the…