Cutting through uncertainty: Aligning surgical decisions with older adults' goals

A new study from Flinders University has revealed why forgiving ourselves can be so difficult for some—even when we know it might benefit our mental health.

A new study from Flinders University has revealed why forgiving ourselves can be so difficult for some—even when we know it might benefit our mental health.

Researchers from the U.K. and Madagascar, in collaboration with Madagascar's health services and national plague program, have conducted the world's first rigorous clinical trial of treatments for bubonic plague.

A collaboration between researchers from the Center for Healthy Brain Aging (CHeBA) at UNSW Sydney and the Australian Catholic University (ACU) has found that living in walkable, green, and well-connected neighborhoods—especially those with access to public transport, commercial services, and blue or green spaces—may help protect against memory and cognitive decline.

Why do so many people struggle to stop drinking, quit smoking, or resist endless scrolling on their phones? Addiction touches millions of lives, yet it's often misunderstood as a personal weakness or moral failing. In reality, addiction is rooted in the ancient architecture of the human brain.

A new study in the journal Microbiology Spectrum highlights the potential of using a natural compound from maple to combat the bacteria responsible for tooth decay: Streptococcus mutans.

A new study meticulously sampled different lung regions in people with cystic fibrosis to understand why infections persist after new treatments.

Changes in how brain cells generate energy may drive the development of Alzheimer's disease and influence how patients respond to therapy, according to a new study from Mayo Clinic researchers. The findings, published in the journal Alzheimer's & Dementia, spotlight mitochondrial complex I—a critical component of cellular energy production—as both a contributor to disease progression and a promising target for new treatments.

EU researchers are exploring how dolphin arteries stay healthy with age in the hope of unlocking new ways to improve cardiovascular health in humans.

When President Donald Trump signed a law adding work requirements for some Medicaid recipients, he may have undercut lawmakers in at least 14 states who were designing their own plans, according to health industry observers.

The deadly Legionnaires' disease outbreak in Harlem continues to spread, forcing residents to be hyper-vigilant and on the look-out for the flu-like symptoms associated with the illness.

Medicines have a unique chemical fingerprint, according to a new study from the University of Copenhagen. Researchers say this knowledge can be used to trace counterfeit or stolen medicine.

For patients with early Parkinson's disease (PD), regular physical activity is associated with a slower rate of neurodegeneration, according to a study published online in Neurology.

A group led by the Department of Cell Biology at the Kidney Research Center, Niigata University revealed that elevated activity of cdc42 is a critical initiation event leading to proteinuria, and proposed that suppression of cdc42 activity could be a promising therapy for nephrotic syndrome. Their paper is published in the Journal of the American Society of Nephrology.

A landmark study led by researchers from the Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore (NUS Medicine), and Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health found that women with a history of gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) can slash their risk of future cardiovascular disease (CVD) considerably through sustained healthy lifestyle habits.

A little-known federal agency that sends more than $12 billion annually to support community health centers, addiction treatment services, and workforce initiatives for America's neediest people has been hobbled by the Trump administration's staffing purges.

Despite social media helping to increase awareness of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) among the public (81% of health care providers agree) and advancements in treatment over the past decade, IBS symptoms continue to significantly impact patients' daily lives and productivity, according to a new survey released by the American Gastroenterological Association (AGA), in partnership with The Harris Poll, a Stagwell (STGW) agency.

From mouth taping to rope-assisted neck swinging, a viral social media trend is promoting extreme bedtime routines that claim to deliver perfect sleep—despite scant medical evidence and potential safety risks.