Gene Therapy Slows Huntington’s Disease Progression for First Time
In a breakthrough clinical trial, a single injection of a gene therapy slowed the progression of Huntington’s disease by as much as 75%.
Smoking, Vaping, and Nicotine Pouches Linked to Higher Type 2 Diabetes Risk
Researchers found that those who consumed the highest amounts of sugar substitutes experienced a 62% faster decline in cognitive skills.
Sugar Substitutes Linked to Faster Decline in Thinking and Memory Skills
Researchers found that those who consumed the highest amounts of sugar substitutes experienced a 62% faster decline in cognitive skills.
Turmeric May be the Answer for Better Weight Control in Diabetes
Curcumin, turmeric’s active component found to help with wait loss for those with diabetes, potentially reducing the need for costly medications.
New Injection for Easier Prevention of HIV Infection
Clinical trial showed zero new HIV infections with those who took Yeytuo, the twice yearly administered injection recently approved for marketing.
Cardiorespiratory Fitness Could Protect Cognitive Health As We Age
Engaging in regular aerobic exercise, such as running, cycling, or brisk walking, can reduce the risk of dementia by up to 76%.
Reducing Cholesterol May Help Reduce Bladder Cancer’s Spread
Findings suggest that combining a cholesterol-lowering drug, with an experimental PIN1 inhibitor was effective at slowing tumor growth.
Dark Chocolate May Help Lower Type 2 Diabetes Risk
Eating at least five servings of dark chocolate a week may lower your risk of type 2 diabetes by 21% say findings from a Harvard study of 192,000 adults.
Gut Bacteria May Help Dietary Fibre Fight Bowel Cancer
Findings highlight the important role of gut bacteria in boosting the protective effects of dietary fiber against bowel cancer.
Green Tea Drinkers Have Fewer Brain Lesions Linked to Dementia
A study found that those who drank green tea had 35% fewer white matter lesions, which are associated with cognitive impairment and dementia.