Is a vaccine finally on the horizon?

Share on PinterestExperimental vaccine prevents colorectal, pancreatic cancer recurrence in early trial. Image credit: Alina Kostrytsia/Getty Images Gastrointestinal cancers — including pancreatic, and colorectal cancers — account for about 26% of all cancers worldwide. Both pancreatic and colorectal cancers are susceptible to gene mutations called KRAS mutations, which can make these cancers harder to treat.... Read More

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August 15, 2025

‘Superagers’ have more brain cells tied to social, emotional cognition

Share on PinterestWhat makes ‘superagers’ special? Image credit: Tlotliso Mapana/Stocksy Research is ongoing about what components contribute to healthier brains as people age. Recent research identified some unique brain features of ‘superagers,’ people at least 80 years old who perform cognitively similarly to people decades younger. The research also identified that superagers tended to be... Read More

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August 15, 2025

Can GLP-1 Drugs Cause Vision Loss? What the Research Says

Share on PinterestResearch on GLP-1 drugs and eye health has been inconsistent, but experts say the risk of serious eye disease is generally low. Getty Images/Hiraman Studies have linked GLP-1 medications to various eye conditions, some of which may lead to vision loss. Despite these findings, a clear link has yet to be established, and... Read More

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August 14, 2025

Could lithium hold the key to treating Alzheimer’s disease?

Share on PinterestOne unexpected player may turn the tables on Alzheimer’s: lithium. Image credit: Heather Diehl/The Boston Globe via Getty Images Lithium is a mineral that can be found in nature, with small amounts also found in the human body. Past research has also shown that lithium seems to have a neuroprotective effect on the... Read More

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