Maintaining brain health as we age is crucial, and diet plays a significant role in this process. Recent research highlights the benefits of both classic Mediterranean and green Mediterranean diets in slowing brain aging. In particular, the green variant seems to offer even better results due to its focus on polyphenol-rich foods. Let’s explore how… Read More »
Researchers from the Houston Methodist Research Institute have shed new light on a concerning rise in severe infections caused by a strain of bacteria called Streptococcus dysgalactiae subspecies equisimilis (SDSE). SDSE is known to cause infections that range from mild cases of strep throat to life-threatening diseases like necrotizing fasciitis, also known as flesh-eating disease.… Read More »
As more people get mammograms every year to screen for breast cancer, an additional benefit may be emerging: heart disease risk detection. With advanced technology and artificial intelligence, some imaging centers now offer screenings for cardiovascular risks based on breast arterial calcification visible in mammogram images. This additional test, offered by some radiology practices, could… Read More »
Researchers have uncovered a surprising connection between pain and viral infections that doesn’t involve inflammation. A recent study shows that a specific immune sensor called STING can trigger pain by activating certain neurons in the body, all without causing inflammation. This discovery could lead to new treatments for viral-related pain, like the pain caused by… Read More »