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Breast cancer cases and deaths are projected to rise significantly by 2050, with global cases expected to increase by 38% and deaths by 68%, according to a new study by the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC). In the…

Scientists have discovered that brain stimulation may alleviate anxiety in individuals with Parkinson’s disease, affecting over 10 million people globally, The Guardian reported. Research led by Dr. Lucia Ricciardi at City St George’s, University of London, reveals a strong connection…

A recent study has revealed that every hour children spend in front of screens increases their likelihood of developing myopia, or shortsightedness, The Guardian reported. Researchers analyzed 45 studies involving over 335,000 participants and found that an additional hour of…

Columbia University researchers have identified specialized neurons in mice that signal when to stop eating, offering potential new avenues for obesity treatment, SciTech Daily reported. Located in the brainstem, these neurons integrate sensory and hormonal cues, marking a significant advancement…

Researchers at the University of Queensland have found that immunotherapy, commonly used to treat advanced cancers, can also significantly reduce sunspots and skin cancers. The study monitored 23 patients receiving intravenous immunotherapy for cancers such as melanoma, lung, tonsillar, and…

A global study conducted by researchers from the University of British Columbia and Harvard Medical School has found that only 6.9% of individuals with mental health or substance use disorders receive effective treatment, SciTech Daily reported. Analyzing survey data from…

A new study presented at the American Stroke Association’s International Stroke Conference 2025 suggests that flossing at least once a week may lower the risk of stroke by up to 44% and atrial fibrillation (AFib) by 12%, SciTech Daily reported.…

A new study published in The Lancet Respiratory Medicine highlights air pollution as a major factor driving the rise of lung cancer among non-smokers, particularly affecting women and populations in Southeast Asia. The research, released on World Cancer Day, found…

Heart disease continues to be the leading cause of death globally, according to the 2025 Heart Disease and Stroke Statistics report by the American Heart Association (AHA) as published in an article on Earth.com. The report reveals that cardiovascular disease…

Researchers from the University of Washington and the Technical University of Denmark have developed new proteins using computational design to neutralize dangerous snake venom toxins, signaling a breakthrough in antivenom solutions, SciTech Daily reported. Each year, over 2 million people…