Health

Psychiatrist explains why we crave junk food — and how to cultivate healthier eating habits

Damage to upper GI lining linked to future risk of Parkinson’s disease, says new study

Model uses features of a tumor’s microenvironment across 19 different cancer types

Findings support universal screening of three biomarkers, not just cholesterol

Large-scale study finds Wegovy reduces risk of heart attack, stroke

Inadequate levels carry risk of adverse pregnancy outcomes, blindness

Researchers test theory explaining medical mystery and identify potential new treatment

Could buy patients more time to survive critical injuries and diseases, even when disaster strikes far from a hospital

Without assistance, it allows for precise administration of naloxone at the moment it is needed

25% of participants with severe brain injury followed instructions covertly

Researcher says study found variation in practices, discusses safety concerns overall for younger users

Availability of vaccine offers opportunity to reduce burden of shingles and possible dementia

New research suggests having connection to your dog may lower depression, anxiety  

New research suggests those with less healthy lifestyles may get highest benefit from regular use

Could result in personalized models to test diagnostic and treatment strategies

Researchers devise way to boost CAR T-cell therapy to potentially ensure it doesn’t fade prematurely

Experts who have seen health consequences close-up offer guidelines for summer athletes 

Precision medicine is just one field where the answer matters

Scientists cautiously optimistic about trial results of new preventative treatment, prospects for new phase in battle with deadly virus

Study links irregular sleep patterns with higher disease risk

Researchers outline path to lower risk of depression

Real surfing is better than channel surfing, says research focused on healthy aging. But housework is better than nothing.

Researchers discover microscopic ‘brain thesaurus’ that lets neurons derive meaning from spoken words

Symposium examines science, outlines opportunities to tackle mental health crisis

Can diet and lifestyle reverse early Alzheimer’s? A pilot study raises hopes.

Elderly may harvest benefits from the attitude alone

Amid surging early onset rates, Harvard experts say cost, effectiveness, equity must be considered, along with other ways to evaluate

Study of adults over 50 examines how feelings boost threat over time

Most voters back cognitive exams for older politicians. What do they measure?

Co-author sees need for additional research and earlier, deeper conversations around care